Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
RETENTION OF FETAL MEMBRANES IN IRAQI BUFFALOES, CLINICAL &THERAPEUTICAL STUDY

This study was conducted on 74 Iraqi buffaloes suffered from retention of fetal membranes (RFM) after 8-12 hrs in Karbala province from 2010-2011, there were ranged from 3-7 years old. The affected animals were divided into four groups randomly according to the treatment regime . 1 st group (18 buffaloes) treated manually ,2 nd group (22buffaloes) treated with oxytocin hormone 100 IU(10ml/IM) . While the 3 rd group (21 buffaloes) was treated with a single dose of estrumate 750μg (3ml /IM) . The 4 th group (13 buffaloes) was treated with a single dose of estradiol benzoate (15mg/IM) and all groups were treated with a single dose of oxytetracycline 20% (20ml/IM). The response for different treatment regimes were 100% ,77% ,76.19% and 76.92% for groups respectively. The manual removal treatment gives a superior significant difference (P<0.01) from other hormonal treatments and the second group recorded a better percentage of drops of fetal membranes compared with the 3 rd and 4 th group. The manually treated animals were superior to other group related to first postpartum estrus, the number of services per conception and the days open measurements. We concluded that the manual treatment still an important method of treatment, this fact depends on the reproductive parameters. Also we concluded that the hormonal treatment is a good method and gives appositive result reaches to 80% response.
Hepatozoon mauritanicum (et. et Ed. Sergent, 1904) n. comb., parasite de Testudo graeca: redescription de la sporogonie chez Hyalomma aegyptium et de la schizogonie tissulaire d'après le matériel d'E. Brumpt.

En 1938, E. Brumpt realise pour la premiere fois la transmission d’Haemogregarina mauritanica, a de jeunes Tortues grecques en leur faisant ingerer des Hyalomma aegyptium infectees par ce parasite. Dans l’article relatant ses experiences, il donne une description succincte des formes evolutives de cette hemogregarine chez son hote invertebre (oocystes uninuclees et sporocystes a 16 sporozoites). Ayant pu disposer du materiel a partir duquel cette etude a ete faite, nous avons pu completer la description de la sporogonie et mettre en evidence les formes tissulaires de ce parasite chez Testudo graeca. C’est ainsi que nous avons pu decrire la gametogenese et l’evolution complete des oocystes depuis le stade uninuclee jusqu’a la formation des sporoblastes, puis des sporocystes. Les formes tissulaires sont de deux types, des schizontes et des kystes. Par l’ensemble des caracteres de sa sporogonie et de la schizogonie Haemogregarina mauritanica est donc plus proche des parasites du genre Hepatozoon que de ceux du genre Haemogregarina. Nous proposons donc le taxon suivant : Hepatozoon mauritanicum (Et. et Ed. Sergent, 1904) n. comb.Hepatozoon mauritanicum est la premiere espece du genre decrit chez les Cheloniens ; il se singularise des autres Hepatozoon connus par le fait que la gametogenese et la sporogonie se deroulent dans les cellules epitheliales des caeca stomacaux de la Tique Hyalomma aegyptium et non dans l’hemocoele. Coelomoplasma hyalommae Brumpt, 1938 est synonyme d’Hepatozoon mauritanicum.
The Physiological Basis of Metabolic Bone Disease

w w w . c r c p r e s s . c o m K14355 Research into metabolic bone disease has made remarkable progress over the last 20 years, with the identification of numerous new molecules and pathways regulating bone cells as well as their plasma milieu. Their activities are largely regulated by the physiological status of the body incorporating the biochemical, physical and mechanical functions of bone, kidney and intestinal tissues. The Physiological Basis of Metabolic Bone Disease integrates the knowledge derived from molecular techniques with the fundamental principles of the physiology of these organs.
Post-Windstorm Radial Growth of Picea sitchensis and Pseudotsuga menziesii

