Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Personality and affections in university students: implications of circadian typology

The chronotype refers to the individual differences related to the preference to perform activities or to rest during the wake or in the preferences for a certain period of the day. In this study, we evaluated how the chronotype can be considered a variable of interest for individual personality differences. Still, it was verified how the positive and negative effects and self-esteem interact with the quality of sleep and the circadian personality according to the Big Five personality factors. This study included 150 volunteers of both sexes (41 men and 109 women) aged between 16 and 44 years old (M=22.08; SD=3.8 in age). The analysis of variance showed significant differences for Horne and Ostberg [F(2.148) = 401.69; η2=0.85] usual sleep efficiency [F(2.148) = 4.83; η2=0.6] and the sleep quality index [F(2.148) = 3.25; η2=13.0]. Morning subjects had better behavioral indexes of sleep quality when compared to evening subjects. Regarding positive affects [F(2.147) = 3.54; η2=0.53], morning subjects had a higher score than afternoon subjects (p=0.34) and consequently had higher scores in kindness traits [F(2,148) = 6.81; η2=0.95] and emotional stability [F(2.188) = 6.58; η2=0.91]. The chronotype is associated with personality factors and sleep behavior (efficiency and sleep latency as basic requirements for good quality of sleep) and variables such as sleep efficiency and quality of sleep can be moderators of this behavior.
Influence of grafting on fatty acid profile and some physicochemical properties of watermelon seed and seed oil

This study aimed to investigate the effects of grafting on the fatty acid profile and some physicochemical properties of watermelon seed and seed oil. The ‘Crimson Tide’ cultivar was used as the scion while two wild watermelon (Citrullus lanatus var. citroides (A1 and A2)), one Lagenaria siceraria (A3) and one Cucurbita maxima Duchesne x Cucurbita moschata Duchesne (A4) were used as rootstocks. The use of rootstock significantly influenced the fatty acid profile and the physical parameters of seeds and seed oils. The highest linoleic acid ratio was found in the seed oil from A1 and A2, the oil from A3 had the highest oleic acid ratio. The results showed that the content and acid value in seed oils were improved, and that total phenolic compounds and antioxidant activity of both seed and oil were decreased by grafting. Wild rootstocks can be used in watermelon cultivation to obtain a watermelon seed which is rich in linoleic acid.
THE INFLUENCE OF DIGITAL MARKETING, PROMOTION, AND SERVICE QUALITY ON CUSTOMER REPURCHASE INTENTION AT HUB22 LOUNGE & BISTRO SURABAYA

The study entitled “The Influence of Digital Marketing, Promotion, and Service Quality on Customer Repurchase Intention at Hub22 Lounge & Bistro Surabaya” has four objectives, namely: (1) Knowing the effect of digital marketing on repurchase intention partially, (2) Knowing the effect of promotion on repurchase intention partially, (3) Knowing the effect of service quality on repurchase intention partially, (4) Knowing the effect of digital marketing, promotion, service quality on repurchase intention simultaneously. Hub22 Lounge & Bistro Surabaya is a business engaged in food and beverages. This research uses quantitative methods. The population in this study was the customers of Hub22 Lounge & Bistro who made transactions for the last six months. The sample in this study amounted to 140 respondents. Data collected through the distribution of questionnaires were distributed online using SPSS version 26. The results of this study are: (1) Digital Marketing partially has a significant effect on repurchase intention, (2) Promotion partially has a significant effect on repurchase intention, (3) Service quality partially has a significant effect on repurchase intention, and (4) Digital marketing, promotion, service quality simultaneously have a significant effect on repurchase intention. Keywords: Digital Marketing, Promotion, Repurchase Intention, Service Quality
The Cauchy problem for Laplace's equation via a modified conjugate gradient method and energy space approaches

In the present work, we focus on the resolution of the Cauchy Laplace problem using an energetic variational minimization approach in the framework of a finite element method. A new strategy of regularization, called a filtering procedure regularization, is developed. The advantage of using this new regularization is that it does not require a regularization parameter and is easy to implement. An optimal a priori error estimate is proven, for the first time up to our knowledge, in the context of the finite element method. Some numerical results are presented to illustrate the performance of our approach.
NC EBR-1 and NC EBR-2 Early Blight Resistant Tomato Breeding Lines

Early blight, incited by Alternaria solani (Ellis and Martin) Jones and Grout, is a severe foliar disease of tomatoes in western North Carolina. Resistance breeding, initiated in 1976 at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center, Fletcher, N.C. has resulted in the development of NC EBR-1 and NC EBR-2. Both lines exhibit a moderate level of foliar resistance to early blight.
Empirical Studies on Mobile-Assisted Language Learning in China: A Review of Selected Research

