Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Nomenclatural and taxonomic notes on some Stachys taxa (Lamiaceae)

that the morphological characters of S. Abstract: Stachys glechomifolia ( Lamiaceae ), previously included under S. mardinensis as a synonym, is resurrected in this work based on extensive field and herbarium studies. In addition to its distribution in Turkey, S. mardinensis has firstly been recorded from Iran. Furthermore, the lectotypes of S. fragillima , S. graveolens , and S. kurdica var. brevidens are designated in this study. An expanded description and distribution map of S. glechomifolia , and some taxonomic notes on S. graveolens, S. fragillima , S. mardinensis , and S. nephrophylla are also reported.
Minerals laboratory staff develops new ICP-MS preparation method

The method involves a series of acid digestion and drying stages over a period of four days. Comparisons between XRF Zr results and Zr results from the ICP-MS indicated that for many samples the method was not achieving total digestion of the zircon present. Subsequent replicates of problem samples also showed large variations in Zr results. Hot or cold spots on the hotplate surfaces, affecting digestion, may have been the reason for these variations. Comparison of XRF and ICP-MS Cr results for those samples with significant Cr values suggests that similar problems are present for the dissolution of the refactory mineral chromite. Other elements present in refactory minerals generally tend to be at levels approaching or below the detection limit of the XRF method making comparisons meaningless. To overcome these problems laboratory staff first experimented with Parr bomb and microwave digestions. Little or no improvement was found with the microwave and only slight improvement with the Parr bombs. Steve Eggins from the Australian National University's School of Geology was using laser ablation on XRF fusions to do trace element analyses. His work led Minerals laboratory staff to the idea of digesting pieces of XRF fusions. Digesting the fusions proved straightforward. The only problems encountered arose from contamination of the digest by the platinum ware used to produce the fusions. All platinum crucibles contained some rhodium and palladium, even the recently purchased 95% Pt/
Tomographic score (RAD-Covid Score) to assess the clinical severity of infection with the novel Coronavirus

Objectives: The severity of pulmonary Covid-19 infection can be assessed by the pattern and extent of parenchymal involvement observed in computed tomography (CT), and it is important to standardize the analysis through objective, practical, and reproducible systems. We propose a method for stratifying the radiological severity of pulmonary disease, the Radiological Severity Score (RAD-Covid Score), in Covid-19 patients by quantifying infiltrate in chest CT, including assessment of its accuracy in predicting disease severity.Methods: This retrospective, single-center study analyzed patients with a confirmed diagnosis of Covid-19 infection by real-time reverse-transcriptase polymerase chain reaction, who underwent chest CT at hospital admission between March 6 and April 6, 2020. The CT scans were classified as positive, negative or equivocal, and a radiological severity score (RADCovid Score) was assigned. Clinical severity was assessed upon hospital admission, with mild cases considered suitable for home treatment, moderate cases for hospital admission and severe cases for intensive care unit admission.Results: 658 patients were included. Concordance correlation coefficient for the RAD-Covid Score was almost perfect among observers (0.833), with an overall agreement of 89.5%. The RAD-Covid Score was positively correlated with clinical severity and death, i.e., the higher the RAD-Covid Score, the greater the chance of a more severe clinical condition and mortality. This association proved independent of age and comorbidities. Accuracy of this score was 71%. Conclusions: The RAD-Covid Score showed good accuracy in predicting clinical severity at hospital admission and mortality in patients with confirmed Covid-19 infection and was an independent predictor of severity.
Removal and recovery of CI reactive red 195 from effluent by solvent extraction using reverse micelles

