Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
EFFECT OF BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS EXTRACTED FROM THE ROOT OF SOLANUM TORVUM SWARTZ. ON THE GROWTH OF BACTERIA OF IMPORTANCE TO HUMANS AND ANIMALS

Solanum torvum is an ethnobotanically significant plant that possesses good antimicrobial, antioxidant and antiulcerogenic activities. The present study investigated the antibacterial activity of aqueous, ethanolic, acetone and chloroform extracts of root of S. torvum against six Gram negative and three Gram positive bacteria by disc diffusion method. E. coli was the only Gram negative bacterium that was sensitive to the root extract of S. torvum, with zone of growth inhibition against the chloroform extract alone and resistant to all other extracts. The ethanolic extract exhibited strong antibacterial activity, with the broadest zone of inhibition for S. aureus (20.5 mm) and Bacillus sp (14 mm). S. aureus was also inhibited by aqueous and chloroform extracts. The ethanol and chloroform extract inhibited the growth of Streptococcus, though at weaker levels (7 and 8 mm, respectively). The study reaffirms the protective effect of S. torvum against pathogenic bacteria and their promising antibacterial activity against Gram positive bacteria, particularly to S. aureus and Bacillus.
Community Members’ Perception of Epilepsy and their Attitude towards Persons Living with Epilepsy Disorders in a Rural Community of Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Aims: Studies on perceptions and attitudes towards people with epilepsy have focused mainly on students/teachers in the south and Northern Nigeria. This study aimed at assessing community members’ perceptions and attitudes towards epilepsy and persons living with epileptsy disorders. Study Design: A cross sectional survey and descriptive design using a convenience sampling technique was used to collect data. Place and Duration of Study: The study took place in a rural community of Bayelsa State, Nigeria between November 2014 and February 2015. Original Research Article Article Jack-Ide et al.; INDJ, 4(4): 161-167, 2015; Article no.INDJ. 2015.039 162 Methodology: A pre-tested structured face-face questionnaire was administered to 120 community members that were randomly selected from each of the sixteen compounds in the community (72 men, 48 women, age range 18-41 and above). Results: Majority (50%) has heard about epilepsy, 13.3% know it as a brain disorder, 32.5% say it is hereditary, 46.7% believe epilepsy can be caused by supernatural powers, 55% thinks epilepsy is a highly contagious disease and transferable, 55.8% will not take a person with epilepsy to the hospital during a seizure attack, 73.3% said it is unwise for parents to send children with epilepsy to school for fear of ridicule by schoolmates, 100% will not marry neither allow their children marry any person with epilepsy and 63.3% will not disclose to their children’s spouses before marriage if son/daughter has epilepsy. Conclusion: Negative perceptions and attitude is strongly upheld in study environment, and may be hindrance to proper treatment and social interactions. Community mobilization campaigns are advocated to improve the quality of life of persons suffering from epilepsy and counteract misconceptions attached to the disorder.
The Relationship between Management Styles and Job Satisfaction of the Elementary Schools' Teachers in Khash City

The main objective of this study was to determine the relationship between management styles and job satisfaction of the elementary schools' teachers in Khash City. The research method is of correlational research. The population in the study included all male and female teachers who served in primary schools in Khash City in the school year 2014-2015. The sample, in addition, included 170 people from the mentioned population which have been obtained by referring to the Morgan table. Data collection instruments in this study were the questionnaires of Likert leadership style and Minnesota Job Satisfaction. The data obtained from this study was analyzed by the SPSS statistical software and the Pearson correlation test. Based on the results of this research, the correlation between the autocratic exploitative leadership style and the teachers' job satisfaction is equal to -0.36 which is significant at a confidence level of p≤0.01. Thus, a significant negative relationship exists between autocratic exploitative leadership style and the teachers' job satisfaction. The correlation between the Likert autocraticbenevolent leadership and the teachers' job satisfaction is equal to 0.21 which this relationship is not significant at a confidence level of p≤0.05. So there is no significant relationship between the Likert autocraticbenevolent leadership and job satisfaction. The correlation between Likert consultative leadership style and the teachers' job satisfaction is 0.48 that this relationship is significant at a confidence level of p≤0.01. Thus, there is a significant relationship between the consultative leadership style and the teachers' job satisfaction. The correlation between the Likert participative leadership style and job satisfaction is 0.46 that this relationship is significant at a confidence level of p≤0.01. Therefore, there is a significant relationship between the participative leadership style and the teachers' job satisfaction.
How could I tell them that it's going to be okay? The impact of HIV nondisclosure criminalization on service provision to people living with HIV