: Mobile assisted language learning (MALL) has recently aroused the attention of educators and researchers worldwide with the popularity of mobile devices. Chinese educators have made committed efforts to innovate teaching methods by integrating mobile technology into regular language courses. Nevertheless, these tireless efforts were mainly documented in Chinese, failing to reach a wider international relationship. This paper thus offers a comprehensive analysis and synthesis of MALL studies published from 2015 to 2020 in leading mainland Chinese journals. Thirty six studies from CSSCI journals were examined in terms of theoretical frameworks, methodologies, emerging themes as well as the key findings. The results indicated that diverse theories or pedagogical frameworks were applied to inform their studies but there were still a significant number of studies failing to specify any theories. Regarding methodologies, researchers tended to prefer the mixed research designs by providing both quantitative and qualitative data. Furthermore, the three major themes were identified, including learning outcomes, learning processes as well as technology acceptance and perceptions. The positive effects of MALL were largely reported from different perspectives although limitations still exist. Based on the results, implications for educators and suggestions for further MALL studies were provided in the end.
Effect of Dietary Inclusion of Neem Leaf Powder on Growth Performance, Nutrient Utilization, and Haemato-Biochemical Parameters of Japanese Quail

A feeding trial was conducted to discern the influence of dietary incorporation of neem (Azadirachta indica) leaf powder on growth performance and haemato-biochemical parameters ofJapanese quail for 6 weeks. A metabolic trial was conducted during the last week of the feeding trial to assess nutrient utilization. A total number of 144-day-old chicks of Japanese quail were randomly assigned into four treatment groups, with 36 Japanese quail per treatment having three replicates of 12 birds each. Birds of treatment T1 (control group ) were fed a basal diet (starter and finisher), whereas in treatment groups T2, T3, and T4, the basal diet was incorporated with 0.25%, 0.50%, and 1.00% neem leaf powder, respectively. Results showed supplementation of 0.25% neem leaf powder improved the performance of Japanese quail in terms of body weight gain and performance index during the whole trial period. Nutrient utilization among various treatment groups was similar. The hematological values showed no significant a lterations i n d ifferent groups. Th e biochemical attributes among the treatment groups were similar, but a considerable decrease in the level of cholesterol and glucose was observed with an increasing level of neem leaf powder in the diet. Activities of ALT, AST, and ALP were lowest in the T4 group. It can be concluded that 1 percent neem leaf powder can be supplemented in feed for good health status and desired performance of the birds.
Comparing Examination Standards without Graded Candidate Scripts

Comparative judgement methods are commonly used to explore standards in examination papers over time. However, studies are limited by a paucity of graded candidate scripts from previous years, as well as the expense and time required to standardise scripts. We present three studies that attempted, without the use of graded candidate scripts, to replicate and extend previous results about standards in mathematics examination papers. We found that re-typesetting examination papers into a consistent format was necessary, but that comparative judgement of examination papers without an archive of graded candidate scripts offered a reliable and efficient method for revealing relative demand over time. Our approach enables standards comparison where previously this was not possible. We found a reasonable correlation between judgments of actual student scripts and judgments of the items only, meaning that conclusions may be drawn about the demand of examination papers even when graded candidate scripts are not available.
Antiarrhythmic calcium channel blocker verapamil inhibits trek currents in sympathetic neurons

Background and Purpose: Verapamil, a drug widely used in certain cardiac pathologies, exert its therapeutic effect mainly through the blockade of cardiac L-type calcium channels. However, we also know that both voltage-dependent and certain potassium channels are blocked by verapamil. Because sympathetic neurons of the superior cervical ganglion (SCG) are known to express a good variety of potassium currents, and to finely tune cardiac activity, we speculated that the effect of verapamil on these SCG potassium channels could explain part of the therapeutic action of this drug. To address this question, we decided to study, the effects of verapamil on three different potassium currents observed in SCG neurons: delayed rectifier, A-type and TREK (a subfamily of K2P channels) currents. We also investigated the effect of verapamil on the electrical behavior of sympathetic SCG neurons. Experimental Approach: We employed the Patch-Clamp technique to mouse SCG neurons in culture. Key Results: We found that verapamil depolarizes of the resting membrane potential of SCG neurons. Moreover, we demonstrated that this drug also inhibits A-type potassium currents. Finally, and most importantly, we revealed that the current driven through TREK channels is also inhibited in the presence of verapamil. Conclusion and Implications: We have shown that verapamil causes a clear alteration of excitability in sympathetic nerve cells. This fact undoubtedly leads to an alteration of the sympathetic-parasympathetic balance which may affect cardiac function. Therefore, we propose that these possible peripheral alterations in the autonomic system should be taken into consideration in the prescription of this drug.
An updated analysis on the association of GSTM1 polymorphism and smoking exposure with the increased risk of coronary heart disease

