Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Comparison of prophylactic versus preemptive treatments in the management of cytomegalovirus infection in renal transplant recipients

To prevent acute or chronic rejection in renal transplant recipients, immunosuppressive treatments are applied. However, immunosuppressive treatments increase the risk of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection. The aim of this study was to evaluate the differences in efficacy and cost of prophylactic and preemptive treatment strategies applied in respect of CMV infection to renal transplant recipients. Methods. Patients who underwent renal transplantation in our center between 2010 and 2015, were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were allocated in two groups as those who received prophylaxis or preemptive treatment. A record was made of the kidney function tests (KFT), CMV PCR copy numbers, the presence of CMV infection, antiviral treatments received, and the costs were calculated of the tests and treatments. The groups were compared in respect of CMV infection and costs. Results. A total of 71 patients with a median age of 38 years (range, 19-74 years) were included in the study. The prophylaxis group included 43 patients and the preemptive group included 28 patients. CMV infection was detected in 7 (16.3%) of the prophylaxis group and 2 (7.1%) patients of the preemptive group (p=0.467). The cost per month of the tests and treatment was lower in the preemptive group than in the prophylaxis group (p<0.001). Conclusion. No significant difference was determined between the prophylactic and preemptive treatment protocols in respect of the CMV infection in the intermediate-risk group renal transplantation recipients. Preemptive treatment was seen to be a more costeffective method than prophylactic treatment in Turkey.
Analysis Determinants of Consumer Purchase Interest to Imported Fashion Products on The Instagram Platform

In this era of social media, it takes more effort to win consumer interest in order to buy a product being sold, purchasing decisions are the goal of achieving sales. Therefore, we need a strategy so that companies get consumer appeal so that consumers make buying decisions. The purpose of this study is to analyze the factors that influence the buying decision of imported clothes on social media, especially on Instagram. This study uses primary data through a questionnaire. The sampling technique used non probability sampling with accidental sampling method. The samples obtained were 50 samples. This study uses multiple regression analysis methods using SPSS statistical tools. The empirical results show that partially the product variables and price variables do not affect the buying decision on imported clothing, then the promotion variable has a significant effect on consumer attractiveness to imported clothing. In addition, simultaneously all the independent variables together have a significant positive effect on the decision to buy imported clothes on Instagram. ISSN: 2723-1097
The Perceived Maternal Parenting Self-Efficay (PMP S-E) Tool: the adaptation study in the context of attachment styles and mood in the first-time mothers

How to cite this article: Kahya Y, Uluc S. The Perceived Maternal Parenting Self-Efficay (PMP S-E) Tool: the adaptation study in the context of attachment styles and mood in the first-time mothers. Dusunen Adam The Journal of Psychiatry and Neurological Sciences 2021;34:50-63. The Perceived Maternal Parenting Self-Efficay (PMP S-E) Tool: the adaptation study in the context of attachment styles and mood in the first-time mothers
Postpartum lactation counseling and exclusive breastfeeding: analysis of the 2017 Indonesian Demographic and Health Survey

Submitted December 18, 2020. Accepted January 26, 2021. Abstract Background The percentage of exclusive breastfeeding in Indonesia on 2018 dropped from 39.8% in infants aged 0 months to 15.3% in infants aged 5 months. According to the 2018 Indonesian Basic Health Research Survey (Riskesdas), an average of 37.3% of infants were exclusively breastfed until the age of 6 months. This rate is far from the target of 80% by Ministry of Health of Indonesia. Objective To assess for an association between postpartum counseling and the practice of exclusive breastfeeding in Indonesia. Methods This retrospective cohort study used data from the 2017 Indonesian Demographic and Health Survey (IDHS). The sample comprised 258 infants aged 6 months. Postpartum counseling and other variables were analyzed for possible associations with exclusive breastfeeding by Chisquare test; risk ratios (RR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated. Logistic regression test was used to analyze for adjusted odds ratios. Results In 6 months period, the percentage of subjects who received postpartum counseling was 59.7% and who exclusively breastfed was 18.8%. There was no significant association between postpartum lactation counseling and exclusive breastfeeding. However, there were significant associations between exclusive breastfeeding and not using currently as well as maternal residence in rural areas. Conclusion Postpartum counseling on breastfeeding lacks a significant association with exclusive breastfeeding practice at 6 months of age. Therefore, the Ministry of Health should reevaluate the implementation of its counseling services. [Paediatr Indones. 2021;61:25-33 ; DOI: 10.14238/pi61.1. 2021.25-33 ].
Evaluation of several novel diamide based ligands for selective extraction of tetravalent plutonium

