Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
EVALUATION OF EGYPTIAN WHEAT LANDRACES (TRITICUM AESTIVUM L.) FOR DROUGHT TOLERANCE, AGRONOMIC, GRAIN YIELD AND QUALITY TRAITS

To increase the genetic progress in wheat yield, breeders search for germplasm of high genetic diversity, one of them is the landraces, which are traditional varieties with a good tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses. The objectives of the present investigation were to (i) assess the effects of deficit irrigation and genotype on studied traits of wheat landraces, (ii) identify landrace(s) showing drought tolerance, high yield, and/or carrying one or more desirable trait and (iii) identify the most correlated traits to drought tolerance. Twenty bread wheat landraces and two checks were planted in the field for two seasons under water stress (WS) and non-stress (WW) conditions using a split plot design with four replications and their agronomic, grain yield and quality traits (13) were recorded. Water stress caused a significant reduction of 9.54 % in grain yield, which was associated with a reduction in all studied traits, except grain protein content (GPC), which significantly increased by 13.99%. Our study recommended that landrace G17; the highest in GPC (20.87%) could be crossed to one of the highest yielding genotypes Sakha 64 cultivar, landraces G2 or G3 to select in their segregating generations some transgressive segregates of high grain yield and high GPC. The highest drought tolerant genotypes in this study were Sakha 63 and the landraces G2, G3, G4, G7, G12 and G15. These genotypes were the most drought tolerant, the highest yielders under WS as well as WW and could therefore be recommended to future wheat breeding programs. The results indicated that drought tolerant landraces are characterized by early maturity, short grain filling period, short plant height and high grain yield/plant. These traits could be considered as selection criteria for drought tolerance in wheat if they proved high heritability.
MICROTUBER AND MINITUBER MANIPULATION FOR POTATO PRE-BASIC SEED PRODUCTION UNDER EGYPTIAN CONDITIONS

Potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) cultivation in Egypt depends on yearly importing of seed tubers; therefore, establishment of national seed tubers potato production is a major concern. In the current study microtuberization of Diamant and Spunta potato varieties was evaluated under four microtuberization media (MS medium supplemented with elevated sucrose concentration, BA, CCC and the combination between them). The produced microtubers used then to investigate minitubers production under Egyptian conditions. Three nutrition treatments (MS macro and micronutrients, Hoagland nutrient solution and compound fertilizer) were used in the greenhouse phase. Varietal differences were observed between the two varieties in microtuber and minituber production. Moreover, for microtuberization in vitro the best media was MS supplied with 80 g sucrose. In the greenhouse minitubers production nutrition with Hoagland solution showed the best values regarding minituber weight per plant and average minituber weight. Furthermore, Hoagland and MS macro and micronutrients did not differ significantly in terms of minitubers number. The obtained results recommended that production of microtubers need using elevated sucrose concentration. Also, Hoagland nutrient solution is sufficient to produce good quality minitubers in greenhouse under Egyptian conditions.
N,N'-Diethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium diiodide

N , N '-Diethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium diiodide ([EV]I 2 ), C 14 H 18 N 22+. I 2− , belongs to a class of compounds that are excellent electron acceptors and are used routinely in studies of electron-transfer reactions. In [EV]I 2 , closest contacts from iodide to the [EV] 2+ dication range from 3.77–4.05 Å with the shortest distances to the nitrogen and ortho -carbon [I···N = 3.843 (3) and I···C = 3.770 (4) Å]. Bond distances and angles of similar Å from a Å. However, the closest contacts from 2+ dication from Å with shortest distances to the nitrogen and ortho x , 3/2 − y , z − 1/2) =3.843 I1···C5( x ,
Are There Problems of Asymmetric Price Adjustment and Rent-Seeking in Spanish Retail Diesel Market?