To reduce environmental pollution by CI reactive red 195, solvent extraction of the dye from water was performed by using reverse micelles prepared from hexadecyltrimethylammonium bromide and amyl alcohol. The effects of dye concentration, surfactant concentration, sodium chloride concentration, and pH on the removal percentage of the dye were investigated. A pseudo-first-order kinetic model and an ion-exchange reaction model were used to fit the experimental data. Ultraviolet-visible absorption spectra and particle size distribution were analyzed to evaluate the state of the dyes in the reverse micelles. In addition, the dyes were recovered by backward extraction and then reused for dyeing cotton fabric. The removal percentage of CI reactive red 195 increased with increasing concentrations of surfactant and sodium chloride. Increasing dye concentration and pH values resulted in less removal of dyes. The dye extraction process could be described by the pseudo-first-order kinetic model and by the ion-exchange reaction equations. The state of the dye in the reverse micelles was similar to that in bulk water. The mean particle diameter of the reverse micelles was 10.8 nm. Dye recovery was improved by adding a counterionic surfactant. The recovered CI reactive red 195 had a good dyeing property for cotton fabric.
Effects of four kinds of exogenous hormones on the germination and seedling growth of Leymus chinensis

The effects of Gibberellic Acid(GA3) and 3-Indoleacetic acid(IAA) with the concentrations of 100～600 μg/g,6-Benzyl Aminopurine(6-BA) and Abscisic Acid(ABA) with the concentrations of 25～100 μg/g on the germination and seedling growth of Leymus chinensis were investigated in this paper.The results showed that 100～300 μg/g GA3 and IAA,25 μg/g 6-BA promoted the germination and the effects were in the order of GA3IAA6-BA.However,when the concentrations of GA3 and IAA were higher than 400 μg/g or the 6-BA higher than 50 μg/g,the final germination percentages would be limited.ABA with the concentration of 25～100 μg/g showed no inhibitory effect on the final germination of L.chinensis seeds.The shoot length was promoted only by GA3 while limited by IAA and 6-BA but the root length and root/shoot ratios were all limited by the three kinds of hormones.All of the ABA treatments in this paper showed no significant effects on the lengths of shoot and root,the root/shoot ratios.
A novel anatomical titanium plate versus the reconstruction plate for quadrilateral plate fractures of the acetabulum: A propensity-matched cohort study

Background Surgical treatment of acetabular fractures involving quadrilateral plate is a challenge to orthopaedic surgeons. We have developed a novel fixation technique using a special shaped reconstruction plate combined with several buttress screws of quadrilateral plate which was also called Dynamic Anterior Plate-Screw System for Quadrilateral plate (DAPSQ) to treat acetabular fractures involving quadrilateral plate since 2005(RP group). And the long-term follow-up results have confirmed the effectiveness and safety of this technique. After 2016, anatomical titanium plate (ATP group) of DAPSQ have been designed and applied. The aim of the study was to compare the clinical efficacy of anatomical plate and the reconstruction plate of DAPSQ in the treatment of quadrilateral plate fractures. Methods We led a propensity-matched cohort study of quadrilateral plate fractures. Twenty-two patients were included in the ATP group during the inclusion period (2016-2018), and were matched to 22 cases in our database of RP group (2008-2016). The primary outcome measures were quality of reduction and functional outcomes. Intraoperative conditions were also compared. Results Of these 22 consecutive patients in ATP group, the mean age was 46.7 years and the most common fracture pattern was a both-column fracture (12cases, 54.5%) according to Letournel-Judet classification. The mean follow-up period was 23.1 months (range 12-37). There were no significant differences between the two groups with regards the quality of reduction using the Matta radiological criteria and functional outcomes evaluated by the modified Merle d’Aubigné score( P > 0.05). Compared with the RP group, the ATP group has a shorter operation time(245.1 minutes vs. 286.8 minutes, P = 0.020), less intraoperative blood loss (1136.4 mL vs. 1777.3mL, P = 0.014) and transfusion (780.9 vs. 1256.8mL, P = 0.035). The complication rate was 18.2% in ATP group, and there was no significantly difference compared with the RP group (36.4%)( P > 0.05). None of the cases in the two groups had quadrilateral screws entering the hip or implant failure. Conclusion s The fixation of anatomical titanium plate in quadrilateral plate fractures showed a similar result to the reconstruction plate, in terms of quality of reduction and functional outcome. The anatomical titanium plate of DAPSQ has the advantages of short operation time, less intraoperative bleeding and blood transfusion, and it is worth further promotion and research.
On large-scale wave coupling across the stratopause

