Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Nutritional Status and Associated Factors Among the Community-Dwelling Elderly Population in Debre Berhan Town, North Shewa Zone, Ethiopia

Background: Nutritional status of the elderly is one of the important determinants of their health and quality of life. However, there is limited evidence on the prevalence of malnutrition among the elderly population in Ethiopia. Objective: To assess the nutritional status and associated factors among the community-dwelling elderly population, in Debre Berhan town, Ethiopia. Materials and Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study design was used among a random sample of 347 elderly people living in Debre Berhan town, North Shewa, Ethiopia from April 1–30, 2020. Data were entered into Epi-Data version 3.1 and then exported to STATA14 for analysis. Multivariable ordinal logistic regression analyses were done after checking parallel line assumptions with the STATA command “ologit” and “gologit2” for POM and PPOM, respectively. And odds ratio along with 95% confidence interval was estimated by “ologit” and “or” . The level of statistical significance was declared at a p-value of < 0.05. Results: A total of 341 elderly groups participated in this study with a response rate of 98.27%. Out of this, 21.1%, 95% CI: (16.4%, 25.2%) were malnourished and 49.3%, 95% CI: (43.9%, 55.3%) were at risk of malnutrition. In multivariable ordinal logistic regression, for being at risk of malnutrition and being malnourished, the following variables were significantly associated; being male, 2.03 (AOR = 2.03, 95% CI: 1.13, 3.63), being aged above 75 years, 2.58 (AOR = 2.58, 95% CI: 1.34, 4.99), living with others, 3 (AOR = 3.00, 95% CI: 1.23, 7.05), not having a care giver, 2.21 (AOR=2.21, 95% CI: 1.14, 4.27), lack of formal education, 2.06 (AOR = 2.06, 95% CI: 1.19, 3.57), being in the low category of wealth index, 3.27 (AOR = 3.27, 95% CI: 1.95, 5.5), having depression, 1.9 (AOR = 1.9, 95% CI: 1.22, 2.94) and alcohol consumption, 1.77 (AOR = 1.77, 95% CI: 1.04, 2.99) were significantly associated. Conclusion: One-fifth of the participants were malnourished and around half of the participants were at risk of malnutrition.
DEA-Bootstrapping Analysis for Different Models of Spanish Port Governance

The Spanish port system is subjected to a Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA)-Bootstrapping analysis of its operational and financial efficiency to be compared to two other scenarios. One of these presents a port cluster based on the grouping of ports because of their proximity, and the second scenario proposes a port cluster based on seafronts. The analysis is made up of a DEA-Bootstrapping of two inputs and two outputs for both the operational and financial efficiency analyses. The results of the DEA-Bootstrapping analysis show a series of results that favour these two scenarios against the present situation, as both the operational and financial efficiency are improved in relation to the current scenario or scenario 0.
Megastigmanes and Flavonoid Glycosides of Equisetum debile

AIM: To study the chemical constituents of Equisetum debile. METHODS: Compounds were isolated by column chromatography on silica gel, sephadex LH-20, ODS-18 and their structures were elucidated based on the spectroscopic methods including 2D NMR (COSY, HMQC, HMBC). RESULTS: Four megastigmane type compounds were isolated, one aglycone and three glucosides, identified as blumenol A (1), corchoinoside C (2), sammangaoside A (3), and (3S, 5R, 6R, 7E, 9S)-megastigmane-7-ene-3-hydroxy-5, 6-epoxy-9-O-β-D- glucopyranoside (4). Four flavonoid glycosides, kaempferol-3, 7-di-β-D-glucoside (5), camelliaside C (6), kaempferol 3-O-β-sophoroside (7), clematine (8) were also obtained from this plant. CONCLUSION: All megasigmane compounds and compound 6, 8 were obtained from Equisetaceae family for the first time.
Improving the stability of titania nanosheets by functionalization with polyelectrolytes