Article History Received: 11.12. 2018 Accepted: 19.12. 2018 Published: 30.12. 2018 Abstract: This paper investigated the Spanish retail diesel market for evidence of asymmetric price adjustment and rent-seeking following changes in crude oil prices. The study used the nonlinear autoregressive distributed Lag (NARDL) modeling framework and monthly time series data for the period January 2005 to December 2015. The results indicate that Spanish diesel market is fraught with sluggish speed of adjustment, which is typical of markets witnessing uncompetitive pricing and other irregular behaviours by retail firms. The results further indicate that Spanish diesel market is bedeviled by the problem of short-run asymmetric price transmission from crude oil markets, which is consistent with the rockets and fathers effect. Further still, we find that retail firms in the Spanish automotive diesel markets may be exploiting the tax system to conceal rentseeking behaviours. This paper therefore supports policies that will encourage continuous monitoring of the market for irregular behaviors since the observed problems have antitrust and consumer welfare implications.
Boolean Functions for Cryptography and Coding Theory

Boolean functions are essential to systems for secure and reliable communication. This comprehensive survey of Boolean functions for cryptography and coding covers the whole domain and all important results, building on the author's influential articles with additional topics and recent results. A useful resource for researchers and graduate students, the book balances detailed discussions of properties and parameters with examples of various types of cryptographic attacks that motivate the consideration of these parameters. It provides all the necessary background on mathematics, cryptography, and coding, and an overview on recent applications, such as side channel attacks on smart cards, cloud computing through fully homomorphic encryption, and local pseudo-random generators. The result is a complete and accessible text on the state of the art in single and multiple output Boolean functions that illustrates the interaction between mathematics, computer science, and telecommunications.
Use of StatSeal Advanced Disc to Decrease Time to Hemostasis in Transradial Cardiac Procedures/ A Quality Improvement Project

Objective: A quality improvement project to evaluate the difference in time to hemostasis for radial access between the standard protocol of the Terumo Band and the StatSeal Advanced Disc with the Terumo Band for reducing nursing hours. The secondary objective was to compare radial patency and vascular complications between the 2 protocols. Background: The use of transradial access for cardiac catheterization is slowly increasing in the United States and in our cardiac catherization lab. Hemostasis is achieved at our institution with the Terumo Band and up to 4 hours of pressure post procedure, under close supervision by a registered nurse. There was interest in reducing time to hemostasis to 1 hour with the combined use of the Terumo Band and the StatSeal Advanced Disc. Methods: Data was collected for 2 weeks on 23 transradial procedures with the standard protocol of the Terumo Band and then for 3 weeks on 25 procedures using the StatSeal Advanced Disc in conjunction with the Terumo Band. Results: There was a significant difference in the combined time to hemostasis for the standard protocol group (n=23) 205 +/-52 minutes versus 77 +/- 20 minutes for the StatSeal group (n=25) (p<0.01) with no statistical difference in bleeding or radial patency. Conclusions: The use of Terumo Band in conjunction with the StatSeal Advanced Disc for radial hemostasis is safe, with significant reduction in nursing hours with an expedited hemostasis for radial procedures.
Synthesis of mesoporous NiCo2O4–rGO by a solvothermal method for charge storage applications

The spinel NiCo2O4 material has received considerable attention as an excellent supercapacitor material. In this study, we report a facile and cost-effective solvothermal method for the synthesis of mesoporous NiCo2O4 anchored on reduced graphene oxide (rGO). The electrochemical activity of the NiCo2O4–rGO and pristine NiCo2O4 materials were evaluated by cyclic voltammetry (CV), chronopotentiometry (CP) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The NiCo2O4–rGO composite electrode shows a high specific capacitance value of 870 F g−1 at a current density of 2 A g−1 and it retains 600 F g−1 capacitance even at a high current density of 20 A g−1. Pristine NiCo2O4 shows a poor capacitance value of 315 F g−1 at 2 A g−1 and it retains only 191 F g−1 at 10 A g−1. Furthermore, the NiCo2O4–rGO nanocomposite shows an excellent cyclic performance with 90% capacitance retention even after 5000 charge–discharge cycles at a high current density of 4 A g−1, whereas a pristine NiCo2O4 electrode shows only 45% capacitance retention. The high specific capacitance, remarkable rate capability and excellent cycling performance offered by the NiCo2O4–rGO composite is attributed to the high surface area and high conductivity. In addition, rGO is believed to shorten the diffusion, migration paths for electrolyte ions and an easy access for electrolyte ions into redox centers.
THE MEDIATING IMPACT OF ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT ON THE INFLUENCE OF LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOR AND WORK ENVIRONMENT ON ORGANIZATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOR AT AJB BUMIPUTERA 1912 HEADQUARTER