Abstract This paper presents a case study examining the radial-growth history of Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis) and Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) trees following known and projected high-wind events along the central Oregon coast. Using tree-ring measurements collected from wind-traumatized trees of both species, we identified periods exhibiting negative (−) and positive (+) radial growth corresponding to canopy breakage (−) and increased light levels following canopy gap formation (+). Periods of negative and positive growth were then statistically and qualitatively compared across species and against a period of historically documented windstorms (AD 1895–2003) and a 230-year tree-ring derived windstorm record (AD 1775–2003). Our results revealed: 1) both Sitka spruce and Douglas-fir exhibit radial-growth anomalies corresponding to high-magnitude windstorms during the period of historical period, and 2) Sitka spruce is more sensitive and susceptible to wind-induced canopy trauma and exhibits an earlier onset of post-windstorm recovery than Douglas-fir over a >230-year period. These results are consistent with the combined effects of topography and coastal proximity, each species' habitat requirements, and their physiological tolerances to wind stress.
Approche morphologique du d eveloppement du h^ etre (Fagus sylvatica L.)

Chez le hetre, aucun caractere morphologique externe permettant d'apprehender de maniere continue l'evolution graduelle d'un individu d'un stade juvenile vegetatif vers un stade adulte florifere n'a ete mis en evidence. Les seuls elements mentionnes sont la marcescence, revelateur d'un etat juvenile et la floraison attestant de l'entree dans la phase adulte. Cependant, chez de jeunes arbres croissant en milieu forestier ombre, aucun de ces marqueurs n'est visible puisque la marcescence ne s'exprime plus et que les arbres sont trop jeunes pour fleurir. L'objectif de l'etude est de mettre en evidence un ou plusieurs marqueurs morphologiques externes du degre de differenciation chez le hetre. Cette tentative consiste en une description simultanee de l'architecture des arbres et de leurs pousses courtes feuillees d'un an. L'analyse revele que la morphologie des pousses courtes evolue en fonction de leur localisation dans la plante, de l'age de la plante et de l'environnement dans lequel celle-ci se developpe. L'analyse revele aussi que cette evolution est en rapport direct avec la croissance en hauteur des arbres, mais aussi et surtout avec le degre de complexite qu'ils atteignent au cours de leur developpement. L'evolution des pousses courtes constitue une echelle sur laquelle certains caracteres qui traduisent des potentialites internes de la plante (marcescence, floraison), peuvent etre reperes.
Mating Potential and Chromosome Number of Some Japanese and U.S. Populations of the Pine Wood Nematode, Bursaphelenchus xylophilus

Mating potential varied among some populations of the pine wood nematode Bursaphelenchus xylophilus from Japan. All Japanese populations examined mated to produce a F1 generation, but the number of F1 juveniles produced depended on the parent populations mated. F1 populations, from mating virulent with avirulent populations, were virulent to Pinus thunbergii. The Japanese population, S10, mated only with some populations from the U.S. and offspring from successful matings were virulent. F1 generations from mating U.S. x Japanese populations did not retain the host specifcity of the parental U.S. populations. Chromosome number differed among the pine wood nematode populations but the difference was not related to virulence. Jpn. J. Nematol. 1 9: 7-12 (1989) .
Effect of pre-sowing treatment on seed germination and seedling vigour in Angelica glauca, a threatened medicinal herb

Angelica glauca (Apiaceae), endemic to the Himalayas, is an endangered medicinal plant for which ex situ cultivation has been recommended as a conservation strategy. However, seeds of this species show poor germination. Among the 14 pre-sowing treatments, KNO 3 (150 mM) and NaHClO 3 (30 min) significantly stimulated seed germination and reduced mean germination time under both laboratory and nursery trials, as well as developed seedling vigour under nursery conditions.
The lipid profile of the pallid emperor moth Cirina forda Westwood (Lepidoptera: Saturniidae) caterpillar

The phospholipid, cholesterol and triglyceride levels, as well as, the fatty acid profile of the caterpillar of Cirina forda , a pallid emperor moth, known for its popularity as a food insect in Nigeria, were elucidated and compared with other popular sources of lipids. C. forda had 554.96mg/100g, 201.01mg/100g and 244.03mg/100g of phospholipid, cholesterol and triglyceride, respectively. It proved to be a rich source of unsaturates, surpassing other popular lipid sources as a source of polyunsaturates. It is rich in fatty acids such as Linolenic acid (33.84%), Linoleic acid (7.81%) and Oleic acid (12.93%). The possible nutritional implications of the consumption of C. forda caterpillar on the human nervous system are highlighted. Key words : lipid profile, Cirina forda , caterpillar
Electrochemical Genosensing of Leishmania major using Gold Hierarchical Nanoleaflets

