Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Is antiretroviral medication adherence associated with self-compassion and HIV-related stigma among people living with HIV in Shanghai, China?

6 BACKGROUND.8 Statement of the problem.16 Justification of study.16 Research question.17 Hypothesis.17 General objectives.17 Specific objectives.17 METHODOLOGY.19 Participants and settings.19 Instrument.19 Measures.20 Data analysis.24 Ethical considerations.25 RESULT S.26 Participants’ characteristics.26
Implementing differentiated instruction: a mixed-methods exploration of teacher beliefs and practices

ABSTRACT Differentiated Instruction (DI) continues to be a framework adopted within K-12 settings as it supports planning for the needs of diverse groups of students. However the research base exploring the implementation of DI is limited. The current study explores the relationships between individual and contextual variables on teachers’ use of DI practices drawing upon data from a survey (N = 4875) and focus groups (N = 46). Results indicate that beliefs, self-efficacy and organisational support were significantly related to teachers’ DI practice. Teachers described varied understandings, misconceptions and beliefs about DI. Research and practice implications are discussed.
Relationship Of Physical Activity, Diet, And Age Menarche With Age Menopause At Elderly Posyandu Working Area Puskesmas Pekauman Banjarmasin

Objective: To know the relationship of physical activity, diet and menarche age with age of menopause at Posyandu elderly working area Puskesmas Pekauman Banjarmasin. Methods: The research used quantitative analytic with cross sectional approach. The population is women aged 45-59 years in Posyandu elderly working area Puskesmas Pekauman. Samples were post-menopausal women aged 45-59 at Posyandu elderly working area Pekauman Community Health Center April 2017 amounted to 47 people, taken by accidental sampling technique. Data were analyzed using Chi-Square test with 95% confidence level. Results: 51% of respondents of normal menopausal age, 61.70% of respondents of normal menarche age, 78.70% of respondents not eating well, 53.20% of respondents of moderate physical activity. There was a relationship between menarche age and age of menopause (p = 0.012 <α 0.05). There was a relationship between physical activity and age of menopause (p = 0.029 <α 0.05). There was no association between diet and age of menopause (p = 0,524> α 0.05). Conclusion: Age of menarche and physical activity associated with age of menopause. Women are expected to prepare themselves ahead of menopause by doing enough physical activity.
DNA damage induced during mitosis undergoes DNA repair synthesis

Understanding the mitotic DNA damage response (DDR) is critical to our comprehension of cancer, premature aging and developmental disorders which are marked by DNA repair deficiencies. In this study we use a micro-focused-laser to induce DNA damage in selected mitotic chromosomes to study the subsequent repair response. Our findings demonstrate that (1) mitotic cells are capable of DNA repair as evidenced by DNA synthesis at damage sites, (2) Repair is attenuated when DNA-PKcs and ATM are simultaneously compromised, (3) Laser damage may permit the observation of previously undetected DDR proteins when damage is elicited by other methods in mitosis, and (4) Twenty five percent of mitotic DNA-damaged cells undergo a subsequent mitosis. Together these findings suggest that mitotic DDR is more complex than previously thought and may involve factors from multiple repair pathways that are better understood in interphase.
Comparison of Detection Error in Depth-Profiling Between Selective-Passivation and Incremental Compensation for Electrical Impedance Spectroscopy on a Needle

ENN (electrical impedance spectroscopy on-a-needle with non-passivation) can be used to discriminate bio-tissues based on depth-profiling. Since the ENN electrodes are comprised of a detection and connection parts, electrical impedance on the connection part tends to cause a distortion in the sensor output depending on the penetration depth. This distortion leads to an inaccurate evaluation of the electrical properties (conductivity and permittivity). In order to attenuate the distortion, two methods were proposed in previous studies as follows: ENS (electrical impedance spectroscopy on-a-needle with selective-passivation on the connection part) and ENNI (ENN with incremental compensation method). In this study, we compared the detection error between the two proposed methods in terms of the depth-profiling for three-layered porcine tissues. To evaluate the detection error of the aforementioned methods, the electrical properties obtained by the two methods were compared against reference values obtained directly from the side of the tissues penetrating only detection part. In the case of ENS, the detection errors of conductivity and permittivity were 3.86 % and 3.25 %, respectively, while for ENNI, the detection errors were 10.50% and 4.57 %, respectively. Thus, despite involving a complicated fabrication process, ENS is expected to more useful than ENNI for the characterization of bio-tissues.
A review of the genus Coccoglypta Pilsbry, 1895 (Gastropoda: Pulmonata: Camaenidae)