Abstract The present paper describes the selective extraction of tetravalent plutonium employing several diamide ligands containing aromatic spacer groups. The ligands containing two amide functional groups attached to a 2,4,6-tri-phenyl pyridine moiety with different substituents viz.; LI (iso-butyl), LII(n-butyl), LIII(n-octyl), LIV (2-ethylhexyl) at the amidic nitrogen atom were evaluated for the extraction of Pu(IV) using their nitrobenzene solutions. The distribution ratio values of Pu(IV) with the diamide ligands followed the order: LII>LI>LIII>LIV and were significantly higher than those of metal ions such as Cs(I), Sr(II), Am(III) and Eu(III). The distribution ratio values of U(VI) were about 2–3 orders magnitude lower than those of Pu(IV). The extraction and stripping kinetics were found to be moderately fast and it took less than 30 min (less than 5 min for LI and LIV) to obtain equilibrium D values. The extraction was found to be increasing with the aqueous phase nitric acid concentration conforming to a solvation mechanism of extraction. The extracted species contained two ligand molecules for LI and LII while monosolvates were observed for the other two extractants. The ligands showed good radiation stability up to an absorbed dose of 630 kGy.
Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Self Medication among Medical Students of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran

Introduction: Self-medication is a double-edged sword the proper application of which is appreciated by the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines since it can reduce the unnecessary pressure on the health care system. However, self-medication can lead to severe consequences if utilized inappropriately. Furthermore, self-medication practice is an important social health issue in medical students as educated people and would-be physicians. This study aimed to determine the knowledge, attitude, and practice of self-medication in medical students of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional questionnaire-based study included 296 medical students at distinct levels of education. The data were analyzed in SPSS software (version 26). Results: Based on the findings, more than 80% of the students were aware of the complications, drug interactions, and importance of accurate use; however, only 9.1% and 27% of the participants were aware of the side-effects of herbal medicine and dietary supplements, respectively. Out of the total 296 participants, 83.5% of the cases declared that they did care about the side effects of medicines, and 81.3% of the students believed that a medical degree was essential for medicine prescription. In a confrontation with minor ailments, 21.9% of the cases practiced self-medication, and the majority (57.4%) of the used medicines were painkillers. The main reasons for self-medication was the underestimation of the disease (57.8%). Moreover, positive attitudes toward the safety of self-medication (P=0.04) and knowledge about medicine (p <0.001) were the major reasons for the self-medication practice in senior students, compared to juniors. However, no significant difference was found between seniors and juniors in terms of self-medication practice (P=0.85). Conclusion: Regarding the adverse effects of self-medication, drug dependency, microbial resistance, and high prevalence of self-medication among participants, it is suggested to provide educational programs on the adverse effects of self-medication. In addition, appropriate measures should be taken to control and prevent an easy access to medications.
Structural evolution of palladium nanoparticles and their electrocatalytic activity toward ethanol oxidation in alkaline solution

A series of palladium nanoparticles with sizes ranging from 3 to 10 nm were synthesized with ethylene glycol as the solvent and reducing agent. Based on X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy characterization, the as-prepared palladium nanoparticles were well-crystalline and uniformly dispersed. Electrochemical measurements showed that the smallest (∼3 nm) palladium nanoparticles exhibited the highest current density and the best cycling stability and durability among the four kinds of palladium nanoparticles for the electrocatalytic oxidation of ethanol. In addition, small palladium nanoparticles were spherical while large nanoparticles with a certain decline in electrocatalytic activity showed distinct shape. The formation and shape evolution of the palladium nanoparticles as well as their structure–property relationship have been studied and analyzed based on the experimental data.
PLASMON MODES IN A MULTILAYER STRUCTURE WITH 3-BILAYER GRAPHENE SHEETS

Recent research demonstrates that graphene has unique properties and applications in many technological fields. This paper presents results calculated within random phase approximation at zero temperature for collective excitations, an important characteristic of materials, in a three-layer structure consisting of three bilayer graphene sheets in an inhomogeneous background dielectric. Numerical calculations show that one optical and two acoustic branches exist in the system. The optical branch becomes overdamped quickly while the two acoustic branches continue and disappear at single-particle excitation boundaries. The increase in carrier density in the layers significantly decreases the frequencies of plasmon modes. The inhomogeneity of the background dielectric decreases the frequency of the higher branches but increases that of the lower branch. The effects of interlayer separation on plasmon modes are similar to those in homogeneous systems. Our results may provide more information and contribute to improving the theory of graphene.
Detection and mitigation of botnet based DDoS attacks using catboost machine learning algorithm in SDN environment