The present understanding of Earth's mesosphere and lower thermosphere (MLT) region, and its coupling with the atmospheric layers below and above is far from being complete. For many years, its inaccessibility caused the lack of a comprehensive database and important open science questions remain. What are the spatio-temporal variations of temperature, winds, and chemical constituents and what causes them? What are the sources and magnitudes of atmospheric waves and how do they interact with each other? What is the relative importance of radiation, chemistry, and dynamics for the momentum and energy budget? How large is the anthropogenic effect? Can we quantify the MLT effect on climate? A key role in this context plays the large-scale vertical wave coupling across the stratopause by planetary waves and tides. Its better understanding is the leading objective of this work using data from several satellite instruments and models of differing character. Some emphasis is given to nonmigrating (non-Sun-synchronous) tides that are among the least understood and explored phenomena in the MLT.
REFLETINDO EM CUIDADOS CONTINUADOS: O ENFERMEIRO ESPECIALISTA EM ENFERMAGEM COMUNITÁRIA

In a society in constant change, education emerges, in a systemic paradigm, as an instrument capable of building a system of values, allowing the acquisition of knowledge and skills necessary for the exercise of citizenship. In this sense, with a view to the evolution of self-knowledge at the level of postgraduate education, this article presents critical reflection, as the methodology used in an optional course in Continuing Care. Anchored in references, it contributes to the construction of skills that enable a professional exercise based on an increasingly differentiated action, with a view to the development of a specialized clinical practice in Community Nursing. This strategy made it possible to envision decision-making processes in complex situations in contexts of continuous care, seeking to systematize new learning / intervention perspectives, considering alternatives and options. It was valued by students, mobilizing for it the theoretical conception, by reference to the development of knowledge in nursing, considering the diversity and uniqueness of their individual interests.
Kinetic Models of Evaporation and Total Phenolics Degradation during Pomegranate Juice Concentration

Abstract Pomegranate juice was concentrated by conventional heating at different temperatures (45, 50, 55, 60, and 65°C), and the effect of temperature on evaporation rate and on thermal degradation of total phenolics was investigated. Concentration kinetics modeling was developed based on thin-layer drying models. The logarithmic model was found to give better predictions than the others. The temperature dependence of the model constants was expressed by polynomial relationships. In addition, a first-order decay model, with an Arrhenius and a polynomial dependency on temperature and water content, respectively, was used to describe the joint influence of temperature and moisture content on the thermal degradation of total phenolics in a concentration process of pomegranate juice.
Early life Exposure to Triclosan Impacted Thyroid Follicular Structure and Decreased Thyroid Hormone Levels in Zebrafish

Background: Triclosan (TCS) is an antimicrobial chemical widely used in personal care products. Most of TCS is discharged into aquatic ecosystem after usage. While TCS has potential thyroid-disrupting effect, it is unknown whether early exposure to TCS affects thyroid grand and thyroid hormone levels. We used zebrafish model to examine this topic.Methods: The fertilized zebrafish eggs were exposed to TCS. We inspected hatching and mortality of larvae. The total triiodothyronine (TT3), total thyroxine (TT4), free triiodothyronine (FT3), and free thyroxine (FT4) levels were measured at 7, 14 and 120 days post fertilization (dpf). Thyroid histopathological analysis was conducted at 120 dpf of zebrafish.Results: The hatching rate of embryos decreased from 95.8% in control group to 18.3% in TCS highest exposure in 3 days. In 900 ng/mL TCS exposure all larvae died within one day. With increasing concentration of TCS exposure, TT3 and FT3 level decreased after 14 days. FT4 decreased, and the height and nuclear area of thyroid follicular cell increased with TCS exposure after 120 days.Conclusions: High TCS exposure decreased the hatching rate of zebrafish embryos, and also decreased thyroid hormone levels owing to structural change of thyroid follicles. Our study raised the concern that TCS exposure in early life may profoundly affect neurodevelopment.
Response to and perception of nurses during the COVID-19: a qualitative assessment