"A label- and PCR-free electrochemical genosensor was fabricated for identification of Leishmania parasites. Gold hierarchical nanoleaflets were synthesized by electrodeposition in the presence of spermidine in the deposition solution. A Leishmania major specific single stranded DNA probe was immobilized on the surface of nanoleaflets and ferrocyanide was employed as a hybridization marker. Hybridization of the immobilized probe with targets was investigated under the selected conditions. The genosensor could detect a synthetic DNA target in a range of 1.0×10-12 to 1.0×10-20 mol L-1 with a limit of detection of 2.98i´10-21 mol L-1, and genomic DNA in a range of 0.5 to 15 ng μL-1 with a limit of detection of 0.11 ng μL-1. The genosensor was successfully applied for detection of Leishmania major in patient samples. "
On the phylogenetic position and taxonomic value of Gagea trinervia (Viv.) Greuter and Gagea sect. Anthericoides A. Terracc. (Liliaceae)

Gagea trinervia and G. graeca, both diploid (2n = 24), share several features that appear unusual in the genus: white flowers, relatively late flowering, and red bulb tunics. They are genetically rather close but can be distinguished with karyology and molecular markers (nrITS-region). They were indeed thought to be conspecific by many authors, however, exhibit major ontogenetic, morphological and anatomical differences which indicates a strongly divergent evolution. Gagea trinervia differs from G. graeca in having bulbils with stolon-like hypopodium, a regular sister bulbil at the immature stage, an unifacial, juvenile-like basal leaf to adult stage, few cauline leaves, few flowers and a low level of sexual reproduction. These two species make up Gagea sect. Anthericoides, the most early-branching clade of the genus, endemic to the Mediterranean. The closest species phylogenetically is Gagea serotina, that is referred to the separate section Lloydia (Salisb.) Peruzzi & al. comb. & stat. nov.
Comparison of allozyme variability in Polish populations of two species of Ptilidium Nees (Hepaticae) with contrasting degrees of sexual reproduction

The genetic structure of 19 populations of two species of the genus Ptilidium - P. pulcherrimum and P. ciliare from Poland and Slovakia was studied. Nine putative loci in nine enzyme systems were resolved. Two loci (Got and Me) were monomorphic at the genus level. Both species were fixed for alternative alleles at three loci (Acp, Idh and Prx-A) that can be used as diagnostic markers for these two species. Both species proved to be polymorphic: P. ciliare for three (Gdh, Pgm and Sdh), and P. pulcherrimum for four loci (Gdh, Pgm, Sdh and Pgd). Gene diversity statistics show a lower total gene diversity (H T ) of asexually reproducing P. ciliare (0.299 ′ 0.089) as compared to sexually reproducing P. pulcherrimum (0.379 ′ 0.044). The G S T in P. ciliare was 0.263, in P. pulcherrimum 0.374. In both species a relation between the allele numbers and allele frequencies with geographical regions was observed. Montane populations of P. ciliare displayed a lower number of alleles than the populations derived from the lowlands, whereas in P. pulcherrimum no genetic differentiation between both geographical regions was observed.
Anatomy and morphology suggest a hybrid origin of Zamia katzeriana (Zamiaceae)

The validity of Zamia splendens has been debated, mainly as a result of its synonymy under Z. katzeriana. Field explorations have uncovered previously unknown populations, and some do not appear to match the circumscription of Z. katzeriana . Some populations are morphologically more similar to, and often sympatric with, Z. loddigesii. This study aims at clarifying the morphological and anatomical distinction between the three taxa. To study the morphological variation, a total of 88 individuals from four populations were sampled, these spanning the geographical range of the three cycads in southern Mexico. Univariate, principal component and discriminant analyses of 12 vegetative morphological variables were carried out. To study variation in leaflet anatomy, three individuals per population were analysed for nine anatomical variables and their stomatal index. Standard plant histological techniques and bright field light microscopy were used for observations and measurements of leaflet anatomical variables. Both morphological and anatomical variables were analysed by multivariate statistical methods. Principal component and discriminant analyses on both morphological and anatomical variables and the stomatal index have shown a significant difference between the populations (P = <0.0002) with scatter diagram dispersion indicating three distinctive groups, with Z. katzeriana values consistently intermediate between those of Z. splendens and Z. loddigesii . Some individuals of Z. katzeriana have a leaflet morphology and anatomy similar to Z. loddigesii , yet others resemble Z. splendens . The three taxa comprise distinct species and we propose the acceptance of Z. splendens as independent from Z. katzeriana . The intermediate placement of Z. katzeriana in the analyses suggests a hybrid origin with Z. splendens and Z. loddigesii as putative ancestors.
Accelerated Ageing of Cement-Bonded Particleboard