Titania nanosheets (TNS) have been synthesized by the hydrothermal method and functionalized with poly(diallyldimethylammonium chloride) (PDADMAC) or poly(acrylamide-co-diallyldimethylammonium chloride) (P(AAm-co-DADMAC)) polyelectrolytes. The morphology and the composition of the materials were investigated by X-ray diffraction and microscopy techniques. The polyelectrolyte coating led to dramatic changes in the charging behavior and in the colloidal stability of the TNS in aqueous suspensions, as revealed by electrophoretic and light scattering measurements. The adsorption of PDADMAC and P(AAm-co-DADMAC) on the oppositely charged TNS surface gave rise to charge neutralization and charge reversal at appropriate polyelectrolyte doses and to unstable and stable suspensions, respectively. In the latter situation, the polyelectrolyte functionalized nanosheets were resistant against aggregation even at high ionic strengths where the bare TNS rapidly aggregated. Highly stable suspensions were obtained especially in the presence of P(AAm-co-DADMAC) layer on the TNS surface due to the repulsive interparticle forces originating from both electrostatic and steric interactions. The obtained suspensions of excellent colloidal stability are promising candidates as carrier systems for instance in biomedical treatments, where homogeneous distribution of primary particles is required for the delivery of biologically active molecules.
Single Marker Analysis in Groundnut for Tolerance to in vitro Seed Colonization by Aspergillus flavus and Aflatoxin Contamination

Background: Aflatoxin contamination in groundnut is a serious health concern for both humans and ruminants. Genetic resistance is a viable, cost-effective and eco-friendly approach to manage aflatoxin contamination. Molecular markers particularly SSRs have been proved to be very effective in Marker Assisted Selection.Methods: In this study, single marker analysis using 30 SSR markers in 66 groundnut genotypes was executed to know if any selected SSRs were linked to in vitro seed colonization by Aspergillus flavus (IVSCAF) and/or aflatoxin contamination.Result: Single marker analysis revealed significant association of few SSR markers with tolerance to IVSCAF and/or aflatoxin contamination. Four markers viz., GM-1954, GM-1883, pPGPseq-2F05 and S-03 were found to be associated with in vitro seed colonization by A. flavus. The marker GM-1954 has shown a maximum R2 value of 14.07 indicating that 14.07 per cent phenotypic variation for IVSCAF has been explained by this marker (F=0.002**). Further, three markers viz., S-21, S-80 and GM-1954 were found to be associated with tolerance to aflatoxin contamination. It is evident from the results that, the marker GM 1954 has shown association with both IVSCAF as well as aflatoxin contamination. However, the R2 value of GM 1954, which explains the phenotypic variation for aflatoxin contamination, was less (6.21) as compared to that of IVSCAF (14.07).
Antibiofilm, Antioxidant and Quorum Quenching Activities of Propolis Samples from Southwest Anatolia

In this study, antibiofilm, antioxidant and quorum quenching activities of the ethanol extracts of propolis samples collected from Mugla district were investigated. Antimicrobial activity was determined using the well diffusion and broth tube dilution methods, antibiofilm activity with microplate biofilm method, and antioxidant activity with DPPH radical scavenging, β-carotene linoleic acid and ferric thiocyanate methods. To determine the antimicrobial activity of the extracts, Listeria monocytogenes ATCC 7944, Streptococcus mutans CNCTC 8/77, Escherichia coli ATCC 25922, Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923, Salmonella typhimurium ATCC 14028 and Candida albicans ATCC 10239 strains were used. Minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) against microorganisms were determined from 1 to >100 mg/ml. The lowest MIC value was found as 1 mg/ml for AP6 propolis extract against Salmonella typhimurium. According to the antibiofilm activity results, highest biofilm were detected at concentrations of MIC as 82.60% for AP1 against S. mutans, 67.45% for AP2 against L. monocytogenes, 73.02% for AP3 against S. mutans, 64.05% for AP4 against L. monocytogenes, 70.58% for AP5 against S. typhimurium; 93.43% for AP6 against S. typhimurium and 72.43% for AP7 against S. mutans. AP7 extract had the highest antioxidant activity with an IC50 value of 3.94 mg/ml for DPPH radical scavenging method and with 91.10% reduction rate for β-carotene linoleic acid method. AP1 extract had the highest reduction percentage rate of 51.77% in the ferric thiocyanate method.
Are Nurses at Swedish Departments of Infectious Diseases Prepared to Care for Patients With African Viral Haemorrhagic Fever? - A Survey Study