BackgroundThe COVID-19 outbreak was declared pandemic by the WHO on 11 March 2020. For that reason, we gathered insight from frontline healthcare professionals (nurses) regarding their perceptions, awareness, and familiarity of COVID-19. MethodsBeing a novel outbreak, we opted for a qualitative research design. With the help of a self-constructed and validated interview guide, face-to-face interviews were conducted with nurses to gain an in-depth knowledge. All interviews were audio-taped, transcribed verbatim, and were then analyzed for thematic contents by the standard content analysis framework. ResultsThe saturation was reached at the 12th interview. Two more interviews were carried out to ensure the saturation achieved at the 12th interview. Thematic content analysis yielded four major themes. (1) Perceived knowledge, awareness, and severity of COVID-19, (2) perceived personal capability of handling and managing the COVID-19, (3) perceived organizational capability of handling and managing the COVID-19, and (4) barriers in handling and managing the COVID-19. ConclusionFindings of our study and reservations of our nurses’ highlight areas of concern and scheme of improvement in the effective management of the COVID-19. The respondents are faced with substantial difficulties and barriers in providing healthcare services to patients. We believe that the current study can help in planning policies and generating guidelines that can meet the healthcare needs of the society while managing the COVID-19 as well as for future pandemic outbreaks of the same nature.
Indications and complications of thyroidectomy in Al-Ramadi teaching hospital

Thyroidectomy is one of the common operations performed worldwide. It is a main option of treatment for different benign and malignant thyroid problems. Despite improvements in procedures have decreased mortality and even and morbidity rates to a minimum; however, postoperative complications remain a major concern among surgeons. We aimed to evaluate the indications and complications of thyroidectomy. A Prospective study was conducted at Al-Ramadi Teaching Hospital/Ramadi city/Iraq during the period from January 2009 to January 2010. There were 130 patients underwent thyroidectomy. A demographic and clinical data for each patient was recorded to assess indications and complications of different types of thyroidectomies. The majority of the patients were females (93{df6391716bcab23f197eab8ba5a452daee5812a1941604c42f67c7803ea6be47}). The most age group affected was 21-30 years (41.54{df6391716bcab23f197eab8ba5a452daee5812a1941604c42f67c7803ea6be47}). Pressure symptoms were accounting for 61.54{df6391716bcab23f197eab8ba5a452daee5812a1941604c42f67c7803ea6be47} of the indications. Thyroid enlargement in euthyroid states (80{df6391716bcab23f197eab8ba5a452daee5812a1941604c42f67c7803ea6be47}) was the common presenting state. Subtotal thyroidectomy (58.46{df6391716bcab23f197eab8ba5a452daee5812a1941604c42f67c7803ea6be47}) was the commonest procedure. Out of 130 patients, 36 patients (27.69{df6391716bcab23f197eab8ba5a452daee5812a1941604c42f67c7803ea6be47}) were suffered from complications. The 2 most common complications encountered in the study were hypocalcemia (61.11{df6391716bcab23f197eab8ba5a452daee5812a1941604c42f67c7803ea6be47}) and recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy (5.38{df6391716bcab23f197eab8ba5a452daee5812a1941604c42f67c7803ea6be47}). In conclusion, subtotal thyroidectomy is a common procedure in our hospital. Compressive complaints were the most common indication. Hypocalcemia and recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy were the 2 most postoperative complications.
The Participation Of Private Healthcare Facilities In Pharmacovigilance Activities: A Case Study In Tanzania Mainland