ABSTRACT In 2012 the Supreme Court of Canada ruled that a person living with HIV must disclose their status before sex unless a condom is used, and they have a low or undetectable viral load, which is a measure of the amount of virus present in the bloodstream. This qualitative study examined the ruling’s impact on HIV/AIDS support services provision. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 psycho-social support providers working with people living with HIV/AIDS, and then recorded and transcribed verbatim. Using inductive thematic analysis, researchers extracted the themes of knowledge of the ruling and role of service providers. Findings highlight uncertainty over the ruling and its application and service providers’ approaches to address the impacts of the ruling.
Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles from Flower Extract of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis and Its Antibacterial Activity

Silver nanoparticles (SNPs) exhibit magnificent applications in medicine as antimicrobial agent. The use of different plant parts for the synthesis of nanoparticles is considered as a green technology. This technology is one of the best eco-friendly method and does not gives any harmful effect. The present study deals with the flower extract of medicinal plant Hibiscus rosa-sinensis and to evaluate its anti-bacterial properties. The synthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles was confirmed by UV-Visible spectrophotometer, Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). Agar well diffusion method was used to confirm the antibacterial activity of silver nanoparticles. UV-Visible absorption spectra of the reaction medium containing silver nanoparticles showed maximum absorbance at 422 nm. FTIR analysis confirmed reduction of Ag+ ions to Ag0 ions in synthesized silver nanoparticles. The SEM analysis showed the particle size between 5-40 nm and spherical in structure. The silver nanoparticles have shown bactericidal effects against Aeromonas hydrophila infected fish Catla catla. This study revealed that H.rosa-sinensis synthesized silver nanoparticles exhibit good and potent antimicrobial activity against fish pathogen.
A Comprehensive Survey on Aspect Based Sentiment Analysis

Sentiment analysis is a growing field in natural language processing to analyze and determine the polarity of given text or data in sentence level or document level. Sentiment analysis is widely used in social media, as it became an excellent source for people and individual to analysis also known as feature based sentiment analysis is a fine grained analysis where the aim is to identify different aspects expressed in document or sentence level. This approach allows the user to extract the most important aspects from the opinion expressed. This paper presents a brief survey of aspect-based sentiment analysis and its various approaches, metrics used for evaluation and latest research
Eye Controlled Robotic Motion Using Video Tracking In Real Time

: With the view of improvising human control over robots and other automated machines, a number of techniques have been devised. The aim is to make these machines more and more human friendly. This has led to technologies, which allow us to simply talk to the robot or make them follow a particular gesture instead of writing extensive codes in difficult computer languages. One such technology, which has a vast scope and thus gaining popularity, is the Eye Gaze Tracking technique. It involves communicating with the robot through the user’s eye by making it follow the eye movement. In this paper a self-made Video Camera based Gaze tracking system has been discussed, whose output can be used to control an in house 3R robot manipulator via Arduino Uno micro controller. The process involves image acquisition using a USB web cam mounted on the user’s PC at a fixed position. The image frames obtained from video in real time undergo processing in MATLAB to provide necessary information regarding user’s point of gaze. This information can then be used to control the movement of the 3R robot using a suitable GUI in real time. In order to determine the point of gaze, firstly the face of the user is detected from the image frame. Then the eye region is cropped from the face, discarding the remaining image. From this eye region, iris and pupil are located and their centers are calculated in real time to be stored in an array. A database is thus created using multiple trial runs which forms the training data set. This database is then utilized for mapping of iris/pupil center co-ordinates to corresponding gaze points on the computer screen. Mapping is done using Euclidean distance calculated between the test data and the training set. Thus a particular set of pupil center co-ordinates correspond to a particular point on screen. This method can be used to move the cursor to a desired location on the screen using just the eye motion. The cursor is made to move on a GUI with push buttons consisting of control instructions for the 3R robot.
PRIMARY VERSUS SECONDARY IMPLANTATION OF SCLERAL FIXATED POSTERIOR CHAMBER INTRAOCULAR LENS