This research aimed to analyze the mediating role of organizational commitment on the influence of leadership behavior and work environment towards organizational citizenship behavior. The research was conducted from October 2019 to April 2020 at AJB Bumiputera 1912 Headquarter. The populations in this research were 317 employees. There were 177 employees were taken as sample using Slovin’s formula with 5% error tolerance. Then, a quota sampling method was used in administering questionnaires to respondents. Data collected were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling with the help of SmartPLS software version 3.2. 8 for Windows. The results showed that leadership behavior had a slight positive, but not significant influence on organizational citizenship behavior. However, work environment had a positive and significant influence on organizational citizenship behavior. Meanwhile, the organizational commitment had positively and significantly mediated the influences of both leadership behavior and work environment on organizational citizenship behavior.
Effects of Increased Immigration Enforcement on Citizens’ Self-Employment

The recent increase in interior immigration enforcement has reduced the number of low skilled workers in the U.S. In this paper I study how this decrease in labor supply affects citizens’ self-employment. I examine the impact of four immigration enforcement policies; each implemented with a staggered roll-out across the U.S. and different levels of adoption. I find that increased immigration enforcement had a negative effect on male and female citizens’ self-employment. This is evidence that undocumented immigrants have a level of complementarity to self-employed citizens. The reduction of citizens’ self-employment is concentrated among high school graduate natives. The lower levels of self-employment are not accompanied by an increase in the wage and salary sector, suggesting that there is no switching within sectors happening. The industries that are more affected are construction and wholesale self-employment. However, self-employment among Hispanic citizens’ had the opposite effect. To enable comparison with previous studies, I estimate the effects of the immigration enforcement programs on the employment of citizens. I find that E-Verify mandates have a negative effect not accounted for in previous studies. ∗Department of Economics, University of Arizona, McClelland Hall 401, Tucson, AZ 85721 (email: karlacordova@email.arizona.edu website: http://www.karlapcordova.com). I am thankful to my advisors Price Fisback and Jessamyn Schaller for all their encouragement and support. I am also thankful to discussants and participants at the 2019S SEA ASHE-sponsored session, the Department of Economics Empirical Brown bag seminar, and classmates for helpful comments and suggestions. 1
The Assembly of Dinuclear Alkoxido-Bridged CuII Halide Complexes of Pyridine Alcohols To Form Tetranuclear and Polynuclear Compounds: Synthesis, Structure, and Magnetic Properties

Reaction of CuX2 (X = Cl, Br) with pyridine alcohol ligands [2-(hydroxymethyl)pyridine = Hhmp, 2-(hydroxyethyl)pyridine = Hhep and 2-(hydroxypropyl)pyridine = Hhpp] affords a series of new CuII alkoxide complexes with a similar Cu2O2 structural motif: a dinuclear complex, [Cu2(hpp)2Br2] (1), two tetranuclear compounds, [Cu4(hpp)4Br4] (2) and [Cu4(hpp)4Cl4] (3), and polynuclear chains, [Cu2(hep)2Cl2]n (4) and [Cu2(Hhmp)2Cl4]n (5). The dinuclear complex 1 represents the basic building unit of the four other materials. In this family of compounds, the pyridine alcohol type ligands (Hhmp, Hhep, or Hhpp) provide the two alkoxido functions that bridge the CuII centers. The tetranuclear analogues exhibit an unusual structure of the defect dicubane-like type with two missing vertices. The one-dimensional polymers 4 and 5 are composed of Cu2O2 dinuclear units interlinked through bridging chlorido ligands to form infinite chains. The analysis of the magnetic susceptibility measurements indicates the presence of strong antiferromagnetic coupling between the S = 1/2 CuII metal ions through the bis(alkoxido) bridge. (© Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, 69451 Weinheim, Germany, 2006)
Inquiry Strategy, Cognitive Style, and Mathematics Achievement.