Cement-bonded wood particleboards are believed to lose strength after ageing because wood is thought to be susceptible to degradation in high alkaline environment. The purpose of this study was to determine the stiffness and strength loss of cement-bonded particleboards when exposed to cyclic accelerated ageing. Aspen and larch cement-bonded particleboards were made in four different ways: conventional pressing, with and without laboratory-grade silica fume, and pressing in a carbon dioxide injection press, with and without silica fume. The boards were then exposed to 0, 7, 14, and 21 cycles of a 3-day, wet/freeze/thaw/dry exposure. The effect of freezing was tested in a set of samples using a simplified ageing cycle, without the freeze/thaw part of the cycle. The analysis indicated that the boards injected with carbon dioxide had better physical and mechanical properties initially and also retained higher properties after accelerated ageing. Aspen out performed larch in all mechanical properties both before and after ageing. Laboratory-grade silica fume reduced most board properties and did not improve board durability. About 40 percent of board strength was lost in the first seven cycles of ageing for both aspen and larch boards. The strength losses after the first seven cycles were not substantial. No sig nificant difference was found in properties of boards tested after ageing, with and without freezing. Samples of exterior-grade aspen plywood, southern pine oriented strandboard (OSB), and a medium density phenol-formaldehyde aspen particleboard were exposed along with the cement boards. The particleboard delaminated after three cycles and the OSB after seven cycles of exposure. Plywood retained high strength values after 21 cycles of ageing. However, the plywood samples were severely twisted and
The inheritance of wool quantity and live weight in the French Angora rabbit

More accurate definition of Angora rabbit breeding objectives has been investigated by considering multiple expression of different traits. Data on 9672 fleece harvests produced by 1343 Angora does which had at least one wool harvest were analysed in order to study genetic variability according to age. The animals of the French breed were defleeced and weighed at 8 and 21 weeks of age for the first and second time respectively. Thereafter, does were defleeced every 14 weeks and weighed 9 weeks before defleecing. Total fleece weight and live body weight were recorded at each harvest. Direct heritability estimates of total fleece weight were similar accross ages and ranged from 0·31 to 0·42 . A significant maternal heritability was also observed at all ages of harvest. Maternal genetic estimates decreased with age from 0·44 at the first harvest to 0·10 for an adult harvest. Except for 8 weeks of age, genetic correlations between total fleece weight and live weight were generally not significantly different from zero. Genetic correlations of total fleece weight between the first and subsequent harvests were low (from 0·22 to 0·39) but genetic correlation estimates between consecutive harvests after the first were high, and ranged from 0·68 to 0·89 . The results suggest that the second harvest would be the first good predictor of breeding value for total fleece weight in the adult Angora rabbit.
Resistance in Vitis and Muscadinia species to Meloidogyne incognita

Rootstocks resistant to root-knot nematodes are needed for wine, table, and raisin grape culture in California's San Joaquin Valley. As a first step in a breeding program, selections of the following species were screened for resistance to the root-knot nematode Meloidogyne incognita: 10 Vitis acerifolia, 2 V. aestivalis, 4 V. berlandieri, 4 V. californica, 7 V. champinii, 1 V. cinerea, 2 V. labrusca, 2 V. riparia, 1 V. rufotomentosa, 2 V. rupestris, and 11 Muscadinia rotundifolia. The rootstocks Freedom, Harmony, 1613 Couderc, and 1616 Couderc were used as standard resistant controls, and V. vinifera cvs. Cabernet Sauvignon, French Colombard, and Thompson Seedless were used as susceptible controls
Application of biofertilizers and zinc increases yield, nodulation and unsaturated fatty acids of soybean@@@Biotrąšos ir cinkas didina sojų derlių, gumbelių formavimąsi ir nesočiųjų riebiųjų rūgščių kiekį