Background: The African viral haemorrhagic fevers have in recent years been causing large outbreaks with high mortality rates and elevated risks of global spread. These outbreaks puts the Departments of Infectious diseases, both national and international, on high demand when caring for this patient group, in a patient- and staff-safe manner. The aim of the study was to describe nurses perceived ability and knowledge about caring for patients with suspected or verified African viral haemorrhagic fever at Departments of Infectious diseases in Sweden. Method: A web survey was conducted to collect data. The results are presented through a descriptive design. Participants were registered nurses working in infectious diseases clinics; 216 survey results were registered. Results: Registered Nurses in Swedish Departments of Infectious diseases clinics witnessed about having limited knowledge about the African haemorrhagic fevers. They were also experiencing limited or very limited knowledge about some practical procedures, like drawing blood samples to confirm the infection. The majority of the participants had not been given theoretical education, nor had been given the opportunity to sufficiently practice using personal protective equipment at their place of work. The nurses witnessed about fear for their own safety while caring for this group of patients. Conclusion: The participants perceived about fear, both limited theoretical and practical knowledge and training about caring for patients with African haemorrhagic fever, even though they had worked with infectious diseases for several years. There is a need for implementation of measures to ensure the healthcare professionals' safety and to prevent them from being infected with potentially lethal infections. It also poses a risk for the patient in the absence of specific nursing care, which can lead to an increased critical disease state.
Electrochemical Approaches for Rapid Characterization of Oxidizable Compounds in Different Oak Alternatives

Oak alternatives (OAs) such as chips, granulates or staves, are becoming increasingly used in the wine industry. Although they are mostly considered for their contribution to wine aroma, they are also a source of phenolic compounds to be released in the wine, in particular ellagitannins contributing to wine mouthfeel and antioxidant characteristics. In the present study, we explore the potential for a rapid analytical method based on linear sweep voltammetry (LSV) combined with disposable sensors to provide a rapid measure of the oxidizable compounds present in different OAs, as well as their characterization. Strong correlations were found between the tannin content of different OAs and the total current measures during LSV analysis, allowing a rapid quantification of the oxidizable compounds present, mostly ellagitannin. Application of derivatization to raw voltammograms allowed extraction of a number of features that can be used for classification purposes, in particular with respect to OAs types (chips or staves) and degree of toasting.
The Clinical Outcome in Patients with Peritoneal Metastasis

Exclusion Criteria Exclusion criteria were (a) Age >75years, (b) ASA score >3, (c) extra peritoneal disease, (d) massive disease involvement in small bower, (e) disease involvement in hepatic pedicle or the pancreas, (f) invasion of retroperitoneal space, (g) more than 3 stenosis of the small bowel. Preoperative assessment included CT, magnetic enteroclysis, PET/CT, gastroscopy, colonoscopy and decisions are finalized in multi-disciplinary team meetings. From August 2005 to August 2020 4.500 were introduced in the program.
Pandemic Control COVID 19: The Results of Analytical Studies of Ten Health Systems in the Word. Scopus Review

OBJECTIVES Description of the epidemiological situation of COVID-19 and analyze and compare between ten-health systems control epidemic around the word for use in public health system settings. METHODS This study was a descriptive, exploratory analysis of all cases of COVID-19 in the world especially in the ten countries. We conducted a Scopus review of the literature. Thirty articles are been recolted. RESULTS The estimates of human transmissibility (R0) range from 2 to 3. Pre-symptomatic transmission has been reported. The Incubation period is 5.1 days; the overall global case fatality rate is currently approximately 6%. The countries are characterized into three categories of pandemic control: excellent level of control fo r Germany, South Korea, Hong Kong and turkey a medium level for China, Morocco and a low level for the USA, France, Spain and Italy. CONCLUSION The present descriptive, exploratory analysis offers important new information to the international community on the Corona virus Pandemic in world. Important questions remain including determination of infectiousness period, identification of transmission routes, and effective treatment and prevention methods including further test development, drug development, and vaccine development.
Biomimetic Calcium Phosphate/PEM Coatings For Sequential Multifactor Delivery