Just exactly what do you think you are doing with this kind of nonsense? " The teacher who asked this question had just witnessed an inquiry session. Finally, a tenth-grade girl spoke up. "I don't know what there is about it, but I know that because of inquiry training I can sit down and outline a paper and then write it up clearly. Before, when I had an essay-type test to take, I used to write and think in circles. Now I know how to organize my thinking and write straight to make a point. For me, and I think the rest of the kids here, it has been very helpful. " The questioner's only response was a skeptical "Hmpf," but the rest of the group gave the student a rousing hand. The inquiry strategy to which these people were reacting was applied to science teaching by Suchman around 1961 and has had an impact on the attitudes, thinking processes, and feelings of hundreds of students since that time. Some studies have reported that it has had a significant positive effect on the analytical aspects of cognitive style and that these results persisted from grade school into the senior year of high school (Scott & Sigel, 1965; Scott, 1973). Although these specific findings pertain only to the "conceptual" approach of Kagan, Moss, and Sigel (1963), the "perceptual" approach to cognitive style (Witkin, Dyk, Faterson, Goodenough & Karp, 1962) also has an analytical component. Investigators have shown a strong relationship between this component and mathematics achievement Rosenfeld, 1958; Nelson, 1973). An interesting algorithm presents itself. If the inquiry-exposed students become more analytical (conceptually), would their mathematics ability be superior to comparison students? Research, then, has the problem of discovering what relationships may exist between the "conceptual" style approach, inquiry strategy, and mathematics achievement. If one (or more) is found, then the inquiry strategy can be considered as one important tool in the school instructional milieu. This report has two key questions that serve as its focus:
Reactivity of the molecular hydrogen complex [IrH4(PMe2Ph)3]BF4 towards olefins. The origin of stereochemical rigidity of M(PR3)3(olefin)2 species

Stoichiometric protonation of IrH 3 P 3 (P=PMe 2 Ph) with HBF 4 in CH 2 Cl 2 leads to the formation of IrH 4 P 3 + . T 1 measurements along with reactivity studies suggest that this complex contains two hybride ligands and a coordinated dihydrogen molecule. Since H 2 is easily lost from this species, IrH 4 P 3 + serves as a convenient precursor to the highly reactive, unsaturated hybride species IrH 2 P 3 + . IrH 4 P 3 + reacts with ethylene to initially form the hydrido-ethylene complex cis,mer-IrH 2 (C 2 H 4 )P 3 + . Labeling studies on this complex indicate the existence of a hybrido-ethyl equilibrium partner
Effect of water composition on phosphorus concentration in runoff and water‐soluble phosphate in two grassland soils

Many irrigation experiments determine phosphorus (P) losses from soil. Often, these studies cannot be compared, because the irrigation water was not characterized. We used calcium‐rich tap water and deionized water to investigate the influence of water composition on P concentrations in induced runoff. We irrigated two grassland sites: one acid and one calcareous. Less P was measured in runoff from tap water irrigation than from deionized water, especially for the acid soil. Batch experiments confirmed the findings of the field experiments. Tap water decreased water‐soluble phosphate and increased calcium in the solid phase. This interaction increased with decreasing soil:water ratio. Water of low ionic strength gave results comparable to rainwater.
Relationship between compliance to Iron and Folic Acid Supplementation and Anaemia among Pregnant Women in Nyeri County, Kenya

Folate deficiency has been associated with abnormalities in both mothers and fetuses. This study therefore sought to determine the prevalence of non-compliance with IFAS among pregnant women and to determine if IFAS non-compliance influences anemia in Nyeri County, Kenya. This was a mixed methods study. Pregnant women attending antenatal care in level 4 and level 5 facilities were targeted. A sample of 385 respondents was calculated using modified formulae by Fisher. Questionnaires were used to collect information form the expectant mothers. The mean age was 31 years. The mean income was KES 50,912.Majority (64%) of respondents lived in rural areas. Majority (56%) of the respondents in the study indicated that they had at one time forgotten to take their IFAS supplements. Majority (55%) of the participants had hemoglobin levels of between 121 g/l and 150 g/l while 37% of the participants had hemoglobin levels of below 120 g/l. Chi-square tests showed a significant relationship (p=0.018) between compliance to IFAS and prevalence of Anemia. The study concluded that increasing prevalence of anemia among pregnant women can be attributed to the high prevalence of non-compliance among pregnant women in Nyeri County. Pregnant women should therefore be sensitized on the importance of complying with iron and folic acid supplements.
PHYSICO-CHEMICAL AND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES OF CASSAVA AND AFRICAN

