Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Parasitoid guild and parasitism rate of the obliquebanded leafroller in IPM orchards and adjacent woodlands

The obliquebanded leafroller (OBLR), Choristoneura rosaceana (Harris) [Lepidoptera: Tortricidae], a primary pest in Quebec apple orchards, can be naturally parasitized. Knowing that habitats around crop’s peripheries are reservoirs for natural enemies of pests, the objective of the present investigation was to assess parasitism and parasitoid guild composition associated with the OBLR. The two-year study included orchards under integrated pest management, their edges, and adjacent woodlands. Parasitism was assessed using sentinel OBLR larvae and considered spring, early summer and late summer. Parasitism rates between regions with different vegetation composition were not significantly different. The first year, late summer larvae showed higher parasitism in orchards (27%), compared to edges (7%) and woodlands (11%). The following year, larvae exposed in early summer had higher parasitism rate in edges (28%) compared to orchards and woodlands (17% in both zones). Nineteen parasitoid species parasitized sentinel larvae. The tachinid Actia interrupta (Curran), the most abundant species, represented 28 and 62% of species the first and the second year respectively. Our research demonstrates that natural biological regulation of the OBLR is the result of a highly diversified parasitoid guild and this should be taken into account in any Integrated Pest Management program.
Immobilized Biocatalysts of Eversa® Transform 2.0 and Lipase from Thermomyces Lanuginosus: Comparison of Some Properties and Performance in Biodiesel Production

Eversa® Transform (ET), and the lipase from Thermomyces lanuginosus (TLL), liquid commercial lipases formulations, have been immobilized on octyl agarose beads and their stabilities were compared. Immobilized and free ET forms were more thermostable than TLL formulations at pH 5.0, 7.0, and 9.0, and the ET immobilized form was more stable in the presence of 90% methanol or dioxane at 25 °C and pH 7. Specific activity versus p-nitrophenyl butyrate was higher for ET than for TLL. However, after immobilization the differences almost disappeared because TLL was very hyperactivated (2.5-fold) and ET increased the activity only by 1.6 times. The enzymes were also immobilized in octadecyl methacrylate beads. In both cases, the loading was around 20 mg/g. In this instance, activity was similar for immobilized TLL and ET using triacetin, while the activity of immobilized ET was lower using (S)-methyl mandelate. When the immobilized enzymes were used to produce biodiesel from sunflower oil and methanol in tert-butanol medium, their performance was fairly similar.
In vitro antiproliferative and apoptosis inducing effect of a methanolic extract of Azadirachta indica oil on selected cancerous and noncancerous cell lines

Objective: To find the cytotoxic and apoptotic effects of neem oil extract on the selected cancerous (A-549, PC-3 and DU-145) and noncancerous (NIH3T3 and CCD-18Co) cell lines. Methods: Viability and cytotoxic effect induced by the extract was measured by using MTT assay and apoptotic effect of the extract was evaluated by using Hoechst 33342 and propidium iodide dual staining through a fluorescent microscope and activity of caspases 3, 8 and 9 through colorimetric assay kits. Results: The results showed that neem oil extract significantly reduced the viability in all selected cancer cells treated with varying concentrations of extract as compared with untreated cells and had less effect on noncancerous cell lines. It significantly increased the percentage of necrotic and apoptotic cells, and caspases 3, 8 and 9 activities in all cancer cells treated with extract as compared with untreated cells whereas no effect on noncancerous cell lines. It suggested that neem oil extract exerted a higher cytotoxic effect on cancer cells than normal cells and lower concentration induced apoptosis only in cancer cells. One of the apoptosis-inducing mechanism was through the activation of caspases signaling pathways. Conclusion: Conclusively, it implies that neem oil extract may contain one or more potential agents that can be used as a safe and effective anticancer therapy.
Ammothea species (Pycnogonida: Ammotheidae) collected during the Polarstern cruise ANT-XXIX/3 to Antarctic waters, with a description of a new species