In order to study the effects of biofertilizers and zinc on yield, nodulation state and fatty acids composition of soybean, factorial experiments were conducted using a randomized complete block design with three replications during 2013 and 2014 cropping seasons. Experimental factors included nano zinc oxide in four levels: without nano zinc oxide (Zn0) as control, application of 0.3 (Zn1), 0.6 (Zn2) and 0.9 (Zn3) g L-1, and five biofertilizers levels: no biofertilizer (B0), seed inoculation by Bradyrhizobium japonicum (B1), B. japonicum + Azosprillum lipoferum strain OF (B2), B. japonicum + Pseudomonas putida strain 186 (B3) and B. japonicum + A. lipoferum strain OF + P. putida strain 186 (B4). The results showed that maximum number of nodules per plant (16.55) and grain yield (1875 kg ha-1) were recorded at the application of biofertilizer and nano zinc oxide as Zn3B4. The highest dry weight of nodules per plant, the number of pods and grains per plant were obtained in application of nano zinc oxide as Zn3 and biofertilizers as B4. Oil and protein content increased through the application of biofertilizers and nano zinc oxide. The maximum oil content was obtained by applying 0.9 g L-1 nano zinc oxide and inoculation as B4. The saturated fatty acids (palmitic and stearic acids) declined by inoculation with biofertilizer in comparison with the control, while unsaturated fatty acids (linoleic, linolenic and oleic) were increased. Results showed that both application of biofertilizer and 0.9 g L-1 nano zinc oxide (Zn3B4) increased grain yield by about 68% in comparison with Zn0B0. Based on the results, it was concluded that co-inoculation with B. japonicum + plant growth promoting rhizobacteria and nano zinc oxide application can be recommended for profitable soybean production.
Production and Characterization of Eco Enzyme Produced from Fruit and Vegetable Wastes and its Influence on the Aquaculture Sludge

The high composition of food waste in municipal solid waste production is one of the most critical environmental issues since the decomposition process produces and releases carbon dioxide and methane into the atmosphere and causes a greenhouse effect. Therefore, to minimize the composition of organic wastes in the landfill, this study was conducted to characterize the eco enzyme produced from the fermentation of fruit waste. Then, the treatment of aquaculture sludge will also be determined to examine its applicability. The effectiveness of the eco enzyme on sludge treatment was experimented based on the different dilution factors of the eco enzyme (5 %, 10 %, 15 %) for 10 days (Batch process). The results showed that the eco enzyme possesses Protease, Amylase, and Lipase. Meanwhile, the results of the treatment process showed the enzyme solution (10 %) was found more potent and economical in treating aquaculture sludge in which resulted in a reduction of 89 % of Total Suspended Solid, 78 % of Volatile Suspended Solid, 88 % of Chemical Oxygen Demand, 94 % of Total Ammonia Nitrogen and 97 % of Total Phosphorus. Eco enzyme produced from the study has effectively acted as an environmentally friendly solution to reduce the composition of food waste in solid waste generation and has the potential to be applied in the wastewater industry.
Finishing swine fed cashew bagasse bran

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the digestibility of cashew bagasse bran as well as the performance of swine fed diets with different levels of inclusion of this by-product and their economic viability. In the digestibility trial, ten crossbred barrows weighing 60±6.86 kg were housed in metabolic cages. Five received standard feed and five received test feed with 300 g kg−1 cashew bagasse bran included. For the performance and economic viability study, forty crossbred pigs weighing 60±5.24 kg were allotted in a randomized block design with five treatments (0, 75, 150, 225, and 300 g kg−1 inclusion of cashew bagasse bran) and four replications. Daily feed intake, daily gain, feed conversion, partial gross income with and without allowance index, and partial net income with and without allowance index were evaluated. Data were subjected to analysis of variance and regression analysis. The treatment with 75 g kg−1 cashew bagasse bran provided the best results. Cashew bagasse bran can be included in the diet of finishing pigs up to the level of 300 g kg−1 without adversely affecting animal performance.