Software-defined networking (SDN) is an emerging new technology in the field of networks that facilitates comprehensive network programmability, which makes them prone to network attacks. One of the primitive yet highly effective network attacks is the Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS). DDoS attacks are launched from the compromised hosts called botnets acquired by the attacker host called the botmaster, all being connected to switches present in the same environment. Despite the large number of traditional mitigation solutions that exist today, DDoS attacks continue to grow severely. Numerous solutions have been proposed to counter these attacks and prevent service disruptions which have cost many companies a fortune. An extensive literature survey of existing solutions to these security challenges in an SDN environment, that employed machine learning techniques like XGBoost, Support Vector Machine (SVM), etc., has addressed the detection of DDoS attacks. But still showed the scope of improvement in detection speeds which could significantly reduce the service unavailability time from a server i.e., the victim of the DDoS attack. Thus, this paper addresses these requirements to build an optimal, reliable, and quick DDoS detection and mitigation application. This application leverages the controller's functionalities, continuously monitors the network traffic at a particular host interface (potential victim) to detect abnormal traffic. When the traffic is identified as a potential DDoS attack, its mitigation is initiated. The DDoS attack traffic is mitigated by deploying flow rules onto the switches such that it blocks the attack traffic from entering the network. The application uses CatBoost classifier, the boosting algorithm which has very less prediction time and is comparatively 8× faster than XGBoost, because of its symmetric tree structure. It is tested to be proven reliable and efficient in detecting botnet-based DDoS attacks on the SDN environment with an accuracy of 98% and far less training time. Thus, proving that the proposed solution employing the state-of-the-art machine learning model can be more effective in quickly detecting and mitigating a DDoS attack.
HISTOPATHOLOGICAL SPECTRUM OF SKIN ADNEXAL NEOPLASMS AT MAYO HOSPITAL, LAHORE

Objective: To find out the frequency of benign and malignant skin adnexal neoplasms. Methods: It is a descriptive study in which we studied all cases of skin adnexal tumors that are registered in Mayo hospital over the period of six months. Tumors were evaluated according to the type and site, age, and gender of the patient. The tumors are classified by WHO classification. Data collected was analyzed using SPSS Version 21 for statistical analysis. Results: 45 skin adnexal tumors were studied in which, 40 (88.9%) were benign and 5 (11.1%) were malignant. Conclusion: Skin adnexal tumors are comparatively uncommon lesions. Benign neoplasms are more frequent than malignant.
Driver Perception Using A Camera-Based Digital Side Mirror: An On-Road Study

Camera-based digital mirrors purport to offer a range of benefits yet may influence drivers’ ability to quickly and accurately extract salient information pertaining to driving. In an on-road study, fifteen experienced drivers (seated in the front, left, passenger seat) undertook an orientationdiscrimination task requiring the extraction of real-world information using either a digital mirror (placed internally) or a conventional, external, reflective mirror. Participants were asked to complete each task as quickly and accurately as possible, and then return their attention to the driving scene, as if they were driving. Although there was no difference in performance accuracy or reported workload between conditions, participants responded sooner when using the digital mirror – suspected to be due to the wider field-of-view intrinsic to its design, although participants also reported feeling “rushed” when using the digital mirror. The majority of participants (9 out of 15) indicated a preference for the conventional mirror, raising numerous concerns associated with the digital mirror, relating to image quality, field-of-view, focal depth (particularly for wearers of varifocal or reading glasses), and potential deleterious effects of ambient weather conditions, demonstrating important human factors issues still requiring attention in this context.
Participatory Banks in Turkey: Issues and Proposed Strategy Based on SWOT Analysis

Turkey has a long history in Islamic civilization. However, there is still lack of research to examine participatory banks in Turkey. This is despite the fact that the legacy of strong Islamic law, the majority Muslim population, and the strategic location of the country have failed to serve as catalyst to boost market share of participation banks in the country. This study is aimed at developing priority ranking of SWOT factors and strategies on the participatory bank development in Turkey. Data are collected from experts and practitioners of Participation (Islamic) bank in Turkey. Analytic Network Process (ANP) is used as the methods of analysis. The finding shows that the aspects of participatory banks in Turkey are derived from strengths, opportunities, weakness and threats factors. Sharia board is the main strength of this study, while inadequate competitive product is the main weakness. In the future, government support stands as the first priority from opportunity aspect. Islamic bank in Turkey also needs to aware on the absence of separate law as the main priority of threats aspect. Another finding shows that separated law and regulation is the main strategies of the study. Concomitantly, the study suggests separate law and regulation as the main strategy to enhance banks participation in Turkey. This study could serve as reference point for the regulator in formulating appropriate policy strategies to increase market share of participatory banks in Turkey.
Effect of some antimicrobial agents on isolated bacteria from patients with urinary tract infection in Kurdistan Region