ABSTRACT Specimens of Pycogonida belonging to the genus Ammothea collected during the Polarstern ANT-XXIX/3 cruise (January 22–March 18, 2013), to Bransfield Strait and Eastern Weddell Sea, were studied. Eight species are recognized in this collection: Ammothea bicorniculata, A. calmani, A. carolinensis, A. clausi, A. minor, A. nadiae n. sp. , A. spinosa, and A. striata. Morphological variability is discussed. The bathymetric range of A. bicorniculata and A. minor is enlarged and A. bicorniculata is reported for only the second time. Ammothea nadiae n. sp. is described and compared with its closest congeners. An updated key to species is presented.
Endorsement Effectiveness of Celebrities versus Social Media Influencers in the Materialistic Cultural Environment of India

Abstract In this article, we explore the relative endorsement effectiveness of mainstream celebrities versus social media influencers in the materialistic cultural environment of India. Based on three studies across two product categories, our findings suggest that mainstream celebrities were more effective endorsers than social media influencers in both a celebrity-product congruent and incongruent condition. Endorsement effectiveness was explained by the strength of the parasocial relationship that Indian consumers developed with celebrities and social media influencers. In a materialistic country like India, as celebrities possess more wealth, power, and status, consumers formed a stronger parasocial relationship with them than social media influencers. Regulatory focus moderated this relationship such that, for promotion-focused consumers, no difference existed in the strength of the parasocial relationship between consumers and celebrities versus social media influencers. However, for prevention-focused consumers, the strength of the parasocial relationship increased for mainstream celebrities and decreased for social media influencers.
Parathyroid Hormone–Related Peptide as a Local Regulator of Vascular Calcification

Abstract In the present study, we investigated the role of parathyroid hormone–related peptide (PTHrP) in vascular calcification by using an in vitro calcification model. We demonstrated that the expression of PTHrP decreased in the progression of bovine vascular smooth muscle cell (BVSMC) calcification and that inhibition of calcification by etidronate (EHDP) and levamisole restored PTHrP secretion, suggesting that the expression of PTHrP is associated with calcification. PTHrP (1-34) and PTH (1-34) dose-dependently inhibited BVSMC calcification. Protein kinase A (PKA) and protein kinase C (PKC) inhibitors completely blocked the inhibitory effect of PTHrP, suggesting that both PKA and PKC may be involved in its signaling pathway. Moreover, PTHrP inhibited alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity, implying that the impact on ALP may contribute to its action on calcification. Furthermore, the PTHrP antagonist, PTHrP (7-34), dose-dependently increased calcium deposition by BVSMC. Interestingly, PTHrP production .
Trophic compensation stabilizes marine primary producers exposed to artificial light at night

Artificial light at night (ALAN) is a widespread phenomenon along coastal areas. Despite in creasing evidence of pervasive effects of ALAN on patterns of species distribution and abundance, the potential of this emerging threat to alter ecological processes in marine ecosystems has remained largely unexplored. Here, we show how exposure to white LED lighting, comparable to that experienced along local urbanized coasts, significantly enhanced the impact of grazing gastropods on epilithic microphytobenthos (MPB). ALAN increased both the photosynthetic biomass of MPB and the grazing pressure of gastropods, such that consumers compensated for the positive effect of night lighting on primary producers. Our results indicate that trophic interactions can provide a stabilizing compensatory mechanism against ALAN effects in natural food webs.
Studies on orgafol: A promising organic growth promoter, on the growth and development of mulberry cuttings