AIM: To assess and compare the visual outcome of primary and secondary implantation of scleral fixated posterior chamber intraocular lens (SFIOL). METHODS: This is a retrospective study of 45 eyes of 44 patients who had undergone SFIOL procedure from July 2008 to February 2014. SFIOLs were implanted as a primary procedure or as a secondary procedure and the results which included the visual outcome in the two groups were compared and analyzed. RESULTS: There were 18 and 27 eyes in which SFIOL was implanted as primary and secondary procedure, respectively. Follow up ranged from 3-24 months. Mean log MAR postoperative best corrected visual acuity in primary procedure was not significantly different (0.39(SD=0.21)) from that of secondary procedure (0.42(SD=0.25)) (p = 0.64). Post-operative best corrected visual acuity of 6/18 or better was achieved in 66.67% and 70.37% in primary SFIOL and secondary SFIOL group, respectively. In primary group 12 eyes (66.67%) had early complications as compared to 9eyes (33.33%) in the secondary group (p = 0.03). Late complications were observed in 5 eyes (27.78%) of primary SFIOL and 1 eye (3.70%) of secondary SFIOL. CONCLUSION: Secondary implantation of SFIOL seems to have a lower early complication rate than primary implantation although the final visual acuity and late complication rate are not significantly different. Hence, SFIOL offers a novel approach towards visual rehabilitation of aphakic patients who have zonular dehiscence or lack capsular support.
Studies on biogas generation and heat efficiency from cow dung and poultry waste in Port Harcourt, Nigeria

The study was carried out to produce biogas from cow dung and poultry wastes. The study was also carried out to determine the heat efficiency of each of the biogas produced. Nineteen litre bio-digesters and gas collection systems were fabricated using locally available materials. The respective organic materials used for the feed stock were collected locally. The slurry was prepared from each of the wastes by mixing with five liters of clean water. Water dispenser bottles were used to digest slurries of cow dung and poultry wastes. The wastes were digested and analyzed in accordance with standard methods. The physico-chemical parameters and gas yields were monitored daily. The average digester temperatures during the study were within the mesophyll range (24-37°C) which is best for methanogens. The pH values were within the optimal range 7.0 and 7.5. The total gas yields were 826m1 and 286.3m1 for cow dung and poultry wastes. A domestic heating test was carried out for the two substrates digested using the biogas produced to raise 1 litre of water to boiling point (100°C). The time expended was recorded in minutes as follows7.42mins, 7.46mins for cow dung and poultry wastes using a stop watch. The experimental procedure lasted for 14 days. The study revealed that cow dung had the highest heat efficiency and cooking rate while Poultry wastes had the lowest heat efficiency.
Back to Basics in the Importance of Market Orientation and Corporate Strategy to Bank Performances in Indonesia

This study was to see market orientation and corporate strategy to Bank performance, specifically product sales development, financial performance growth and market share growth in Indonesia. Unit analysis surveyed was a twelve (12) public listed commercial bank with the flexibility in the product offered and geographic coverage belongs to the group of BUKU III and BUKU IV under the Bank Indonesia classification. This study used the statistical reliable and valid Instrumentation. Given little samples, as they tell to a corporate strategy which is only formulated by the bank's headquarters, the results of studies were processed using partial least square's methods. Observations show that the dimensions of customer orientation dominate the preference on the bank's corporate strategy, followed by internal coordination and the least being a competitor orientation. The market orientation variables (±85.5%) influenced the strategy. Further observations also show that the approach (84.4%) explained the bank performance%) whereas other factors (26.6%) reflect other models.
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY

As we know that in everyday life emotions play a very important role in deciding the behavior of human beings and how they react in various situations. The capacity of recognizing our own feelings and those of the others, for motivating ourselves, and for managing emotions well in ourselves and in our relationships assumes great importance in our lives. Positive emotions provide quality to life and help to manage emotional problems and disturbances. Emotional intelligence is an important trait of personality as it helps in shaping the human behavior. In the new millennium the teachers are challenged to educate students at an ever highs level of literacy to meet the demands of an internationally competitive global society. They are not only required to focus on students cognitive development but also need to be competent to handle students continuing physical, emotional, social and spiritual growth. The aim of this study was to compare the emotional intelligence of secondary school teachers. The study was conducted using a quantitative survey research design. And it was conducted in Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh. An Indian Adaptation of Schutte Self‐Report Emotional Intelligence Inventory was used to assess emotional intelligence of Secondary school teachers. The study sampled 600 secondary school teachers. The results revealed no significant gender & locality differences in emotional intelligence
An Enhanced Automated Teller Machine Security Prototype using Fingerprint Biometric Authentication

---------------------------------------------------------------------- ABSTRACT ----------------------------------------------------------- The steady growth in electronic transactions has promoted the Automated Teller Machine (ATM) thereby making it the main transaction channel for carrying out financial transactions. However, this has also increased the amount of fraudulent activities carried out on Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) thereby calling for efficient security mechanisms and increasing the demand for fast and accurate user identification and authentication in ATMs. This research analyses, designs and proposes a biometric authentication prototype for integrating fingerprint security with ATMs as an added layer of security. A fingerprint biometric technique was fused with personal identification numbers (PIN's) for authentication to ameliorate the security level. The prototype was simulated using a fingerprint scanner and Java Platform Enterprise Edition was used to develop an ATM application which was used to synchronize with a fingerprint scanner thereby providing a biometric authentication scheme for carrying out transactions on an ATM.
Cross-Sectional Refractive Outcome, Ocular Abnormalities, and Intraoucular Pressure among Severe Preterm and Term Malay Children without Retinopathy of Prematurity

Purpose: To evaluate the refractive errors, ocular abnormalities, and introcular pressure in severe preterm and term Malay children aged 8 16 years old. Design: Comparison cross-sectional study. Participants: Children aged 8 to 16 years old at follow up visit at Hospital universiti sains Malaysia of risk factor of prematurity. Methods: Detailed eye examination, including subjective retinoscopy, ocular movement (EOM) assessment, Snellen chart for distance (Reichert, NY, USA), Slit lamp biomicroscopy (Clement Clarke International, UK) with 90D and 78D lenses (Volk, USA), Goldman applanation tonometer. Results: The mean spherical equivalent for the right eye was -1.42 (2.63) diopter in the severe preterm group, whilst in the term group was -0.48 (0.79) diopter. In the left eye, the spherical equivalent for severe preterm patients was -1.23 (2.56) diopter and for term group was -0.33 (0.7) diopter. There was no statistically significant difference of spherical equivalent in the right eye and left eye between severe preterm and term patients (Table 4.2.8). Intraocular pressure was noted to be lower in the severe preterm group (14.28 mmHg) compared to term group (16.00 mmHg). This difference was statistically significant with p = 0.04 (Table 4.2.6). Conclusion: This study showed that Intraocular pressure was statistically significant in preterm children compared to term Malay children aged 8-16 years old.
The effect of Token Economy on Negative Symptoms and Non Vocational Domains on Institutionalized Patients with Chronic Schizophrenia : A Prospective Study