The purpose of this study was to investigate the physico-chemical and functional properties of Pro-vitamin A cassava (Manihot esculenta CRANTZ) (07/593) and African yam bean (Sphenostylis stenocarpa) (TSs 94) flour blends. The crops were processed into flour and their desirable flour blends combinations were obtained using Response Surface Methodology (RSM) of central composite ro-vitamin A cassava flour and African yam bean flour ranged from 40-90% and 10-40% respectively. The physico-chemical and functional properties were determined based on the standard methods. The physico-chemical properties were colour: l*(78.73 to 102.99): a*(-1.79 to 4.23) and b* (13.50 to 37.21):titratable acidity (0.17-0.25): pH (5.92 to 6.87): starch(49.93 to 60.34%): sugar (2.00 to 4.34%): amylose (18.56 to 24.05%) and amylopectin (75.95 to 81.18%). The functional propertieswater absorption capacity, oil absorption capacity, packed bulk density, loose bulk density, dispersibility, swelling power, foam capacity and stability and least gelation capacity ranged from 1.5 to 2 g/g, 0.9-1.3 g/g, 0.60 to 0.97 g/ml, 0.38 to 0.75 g/ml, 60.00 to 73.33%, 1.62 to 5.5, 5.63 to 9.9% and 2% respectively. There were significant differences (p<0.05) in physico-chemical and functional properties of the flour blends except the least gelation capacity that were not significantly different from one another.
Chemical Properties, in vitro Starch Digestibility and the Estimated Glycemic Index of Water Yam, Cocoyam, Sweet Potato and Cassava

This study characterised the most cultivated and consumed roots and tubers (cocoyam, sweet potato and cassava-TMS 0581, except water yam) in Nigeria, based on their chemical composition, in vitro starch digestibility and the estimated glycemic index. Samples were analysed for proximate composition, resistant starch, amylose content, in vitro starch digestibility and the estimated glycemic index using standard analytical methods. The result showed that the moisture content of the samples ranged from 11.67 to 12.63% dry matter; ash content (3.20-3.98%); fat content (1.14-2.65%); crude fibre (1.03-2.34%); protein content (1.56-4.75%); carbohydrate content (86.28-92.99%); energy value (387.97-390.66 Kcal/ 100 g); amylose (21.30-32.67%) and resistant starch (4.73-15.23 g/ 100 g). The in vitro starch digestibility ranged from 1.34 mg/ g to 3.19 mg/ g and the estimated glycemic index from 53.57 to 63.79%. Water yam with the least values of in vitro starch digestibility and the estimated glycemic index can be used as a suitable and reliable low glycemic index food for diabetic patients because of its potential to undergo a slower but gradual release of glucose into the blood stream.
Multiphase flow and granular mechanics

In this perspective we provide a brief overview of the state of knowledge and recent progress in the area of multiphase flow through deformable granular media. We show, with many examples, that the interplay between viscous, capillary, and frictional forces at the pore scale determines the mode of fluid invasion. We pay particular attention to the central role of wettability on the morphology of granular-pack deformation and failure. Beyond their intrinsic interest as processes that give rise to spectacular pattern formation, these coupled phenomena in granular media can control continental-scale fluxes like methane venting from the seafloor and geohazards like earthquakes and landslides. We conclude this perspective by pointing to fundamental knowledge gaps and exciting avenues of research.
Electroencephalography in Evaluating Mental Workload of Gaming

The feasibility of electroencephalography (EEG) analysis in evaluating mental workload of gaming was studied by carrying out a proof-of-concept type experiment on a set of EEG recordings, with a bespoke tool developed for the purpose. The EEG recordings (20 recordings in total) that were used in the experiment had been acquired by groups of students and staff of Tampere University during n-back gaming sessions, as part of course projects. The ratio of theta and alpha power, calculated over the EEG signal segments that were time-locked to game events, was selected as EEG metrics for mental load evaluation. Also, Phase Locking Value (PLV) was calculated for all pairs of EEG channels to assess the change in phase synchronization with the increasing difficulty level of the game. Wilcoxon rank-sum test was used to compare the metrics between the levels of the game (from 1-back to 4-back). The rank-sum test results revealed that the theta-alpha power ratio calculated from the frontal derivations Fp1 and Fp2 performed as a confident indicator for the evaluation and comparison of mental load. Also, phase locking between EEG derivations was found to become stronger with the increasing difficulty level of the game, especially in the case of channel pairs where the electrodes were located at opposite hemispheres.