Many of the most promising strategies for tissue engineering and regeneration aim to replicate natural cellular microenvironments including matrix components, growth factors, and cellular proteins as a means to guide the migration, proliferation, and differentiation of progenitor cells. Combinations of growth factors synergistically enhance tissue regeneration, but typically require sequential, rather than co-delivery from biomaterials for maximum efficacy. Polyelectrolyte multilayer (PEM) coatings can deliver multiple factors without loss of activity; however, sequential delivery has been limited due to interlayer diffusion of multiple factors that results in co-delivery. This dissertation examined the incorporation of a biomimetic calcium phosphate (bCaP) layer into a polyL-Lysine/poly-L-Glutamic acid PEM film (bCaP-PEM) to provide sequential delivery of two different factors. The bCaP-PEM was uniformly deposited onto two-dimensional (2-D), and three-dimensional (3-D) porous substrates. Measurements of MC3T3-E1 osteoprogenitor cell proliferation and viability over time were used to evaluate kinetics of active biomolecule delivery and demonstrate that bCaP-PEM enables sequential delivery of a proliferative factor (fibroblast growth factor -2 (FGF-2) followed by a cytotoxic factor (antimycin A, AntiA). Alterations to bCaP thickness and PEM composition were performed in attempts to tune delivery kinetics of an embedded factor. The bCaP layer thickness could be increased or decreased, however, delivery kinetics using the osteoprogenitor cell line did not significantly change. Accelerated cell-mediated delivery kinetics from the bCaPPEM coating was demonstrated in vitro using a murine macrophage cell line. Scanning electron microscopy revealed the bCaP-PEM coating could be uniformly applied to the 3-D, commercially available bone graft substitute Healos®, (DePuy Synthes Spine, Raynham, MA). Effects of sequential delivery of FGF-2, then bone morphogenetic protein 2 (BMP-2), from a bCaP-PEM coated Healos® scaffold was evaluated in vivo in a mouse calvarial defect model. This work resulted in the development of a novel, biomimetic coating capable of sequential delivery of two factors. This technology has potential to be applied in multiple research applications where a sequential delivery profile activated by cell degradation of matrix is desired.
Energy recovery and economy aspects of steam-explosion pretreatment in waste phytomass management

ABSTRACT Steam-explosion pretreatment allows lowering of the natural resistance of plant material to subsequent biodegrading processes, such as anaerobic fermentation. This is achieved by a complex of cavitation forces that disintegrate rigid lignocellulose structures and liberate labile organic matter during a quick release of phytomass from a steam-pressurized reactor back to the atmospheric pressure. Hydrolyzing reactants or catalysts may increase the effect; however, the management of chemicals raises financial and environmental concerns. The current state of knowledge was reviewed to identify promising designs and reengineering that would enable subsequent transfer into the commercial scale in order to reverse the current trend of phytomass waste management – landfilling. In an effort to achieve profitability, it has been concluded that further development should focus on a deeper interconnection of the apparatus with associated technology units, reuse of waste heat from the subsequent biogas combustion, widening the range of processing parameters, reuse of nutrients, and utilization of the ballast organic matter.
Effect of Dimethyl Disulfide on Activity of NiMo Based Catalysts Used in Hydrodeoxygenation of Oleic Acid

Alumina supported NiMo catalysts were synthesized. The prepared NiMo catalysts were activated by DMDS in a sulfidation process and characterized. The sulfided NiMo catalysts were next used in hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) of oleic acid in a batch reactor. Afterward, the NiMo catalysts were recovered and used in another set of HDO reactions of oleic acid under the same conditions used in the previous HDO reactions. After the HDO experiments, the active phase and deposited coke on spent catalysts were characterized. The results indicated that higher concentrations of DMDS promoted the production of heptadecane (C17) but had no effect on the production of octadecane (C18). Moreover, the XPS results revealed the promotional effect of DMDS concentration on maintenance of the sulfidity of the catalysts. In addition, the results for the experiments with the second run catalyst revealed a clear deactivation due to increased coke depositions. Furthermore, after two repeated experiments with first run and second run cat.
Deadlock in psychotherapy: A phenomenological study of eight psychodynamic therapists’ experiences