The token economy is a form of treatment intervention based on principles of operant conditioning developed for the patients with schizophrenia and other chronic mental illnesses. With the help of a rehabilitation program, non-vocational domains such as self esteem and quality of life have shown improvement in patients with schizophrenia. Work was related to higher self-esteem which increases the motivation to engage in self-care behaviors that ultimately reduce negative symptoms. The present study aimed to examine the effect of vocational rehabilitation using token economy principle on negative symptoms and non functional domains of patient with schizophrenia. This was a hospital based longitudinal study conducted at Central Institute of Psychiatry, Ranchi and purposive sampling was used. The sample consisted of 15 patients with chronic schizophrenia according to ICD-10 DCR criteria. After taking informed consent from the patient, Socio-demographic and clinical data sheet, Work Behavior Assessment Scale, The Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS), Social Adaptive Functioning Evaluation (SAFE) Scale, The Quality of lifeBREF, The Subjective Well Being Inventory, Self Esteem Scale, were administered for all the patients (Pre and Post intervention) After that the patient’s were involved in the vocational rehabilitation training using token economy principles, for six months. Data was analyzed using SPSS 16.0 version. Paired‘t’ test was used to see the efficacy of intervention. Result showed that vocational rehabilitation significantly improved patient’s work behaviour negative symptoms, quality of life, self esteem, subjective well being and socio adaptive functioning.
Investigation of Peak Expiratory Flow Rate of Female Bakers In Abeokuta , Ogun State , Nigeria

The current cross-sectional study investigated the relationship between the Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) and the anthropometrical parameters (body mass and height) among female bakers who are exposed to flour dust. A total of One hundred and twenty (120) participants were investigated, sixty (60) female bakers (study group) who are exposed to flour dust and sixty (60) control subjects. Peak Expiratory Flow Rate (PEFR) and the anthropometrical parameters were measured using the mini-Wright peak flow meter (PFM 20, OMRON) and Detector PD300MDHR (Cardinal Scale manufacturing company, USA) column scale with digital height rod to measure body mass (kg) and height (cm) of the subjects simultaneously. PEFR of the study and control groups were compared using descriptive statistics and T-test analysis. The results showed that the bakers has 158.17 ± 12.55 L/min PEFR which is lower than 267.5 ± 26.85 L/min of the control subject. The results showed that most of the bakers are at a risk of developing related pulmonary function impairments such as asthma and hence there is need to develop an effective intervention strategy, treatment seeking behaviour of individuals would also need to be improved through awareness programs.
Root and canal morphology of mandibular incisors and canines in South Asian Indian population by canal staining and tooth clearing technique

Introduction: To study the root canal morphology of mandibular incisors and canines in South Asian Indians using a staining and tooth clearing technique. Materials and Methods: One hundred each of mandibular central incisors, lateral incisors, and canine specimens were collected from various dental schools and clinics across India. Pulp tissue was removed and the root canals were stained with Indian ink. The specimens were subjected to decalcification in 10% nitric acid followed by dehydration in ascending concentrations of alcohol. Subsequently, specimens were cleared in methyl salicylate. Results: All hundred mandibular central incisors were single rooted with a single canal. Ninety-six percent had a single and 4% had two apical foramina. While 84% had Type I, 8% had Type II, 4% had Type III, and 4% had Type IV Vertucci's root canal anatomy. No lateral canals were seen. All hundred mandibular lateral incisors were single rooted with a single canal. While 92% had a single foramen, 8% had two apical foramina. While 80% had Type I, 8% had Type II, 4% had Type III, and 8% had Type IV Vertucci root canal anatomy. Four percent of the lateral incisors showed the presence of lateral canals. All hundred mandibular canines studied were single rooted with a single canal, one apical foramen. Ninety-two percent had a Type I and 8% had a Vertucci Type II root canal anatomy with 12% of the specimen showing the presence of lateral canals. Conclusion: Not much variation was seen in the root canal anatomies with Vertucci Type I anatomy predominating. Lateral canals were present in the mandibular lateral incisors and canines.