Background: Poor quality products, adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and medication errors (ME) are reported to negatively influence health care cost, patients’ treatment outcomes and quality of life. One way which can help in detection and prevention of their occurrence is through spontaneous reporting of these effects/events to the regulatory bodies. Despite the efforts done by regulatory bodies in different countries including Tanzania, the rate of reporting has remained low. This study therefore, assessed the participation of private healthcare facilities in pharmacovigilance (PV) activities in Tanzania Mainland. Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study was conducted in selected regions in Tanzania from December 2017 to June 2018. A total of 169 healthcare facilities and 192 healthcare professionals were involved. Data was collected using questionnaires and standard checklist. Results: Only (17%) of the respondents had good knowledge on PV activities and only (29.7%) of the participants had attended training on PV. Over 50% of respondents were not aware that PV activities reports are to be sent to a National pharmacovigilance center. Majority (89.7%) of the healthcare facilities assessed had no system for monitoring and reporting PV activities. About (55.7%) of the respondents said that they had observed ADRs in patients while (27.6%) had detected poor quality products and (51.1%) spotted medication errors in their practice, but none of them sent a report to the National pharmacovigilance center. Lack of PV tools (60.9%), poor knowledge on reporting procedures (69.8%) and lack of feedback and weak supervision from Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA (93.3%) and (9.4%), respectively were the major obstacles for carrying out PV activities. Of the 47 respondents whereas, their healthcare facilities had systems for monitoring and reporting PV activities had a view that attending more training (74.5%), increase availability of PV tools (10.6%), frequent supervision from TMDA (12.8%), and inclusion of PV training in undergraduate and postgraduate training curricula (2.1%) may improve involvement in pharmacovigilance activities Conclusions: Majority of private healthcare facilities participated poorly in PV activities, because of lack of pharmacovigilance training, knowledge on reporting and unavailability of systems and tools for monitoring and reporting on pharmacovigilance activities.
Biosorption of cadmium and chromium from water by endophytic Kocuria rhizophila: equilibrium and kinetic studies

AbstractHeavy metal removal from water is an important issue of environmental concern. This study demonstrates the application of endophytic bacterium Kocuria rhizophila (gene bank No: KF875448) isolated from hyperaccumulator Oxalis corniculata for the adsorption of Cd(II) and Cr(III) from aqueous solution. Minimum inhibitory concentration of Cd and Cr for the selected strain was found to be 6 and 8 mM, respectively. The effects of certain parameters like pH, contact time, and initial metal concentration on biosorption were assessed at a temperature of 35 ± 2°C. The optimum pH values for Cd and Cr biosorption were found to be 8 and 4, respectively. Maximum biosorption for both the metals was obtained after 60 min. Biosorption equilibrium was described by Langmuir and Freundlich isotherms. The Langmuir model showed maximum adsorption capacity (Qmax) for Cd and Cr as 9.07 and 14.4 mg g−1, respectively. Kinetic data indicated that biosorption of the selected heavy metals on K. rhizophila follows pseudo-secon.
Factors affecting English learning motivation of the economics students at Ho Chi Minh City Open University

Nowadays, foreign languages have become indispensable global integration of all nations, in general and of Vietnam, in particular. Foreign language is compulsory for Vietnamese university students and meets employers’ requirements. This study aims to determine the factors which affect English Foreign Language (EFL) Learning and make recommendations for learning motivation improvement. This study was conducted to survey 434 students who are pursuing mainstream programs in the field of Business Administration, Economics, and Financial - Banking at Ho Chi Minh City Open University (HCMCOU). The findings of the study show the factors related to instructors, student learning motives and training programs positively affect student motivation for learning English.
Influence of Governance on the Relationship Between Foreign Banks’ Penetration and Banking Stability

foreign banks’ penetration. Contribution/Originality: This study contributes to the existing literature as the first study that examines the moderating role of governance on the impact of foreign banks’ penetration the quality of governance by a large number of enterprise, and expert survey respondents in industrial and developing The governance shows capacity This study employs the two indexes, namely of ( ) and control of Rule of captures the in and abide by the rules while control of of exercising public power for private gain.