So far, the genus CoccoglyptaPilsbry, 1895 consisted of two species and two subspecies as follows: C. pinchoniana (Heude, 1886) type species of the genus, C. scrobiculata scrobiculata (Gredler, 1885) and C. scrobiculata hupeiana (Gredler, 1887). We examined shells and genitalia, and performed molecular analyses of Coccoglypta specimens from Sichuan Province, which have revealed the existence of a yet undescribed species (Coccoglypta liui Pall-Gergely, n. sp.). Based on conchological information, Coccoglypta scrobiculata does not belong to the Camaenidae Pilsbry, 1895s.l. , but to the Ariophantidae Godwin-Austen, 1883. Since the systematics of Ariophantidae is not fully resolved yet, it is difficult to place this species in an appropriate genus. The conchologically most similar species is Hemiplecta laotica (Mollendorff, 1899), therefore Coccoglypta scrobiculata is transferred to the genus Hemiplecta Albers, 1850. Eulota arbusticola chrysomphalaMollendorff, 1899 is elevated to species level, and treated as “Bradybaena” chrysomphala (Mollendorff, 1899), because its shell differs considerably from that of Bradybaena arbusticola (Deshayes, 1870). Bradybaena arbusticola, Satsuma leprosula (Heude, 1885) and Helix billianaHeude, 1882 are assigned to Coccoglypta based on their mamillated sculpture.
Unsupervised changes in core object recognition behavior are predicted by neural plasticity in inferior temporal cortex

Temporal continuity of object identity is a feature of natural visual input, and is potentially exploited -- in an unsupervised manner -- by the ventral visual stream to build the neural representation in inferior temporal (IT) cortex and IT-dependent core object recognition behavior. Here we investigated whether plasticity of individual IT neurons underlies human behavioral changes induced with unsupervised visual experience by building a single-neuron plasticity model combined with a previously established IT population-to-recognition-behavior linking model to predict human learning effects. We found that our model quite accurately predicted the mean direction, magnitude and time course of human performance changes. We also found a previously unreported dependency of the observed human performance change on the initial task difficulty. This result adds support to the hypothesis that tolerant core object recognition in human and non-human primates is instructed -- at least in part -- by naturally occurring unsupervised temporal contiguity experience.
Effect of Cognitive Engagement on the Development of Brand Love in a Hotel Context

With growing number of hotel brands in the market, the lodging industry is facing intense competition more than ever, and managers are realizing the importance of developing strong customer–brand relationship. As a result, the concept of brand love is gaining increased attention in hospitality literature and academics are examining various antecedents of this concept. However, among prior studies’ exploration of its antecedents, the relationship between engagement process and brand love has been relatively neglected. Hence, the present study explores the relationship among customer–brand engagement, cognitive brand loyalty, and brand love. Specifically, this study focuses on the role of cognitive engagement on the development of brand love, as the advent of online environment and social networking service has significantly changed customer’s pre- and post-purchase decision-making process. The conceptual model illustrates that cognitive engagement, which is operationalized as a second-order construct of attention and absorption, has a significant positive effect on brand love directly and indirectly via the mediation of cognitive brand loyalty. Consequently, the findings indicate that “how” customers process brand information (cognitive engagement) is equally important as “what” they process (content, e.g., quality) to evoke cognitive brand loyalty and ultimately brand love among hotel guests.
Hemostasis in Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH)

Background: Pregnancy is a hypercoagulable state as the parturient is physiologically prepared against haemorrhage. Plasma fibrinogen level increases and platelet count decreases. Pregnancy induced Hypertension (PIH) is a syndrome complex of hypertension, oedema and proteinuria. In PIH, the physiological changes that occur in normal pregnancy are further aggravated and the woman is prone to develop Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) which is a chief pathogenic factor in PIH. Objective: 1.To estimate platelet count and serum fibrinogen in normal pregnant women and women with PIH.2. To do bleeding time and clotting time in normal pregnant women & women with PIH& compare both. Material & methods: Two groups of pregnant women were involved. The first group (control) comprises normal pregnant women. The study group consists of pregnant women with PIH. Platelet count was done by direct method. Serum Fibrinogen was estimated by Rapid Turbidimetric method. Bleeding time was measured by Duke Method & Clotting time was measured by Wrights capillary tube method. Statistical analysis was done using appropriate student t test & SD. Results: In PIH group, platelet count is moderately reduced (Mean 1.72, P=< 0.05) and bleeding time is prolonged (mean 117.45, P0.001), Serum fibrinogen level is reduced (mean 237.14, P 0.001) and clotting time is prolonged(mean 16.9,P 0.001). Conclusion: Pregnant women with PIH are more prone to develop coagulation abnormalities which may result in bleeding tendency. Hence, serial estimations of platelet count & bleeding time can be used to assess primary hemostatic function. Plasma fibrinogen level &clotting time measurement may be used to assess secondary hemostatic function.
Design partnerships for participatory librarianship: A conceptual model for understanding librarians co designing With digital youth