Organic Growth Promoter provides all natural fertilizers that provide unique advantages over conventional fertilizers. Studies were conducted to study the effect of organic formulations on the growth and development of mulberry cuttings. Stem cuttings of Morus indica were treated with T1 (IBA), T2 (NAA), T3 (IAA), T4 (Azospirillum) and T5 (Orgafol) at a rate of 2g/l by quick dip method and these cuttings were planted in a nursery bed along with a control plot (T6). Results showed that, among all the treatments, root parameters such as root initiation within a short period (18 days), higher rooting per cent (80%), higher root length (39.85 cm) and shoot parameters such as higher shoot length (47.65 cm), more number of leaves (15.50) and higher leaf area (157.88 cm) and higher survival rate (87.5%) were observed in the cuttings treated with T5 (Orgafol). This organic growth promoter can be recommended for the growth and development of mulberry cuttings as the nursery duration can be considerably reduced.
SCADA-BASED METHODOLOGY FOR CIRCUIT BREAKER MONITORING AND PROTECTION IN ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems are very necessary to keep up with the modern systems to improve and develop the electrical distribution network and manage it perfectly. The major goal of SCADA is collecting real-time data, controlling equipment and monitoring processes in critical infrastructures and most SCADA systems achieve these functions. Furthermore, in this research the benefit of SCADA system is maximized by other additive functions such as predicting the protection and maintenance procedures of the electrical network components. The circuit breaker is the most important component in the network which must be kept safe and its operation should be carefully monitored. In this paper, the problem of explosion of the expansion chambers in the circuit breaker is discussed and two solutions are suggested to handle this problem by using SCADA system. This research investigates a real existing system and the results of the study is used to enhance the maintenance and operation by monitoring the state of the circuit breaker. The possibility of leakage that may occurs during faults in SF 6 gas is estimated for remaining its life time. Accordingly, the cost burdens due to fault occurrence will decrease by activating the predictive maintenance.
Mammary carcinoma and angiogenesis: study of the role of HER2 in relation to tumor angiogenesis process and to the sensitivity to anti-tumoral drugs

Despite the correlation between HER2 expression and tumor angiogenesis, anti-angiogenesis drugs failed to reach sufficient efficacy in patients to be approved for HER2-positive breast cancer. About half of HER2-positive breast cancer presents an alternative splicing isoform called Δ16. Tumors developed on mouse models transgenic for one or both isoforms of HER2 have different aspects, and angiogenesis seems to occur in different ways. In this way, HER2 and Δ16 seem to drive different angiogenic phenotypes. Therefore, the aim of this thesis was to better analyze the role of the two isoforms in determining different patterns of vascularization. The different vascularization has been put in relation to the different effects of anti-angiogenic and anti-HER2 drugs. This study has been performed through histological, functional and molecular analysis of the tumors. The analysis of the vascularization in F1 tumors, in which one isoform or both can be expressed, revealed that the presence of HER2 is crucial for the establishment of the FVBhuHER2-like phenotype. The dominant role of full-length HER2 in tumor angiogenesis has been confirmed in a dynamic in vivo model of modulation of the expression of this isoform. HER2 isoforms have been found to have a crucial role in tumor angiogenesis. The dominant behavior of full-length HER2 affects the regularity of the vascular pattern, determining a vasculature that is less permeable to drugs and therefore less sensitive to anti-angiogenic and targeted agents. A molecular profile with more genes involved in sprouting angiogenesis suggests the need to further study the role of full-length HER2 in tumor vascularization, to find new targets to improve the pharmacological response to therapies.
Corporate Governance and Cost of Equity: Evidence from Tehran Stock Exchange

The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of corporate governance index on the cost of equity in companies listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange. This study collects data from 975 observations during the period 2012 to 2018 to test the hypotheses using multiple linear regression model for the panel data. In this research, the independent variable of corporate governance index comprises of 27 specific corporate governance attributes. The results of hypothesis testing showed that corporate governance has a negative and significant effect on the rate of capital cost. In other words, the quality of corporate governance can lower the rate of capital cost. This result suggests that, by using a powerful corporate governance system and by declining the information asymmetry (increasing transparency) and agency conflict, we would be able to enhance the quality of financial reports. It would strengthen the capital market, attract financial suppliers and investors, and absorb the required financial resources of the firm by a lower rate. The findings of the study suggest that companies are able to reduce the cost of equity by establishing strong corporate governance. This conclusion suggests the importance and effectiveness of corporate governance in the cost of equity.
Efectividad de la ozonoterapia en el tratamiento de enfermedades bucales en pacientes de un área de salud