ABSTRACT Problematic interactional patterns between client and therapist involve several phenomena, such as different forms of ruptures, enactments, impasses, and stalemates. This study explores psychodynamic therapists’ experiences and understanding of deadlock in the psychotherapy process. Interviews with eight experienced therapists were analyzed applying the Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). Generally, the therapists described the deadlock as a negative process, blocking the progress of therapy. The deadlock confronted them with unfulfilled expectations of closeness and connection, as well as unwelcome feelings and wishes, and evoked self-doubt and questioning of their own professional role. The therapists experienced a loss of agency and reflective capacity in the encounter with the client. We found an elusive quality of something absent and incomprehensible in the therapists’ experiences. Resolution of deadlock interacted with therapists finding a constructive role in the therapeutic relationship and being able to give meaning to their experiences. We conclude that the therapists need to be observant of their experiences of deadlock and talk to others about them. The knowledge of deadlocks as natural phenomena in the therapy process that can be recognized, addressed, and worked with must be more widely diffused and should be an integral part of psychotherapy education and training.
The geography of political ideologies in Switzerland over time

ABSTRACT Recent empirical findings highlight how economic geography is important in understanding various political outcomes. However, these results are typically based on single elections or referendums. This article overcomes the weaknesses of such data by identifying and analysing the long-term structure and evolution of fundamental political ideologies in Switzerland. The results assess the existence of significant political ideology divides among Swiss municipalities and indicate that these divides are associated with inequalities in local economic welfare, migration flows and urbanity. Overall, this article suggests that linkages between economic geography and political preferences are not restricted to specific issues or elections; rather, they also involve the more profound structure of political ideologies.
Analisis Pengaruh E-Service Quality, Perceived Value Terhadap Customer Satisfaction, Trust, dan Customer Behavioral Intention

Pada survei popularitas e-commerce di Indonesia, e-commerce Blibli menempati peringkat pertama di media sosial, namun jumlah pengunjung/bulan dari Blibli ini lebih rendah daripada peringkat ke-2 dan ke-3 pada peta e-commerce. Beberapa hal yang mempengaruhi tingkat penjualan dari suatu perusahaan e-commerce, yaitu seperti e-service quality, perceived value dan satisfaction dari customer. Selain itu menurut Mayer et al. (1995) “trust is central in e-commerce relationships because of the presence of risks, uncertainties, and interdependencies”. Berdasarkan uraian tersebut, penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui bagaimana hubungan antara e-service quality dan perceived value terhadap customer satisfaction, trust, dan behavioral intention customer e-commerce Blibli. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan cara menyebarkan kuesioner yang sudah diuji validitas dan reliabilitas kepada 200 responden. Data yang didapatkan kemudian diolah menggunakan metode SEM (Structural Equation Modelling) dengan aplikasi LISREL (LisWin32). Hasil pengolahan data menunjukkan bahwa variabel E-service quality memiliki pengaruh positif yang signifikan terhadap perceived value, variabel E-service quality tidak memiliki pengaruh positif yang signifikan terhadap customer satisfaction, variabel Perceived value memiliki pengaruh positif yang signifikan terhadap customer satisfaction, variabel E-service quality tidak memiliki pengaruh positif yang signifikan terhadap trust, variabel Perceived value tidak memiliki pengaruh positif yang signifikan terhadap trust, variabel customer satisfaction tidak memiliki pengaruh positif yang signifikan terhadap trust, variabel E-service quality tidak memiliki pengaruh negatif yang signifikan terhadap behavioral intention, variabel Perceived value tidak memiliki pengaruh positif yang signifikan terhadap behavioral intention, variabel Trust tidak memiliki pengaruh positif yang signifikan terhadap behavioral intention.