Background and objective: Urinary tract infection (UTI) defines as a condition in which the urinary tract is infected with a pathogen causing inflammation. UTI affects all age groups, but women are more susceptible than men, it is the second most common form of infection. This study was designed to isolation and identification of common uropathogenic bacteria and determining the sensitivity of infectious urinary isolated strains to different antimicrobial agents. Methods: This study included 350 patients (125 males and 225 females) with sign and symptoms of UTI, who were referred to the Teaching Hospital in Erbil and Sulaimania cit-ies, from March till May 2007. Also, 25 healthy individuals were included in the study as a control group. Api tests and several biochemical tests were used for identification different isolated bacteria from UT. Results: The bacterial cultivations revealed positive results for 119 (34%) urine speci-mens, 56 (47.05 %) in males and 63 (52.94 %) in females compared to control group (0%). The highest percentage of infection was observed in females in age group (20-39) years (44.44%). The highest rate of uropathogenic isolates was E. coli 53 (41.08%) fol-lowed by S. aureus, Proteus sp. , Klebsiella sp. , Enterobacter sp. , and Pseudomonas sp. 23(17.82%), 23(17.82%), 11(8.52), 10(7.75) and 9(6.97) respectively. The uropathogenic bacterial isolates showed different susceptibility to antimicrobial agents, ciprofloxacine was the most efficient to inhibit UTI. Conclusion: Incidence of UTIs in females is more than in males with a higher rate in the 20-39 years age group. E. coli was the commonest pathogenic bacteria isolated from uri-nary tract.
Prevalence and molecular investigation of caseous lymphadenitis among the slaughtered sheep at Duhok Abattoirs; experimental infection with Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis in rabbits

Article history: Received March 7, 2020 Accepted April 28, 2020 Available online February 15, 2021 Caseous lymphadenitis is a chronic infection caused by Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis that affects the lymphatic system, resulting in abscesses in the lymph nodes and internal organs. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence rate of caseous lymphadenitis among slaughtered sheep in Duhok abattoirs, Duhok, Iraq and to investigate to what extend rabbits can develop caseous lymphadenitis just like that in sheep. A total of 1052 carcasses of sheep were randomly selected (939 males and 113 females) and carefully inspected for detection any suspected caseous lymph adenitis. The isolated Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis from lymph nodes of sheep carcasses were identified by PCR before used in in vivo infection in rabbits. Data revealed that the prevalence rate of caseous lymphadenitis was at 1.9% among the slaughtered sheep and the prevalence rates were higher in females and older ages than that of males and younger ages, respectively. Experimentally infected rabbits developed various clinical signs were ranging from in inappetence to sudden death, mainly during first week of infection. Histopathologically, the infected rabbits developed caseous lymphadenitis and pyogranuloma after a time point of 10 days post-infection. Liver, spleen and lymph nodes of infected rabbits showed caseonecrotic foci with multiple micro-granulomas with presence of thick pyogenic membrane infiltrated with leukocytic cells; these findings are strictly resemblance to that reported in sheep. The obtained preliminary data of using rabbits as an animal model is promising which will enhance a better understanding the pathogenesis of caseous lymphadenitis in animals.
Impact of Economic Policy Uncertainty on Renewable Energy Growth

This study examines the effect of economic policy uncertainty (EPU) on renewable energy (RE) growth for 20 countries using data for the 2000 to 2018 period. Our findings indicate that EPU has an insignificant negative effect on RE growth. The results from the causality analysis indicate no evidence of causality between EPU and RE growth.
Toxicity of Jatropha and Neem Oil Combination on Pink Hibiscus Mealybug

Maconellicoccus hirsutus (pink hibiscus mealybug) is a polyphagous pest species reported in about 350 species of host plants worldwide. The chemical control method is still the most used for the control of agricultural pests. In view of this, we aim to evaluate the potential of the concentration of oils extracted from the species Azadirachta indica (Neem) and Jatropha curcas (Jatropha) on M. hirsutus, aiming at a management alternative for the pest. The experiments were carried out in airconditioned chambers at a temperature of 25 ± 1oC, relative humidity of 70 ± 10% and a photophase of 12h. The concentration 3% (v v -1 ) (defined in preliminary dilution tests) was used in the tests, with 11 interaction ratios between the oils. Mortality was assessed daily up to 72 hours after spraying. The application was carried out in two ways: indirect on the food and walking Original Research Article Holtz et al.; JEAI, 43(1): 97-103, 2021; Article no.JEAI. 66925 98 surface; and direct about insects. The indirect application caused higher levels of mortality in relation to the direct application. However, there was no significant difference between the concentrations for the indirect application. In the form of direct application, the combination of 60:40% neem oil and jatropha oil was the treatment that provided the highest mortality of the M. hirsutus (86.21%). The combinations between neem and jatropha oils demonstrated the potential to control M. hirsutus in both routes of application, being an alternative for the management of this pest.