Fundamento : existen antecedentes del empleo efectivo de la ozonoterapia en el tratamiento de enfermedades bucales. Objetivo : evaluar la efectividad del Oleozon en el tratamiento de enfermedades bucales en pacientes mayores de 12 anos de edad, que acudieron al Policlinico Universitario “Guillermo Tejas” en el periodo de septiembre 2015 a diciembre 2019. Metodos : se realizo una intervencion terapeutica con ozonoterapia en los pacientes, institucion y durante el periodo de tiempo ya declarados. Se consideraron las enfermedades: estomatitis subprotesis, pulpitis aguda transitoria, estomatitis aftosa recurrente, alveolitis, pericoronaritis, gingivitis cronica edematosa, caries dental en dentina profunda y conductos radiculares infectados. La muestra quedo conformada por 464 pacientes distribuidos de forma equitativa y, segun diagnostico de enfermedad bucal, en dos grupos: de estudio y de control. Se evaluaron al tercer, quinto y septimo dias de tratamiento. Resultados : segun sexo, existio mayor presencia del sexo femenino, con 249 (53,7 %); de las enfermedades, la alveolitis predomino en 102 pacientes (21,9 %), seguido de la estomatitis subprotesis (80 pacientes, 17,2 %). Al tercer dia, en el grupo de estudio evolucionaron favorablemente 97 pacientes (41,8 %), ya al septimo dia sumaban 209 (90,1 %). En el grupo control, al tercer dia solo 61 pacientes (26,2 %) habian evolucionado favorablemente, llegando a 182 (78,4 %) al septimo dia del tratamiento. No se notificaron reacciones adversas, solo el olor y sabor desagradables. Conclusiones : la ozonoterapia resulto un tratamiento efectivo para las enfermedades bucales en los pacientes del estudio.
Qualidade de vida de participantes de um projeto social esportivo

The present descriptive, quantitative and cross - sectional study had as main objective to evaluate the quality of life of participants in a sports social project. As a data collection instrument, KIDSCREEN-52 was used. The children participating in the study are between the ages of 7 and 12 years, of both sexes. The results obtained in this research showed that from the distribution of schoolchildren according to sex and history of disease, 89.4% of those investigated from both sexes reported no disease. When comparing the means of Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) dimensions by stratum sex, it is observed that the mean of the D1, D2, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8, D9 dimensions of the investigated individuals did not present significant differences. For dimension 3 (D3 EEMO) General mood or emotional state and (D10 BUL) Bullying or Provocation / Bullying presented significant statistical difference. From the data obtained in this research, it was possible to observe that the Quality of Life related to Health of the students participating in the Social project “Joga Aurora”, have a good perception of their health-related quality of life. It was evidenced that the boys report less disease than the girls and the dimensions that presented significant difference between the sexes was general mood or emotional state and Bullying or Provocation/Bullying. In this sense, it is emphasized the importance of the engagement of schoolchildren with sports practice since from these activities, the socialization and respect for differences are worked.
Manufacturing Exports and Services Export Diversification

ABSTRACT This article analyzes the effect of manufacturing export performance (MEP) on services export diversification (SED). The analysis covers a sample of 138 countries over the period of 1995 to 2014, and uses the two-step system GMM approach. The findings indicate that higher MEP is positively associated with SED, with the magnitude of this positive effect being higher for less developed countries than for relatively advanced countries. In addition, the positive effect of MEP on SED rises as countries enjoy greater trade liberalization, a higher financial development depth, a higher education level, higher foreign direct investment inflows, and better institutional and governance quality.
Cultivation and Reduced-Rate Herbicides Weed Control in Sugarbeet Grown for Biofuel