Libraries play a central role for youth and digital learning. As libraries transition to learning spaces, youth librarians can engage in aspects of democratic design that empowers youth. Participatory design (PD) is a user‐centered design method that can support librarians in the democratic development of digital learning spaces. However, while PD has been used in libraries, we have little knowledge of how youth librarians can act as codesign partners. We need a conceptual model to understand the role of youth librarians in codesign, and how their experiences are integrated into youth design partnerships. To generate this model, we examine a case study of the evolutionary process of a single librarian and the development of a library system's learning activities through PD. Using the idea of equal design partnerships, we analyzed video recordings and stakeholder interviews on how children (ages 7–11) worked together with a librarian to develop new digital learning activities. Our discussion focuses on the development of a participatory librarian design conceptual model that situates librarians as design partners with youth. The article concludes with recommendations for integrating PD methods into libraries to create digital learning spaces and suggestions for moving forward with this design perspective.
Lessons from the Real World: Financial Incentives to Improve Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

Objectives: While the value of glycemic control to minimize adverse health outcomes among patients with diabetes is clear, achieving hemoglobin A1c (A1c) goals remain a challenge. We evaluated the use of financial incentives to increase enrollment and improve glycemic control among patients invited to participate in a monthly diabetes group appointment (DGA) as part of their enrollment in DaVita HealthCare Partners, a large southern California managed care organization. Methods: Adult diabetes patients (≥18 years) with a currently uncontrolled hemoglobin A1c level (>8.0% if <65 y 9.0% if ≥ 65 years) were randomized to 1) no DGA, 2) DGA with no financial incentives (non-incentive DGA) or 3) DGA with financial incentives (incentive DGA). Results: Nine sites among four regions of the greater Los Angeles area participated. Each site offered one non-incentive DGA and one incentive DGA. Over 1500 patients were identified for recruitment and at the peak of enrollment, 299 patients were enrolled in 18 DGAs. On average, hemoglobin A1c values dropped more for patients participating in the incentive DGA (9.9% to 8.7%, -1.2%) versus non-incentive DGA (9.7% to 9.0%, -0.7%) versus no DGA group (9.1% to 8.7%, -0.4%). Several unexpected implementation challenges arose which complicated evaluation but provide important learning lessons. Conclusions: Management of chronic diseases like diabetes is challenging for patients and the primary care system alike. Continuing to implement and evaluate programs under “real-world” conditions can provide further insight into how best to support patients with diabetes and their primary care teams in order to achieve glycemic control and avoid preventable complications.
Enhanced dissipative sensing in a microresonator with multimode input (theory)

Optical microresonators, in particular whispering-gallery microresonators, have proven to be especially useful as chemical sensors. In most applications, the sensing modality has been dispersive; an example is the frequency shift of resonator modes in response to a change in the ambient index of refraction. However, it has been shown that the response to dissipative interaction can be even more sensitive than the dispersive response. Dissipative sensing is most often carried out via a change in the mode linewidth owing to absorption in the analyte, but it has been demonstrated that the change in the throughput dip depth of a mode can provide better sensitivity than linewidth change. Dispersive sensing can be enhanced when the input to the microresonator consists of multiple fiber or waveguide modes. Here we show that multimode input can enhance dissipative sensing by an even greater factor. Having multimode input does not affect the linewidth response, but the enhancement factor for the dip-depth response can be quite large. We demonstrate that the multimode-input response relative to single-mode-input response using the same fiber or waveguide can be enhanced by more than three orders of magnitude. Furthermore, this enhancement is independent of the mode linewidth, or quality factor Q of the mode. The enhancement factor can be predicted by making only two measurements of dip depth in the absence of analyte: one with the two input modes in phase with each other, and one with them out of phase.
Silicon dioxide nanoparticles have contrasting effects on the temporal dynamics of sulfonamide and β-lactam resistance genes in soils amended with antibiotics

Nanoparticles (NPs) and antibiotic resistant genes (ARGs), as emerging environmental contaminants, have been reported to be accumulated in the soil environment. The use of NPs have raised increasing concerns about their environmental impacts, but the combined effect of NPs and antibiotics on ARGs remains less understood. Here, we established laboratory microcosms to explore the impacts of different concentrations of SiO2 NPs on β-lactam and sulfonamide resistance genes in soils amended with β-lactam or sulfonamide. Illumina sequencing and quantitative PCR revealed that the addition of NPs increased the bacterial community diversity but had no significant effects on the bacterial abundance. Moreover, NPs and sulfonamide jointly increased the abundances of sulfonamide resistance genes, while the exposure of NPs and β-lactam decreased β-lactam resistance genes. The detected ARGs were associated closely with two mobile genetic elements (MGEs, the tnpA and intI1 genes), indicating that MGEs may contribute to the dissemination of ARGs. Correlation analysis indicated the shifts in potential bacterial hosts and the frequency of horizontal gene transfer were important factors explaining the patterns of ARGs. Furthermore, structural equation models indicated that NPs exposure decreased the abundances of β-lactam resistance genes by driving changes in bacterial community and MGEs, whereas the increased abundances of sulfonamide resistance genes were mainly associated with the bacterial community, diversity and MGEs mediated by NPs and antibiotics. These results suggested that the combined effects of NPs and antibiotics on soil bacterial resistance were different due to the types of antibiotics.
Partial replacement of nitrogen fertilization with legumes in tropical pasture overseeded with temperate species for the production of steers