Abstract Sugarbeet, grown for biofuel, is being considered as an alternate cool-season crop in the southeastern United States. Previous research identified ethofumesate PRE and phenmedipham + desmedipham POST as herbicides that controlled troublesome cool-season weeds in the region, specifically cutleaf evening-primrose. Research trials were conducted from 2014 through 2016 to evaluate an integrated system of sweep cultivation and reduced rates of ethofumesate PRE and/or phenmedipham+desmedipham POST for weed control in sugarbeet grown for biofuel. There were no interactions between the main effects of cultivation and herbicides for control of cutleaf evening-primrose and other cool-season species in two out of three years. Cultivation improved control of cool-season weeds, but the effect was largely independent of control provided by herbicides. Of the herbicide combinations evaluated, the best overall cool-season weed control was from systems that included either a 1/2X or 1X rate of phenmedipham+desmedipham POST. Either rate of ethofumesate PRE was less effective than phenmedipham+desmedipham POST. Despite improved cool-season weed control, sugarbeet yield was not affected by cultivation each year of the study. Sugarbeet yields were greater when treated with any herbicide combination that included either a 1/2X or 1X rate of phenmedipham+desmedipham POST compared with either rate of ethofumesate PRE alone or the nontreated control. These results indicate that cultivation has a very limited role in sugarbeet grown for biofuel. The premise of effective weed control based on an integration of cultivation and reduced herbicide rates does not appear to be viable for sugarbeet grown for biofuel.
A Practical Guide for Genetic Management of Fragmented Animal and Plant Populations

The biological diversity of the planet is being rapidly depleted due to the direct and indirect consequences of human activity. As the size of wild animal and plant populations decreases and fragmentation increases, inbreeding reduces fitness and loss of genetic diversity reduces their ability to adapt to changes in the environment. Many small isolated populations are going extinct unnecessarily. In many cases, such populations can be genetically rescued by gene flow from another population within the species, but this is very rarely done. This book provides a practical guide to the genetic management of fragmented animal and plant populations.
Effect of Dietary Fish Oil on Mammary Gland Development and Milk Production of Holstein Cow

Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of feeding oil supplement on mammary gland development and milk production responses in Holstein cows. Ten multiparous Holstein cows (42.2±9.2 d before calving, 3.25±0.25 body condition score, and 620±35 kg body weight) were randomly assigned to treatments. Treatments were a diet with oil added as palm oil (PO; n=5), or fish oil (FO; n=5) given to cows until 63 d in milk. Milk yield was recorded daily, milk composition (fat, protein, lactose, total solid and somatic cell count) was measured weekly and fatty acid profiles of milk fat were determined at first and last week of the experiment. Samples of mammary tissue were obtained at 7 and 63 d in milk by biopsy gun. Tissue slides were analyzed by Image J software. Results showed that fish oil supplemented diet compared to the palm oil supplemented diet increased milk production after 6 weeks of lactation (P<0.05), content of polyunsaturated fatty acids milk fat (P<0.05) and docosahexaenoic acid (P<0.01). Moreover, n-6:n-3 ratio was decreased by fish oil supplement (P<0.05). Histological studies showed that FO increased the relative percentage of tissue area occupied by epithelial cells as well as a number of total alveoli in each microscopic field (P<0.05). Data suggested that feeding fish oil during the dry period and early lactation could improve development and function of the mammary gland in the dairy cow.
On the moderating role of chronotype on the association between IQ and conscientiousness: the compensation effect occurs only in Evening-types

ABSTRACT Several studies show that intelligence and conscientiousness are negatively related. One of the most popular explanations of this effect is the compensation hypothesis. It posits that less intelligent people may become more conscientious to compensate for their relative lack of intelligence, whereas more intelligent individuals tend to rely on their cognitive effectiveness rather than organization or persistence. In the present study, we aimed to test a hypothesis that the morningness-eveningness dimension, an indicator of diurnal preferences, may act as a moderator of the association. We propose that Morning-types are conscientious regardless of their intelligence level, whereas the compensation effect is particularly marked among Evening-types. The study was conducted on a group of 383 individuals aged 18–69 years. Controlling for age and gender, we obtained a significant moderation effect, showing that magnitude of the negative association between intelligence and conscientiousness increases with eveningness. Bivariate associations between morningness-eveningness, intelligence and conscientiousness are also reported. Results suggest that it may be important to provide appropriate support to high-ability Evening-types in educational and work settings.