Abstract Using legumes in forage mixes can help decrease the use of nitrogen fertilizers and possibly increase the nutritive value of pasture. The aim of the current study was to determine animal production and behavioural and ingestion parameters by evaluating the production and nutritive value of Aruana grass (Panicum maximum ‘Aruana’) intercropped with forage peanut (Arachis pintoi ‘Amarillo’) or fertilized with nitrogen. The treatments were N200 (200 kg N/ha per season – summer and winter), 100N + PE (100 kg N/ha per season plus pasture mixture with forage peanut) and N100 (100 kg N/ha per season). The presence of forage peanut in the pasture did not replace nitrogen fertilization as the pasture fertilized with 200 kg of nitrogen had a greater leaf/stem ratio (0.66 v. 0.54), stocking rate (2600 v. 2290 kg live weight/ha), average daily gain (0.880 v. 0.700 kg/day) and live weight gain (LWG) (652 v. 468 kg/ha) during summer. During winter, no effect of increased nitrogen fertilization on pasture and animal production was observed. In the total study period (summer + winter), a greater LWG (897 v. 741 kg/ha) occurred when a higher quantity of nitrogen (N200) was placed in the pasture compared to the insertion of forage peanuts in the system.
Adequate Exercise Improves Inflammatory, Gonadal Markers and Sexual Function in Type 2 Diabetics

Background: Sexual dysfunction is strongly associated with metabolic syndrome and its components, obesity, androgens, endothelial function, oxidative stress and inflammatory markers, which are influenced positively by physical activity. Therefore, an increase in physical activity is expected to improve the sexual function of people with diabetes. The study seeks to find the association between daily routine exercise and sexual function in diabetic men. Methods: Heterosexually active type II diabetic men were categorized based on whether they were engaged in some form of exercise or not. Sexual function and sexual quality were assessed using the GRISS-M and SQoL-M respectively, while blood samples for lipid profiling and testosterone estimation were obtained in the fasting state. Results: The levels of testosterone were significantly higher among those who were engaged in some form of exercise compared to those who were not engaged in any form of exercise. In effect, better lipid profile markers, sexual function and adiponectin levels were recorded among participants who engaged in some form of exercise over those who were not engaged in any form of exercise. Conclusion: Exercise may be an interventional approach to improving lipid profile indices and sexual quality in type II diabetic men.
Building self-efficacy for entrepreneurial careers: New resource skill

While the ability to garner resources is key to entrepreneurial pursuits, there is little research concerning potential entrepreneurs’ resource acquisition skills or how these skills might be related to psychological and cognitive factors important for successful entrepreneurial behavior. Using data collected from two survey-based independent samples of undergraduate college students from two Midwestern universities, this research tests mediational hypotheses utilizing structural equation modeling techniques with bootstrapping. The findings, consistent across the two studies, indicate that new resource skill does indeed mediate the relationship between proactive personality—a personality characteristic—and entrepreneurial self-efficacy—a key cognitive antecedent of entrepreneurial intentions and behavior.
Visible Evolution from Primitive Organisms to Homo sapiens

The ratios of amino acids to the total amino acids deduced from the complete genome and those of nucleotides to the total nucleotides in the genome are useful indexes to characterize various large genomes among different species from bacteria to Homo sapiens . These indexes are not only independent of species but also of genome size. Using these indexes, the following results were obtained: (1) primitive life forms appeared to have similar amino acid compositions to present day organisms; (2) cellular amino acid compositions that are similar among various species and between whole cells and complete genomes; (3) genome structure that is homogeneously constructed from putative small units encoding proteins of similar amino acid compositions, followed by synchronous mutations over the genome; (4) all organisms can be classified into two groups, “GC-rich” and “AT-rich,” based on their nucleotide contents, or “terrestrial” and “aquatic vertebrates” based on natural selection by cluster analyses using amino acid contents as the traits; and (5) evolution based on nucleotide content alterations can be expressed by definitive equations. Thus, the ratios of amino acids or nucleotides to their total contents are useful indexes for characterizing genomes, regardless of species differences and genome sizes. The two normalized nucleotide contents are universally expressed regression line.