Objective To undertake a meta-analysis to investigate if there is an association between the glutathione S-transferase mu 1 (GSTM1) gene polymorphism, coronary artery disease (CAD) susceptibility and smoking. Methods Electronic databases, including PubMed®, Web of Science and Embase®, were searched for relevant case–control studies. Data were extracted and the odds ratio (OR) was calculated and appropriate statistical methods were used for the meta-analysis. Results The analysis included eight studies with a total of 1880 cases with CAD and 1758 control subjects. The results of this meta-analysis demonstrated that there is no association between the GSTM1 null and CAD (OR 1.24, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.00, 1.55). An increased risk of CAD was observed in the smoking population with the GSTM1 null genotype (OR 1.48, 95% CI 1.02, 2.15). Subgroup analyses of geographical region, genotyping method and publication language category demonstrated potential relationships among gene polymorphism, smoking and CAD. Conclusions Based on the current literature, the GSTM1 null genotype was associated to CAD in the smoking population. The interaction between smoking and GSTM1 polymorphism may contribute to the susceptibility of CAD.
The Raman spectrum of Ti 3 SiC 2

In this paper, the Raman spectrum of Ti3SiC2 is reported and compared with that of TiC0.67. All the TiC0.67 first order Raman disorder-induced modes are active, but shifted, in Ti3SiC2. Two additional peaks at 150 and 372 cm−1 are observed in Ti3SiC2. The former is ascribed to a shear mode between the Si and Ti planes; the origin of the latter is unknown. No second order Raman bands are detected. Micro-Raman spectroscopy also reveal the presence of ≈50 A graphite crystallites in samples hot pressed in graphite dies—these crystallites are not detected in samples processed by hot isostatic pressing in molten glass containers.
Investigation of Yb3+-doped alumino-silicate glasses for high energy class diode pumped solid state lasers

We present a detailed investigation of different compositions of Yb3+-doped alumino-silicate glasses as promising materials for diode-pumped high-power laser applications at 1030 nm due to their beneficial thermo-mechanical properties. To generate comprehensive datasets for emission and absorption cross sections, the spectral properties of the materials were recorded at temperatures ranging from liquid nitrogen to room temperature. It was found that the newly developed materials offer higher emission cross sections at the center laser wavelength of 1030 nm than the so far used alternatives Yb:CaF2 and Yb:FP-glass. This results in a lower saturation fluence that offers the potential for higher laser extraction efficiency. Fluorescence lifetime quenching of first test samples was analyzed and attributed to the hydroxide (OH) concentration in the host material. Applying a sophisticated glass manufacturing process, OH concentrations could be lowered by up to two orders of magnitude, rising the lifetime and the quantum efficiency for samples doped with more than 6.1020 Yb3+ -ions per cm³. First laser experiments showed a broad tuning range of about 60 nm, which is superior to Yb:CaF2 and Yb:FP-glass in the same setup. Furthermore, measurements of the laser induced damage threshold (LIDT) for different coating techniques on doped substrates revealed the appropriateness of the materials for short pulse high-energy laser amplification.
Dietary supplements and bleeding

Abstract An estimated one-third of US adults use herbal supplements, often without reporting that use to their physicians. These supplements can potentially alter bleeding and coagulation during surgery and when used concomitantly with anticoagulants. Our objective was to provide a comprehensive review of the evidence of bleeding risks of the most popular herbal and dietary supplements. A PubMed search and review of the literature was performed. We found that garlic and hawthorn supplementation is strongly associated with surgical bleeding independent of anticoagulants. Cordyceps sinensis, echinacea, and aloe vera are loosely associated with surgical bleeding independent of anticoagulants. In patients on anticoagulants, ginkgo biloba, chondroitin-glucosamine, melatonin, turmeric, bilberry, chamomile, fenugreek, milk thistle, and peppermint are associated with bleeding risk. No evidence was found for bleeding with these supplements independent of anticoagulants. Fish oil, ginseng, and saw palmetto are not associated with bleeding. Evidence for overall bleeding risk associated with St. John’s wort, ginger, ginkgo biloba, or cranberry supplementation is conflicting. In conclusion, physicians must be aware of the potential anticoagulant effects of these supplements. It is imperative to report dietary and herbal supplement usage to physicians and is best to discontinue nonessential supplement use 2 weeks prior to surgery.
Pathological vaginal discharge among pregnant women: Prevalence, pattern and related complications

Introduction: Vaginal discharge is the most frequent complaint among women of child bearing age that requires care and hygiene. Pathological vaginal discharge leads to multiple complications in both mother and fetus. Aims and Objectives : Purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of vaginal discharge, pattern, common infectious causes, risk factors associated with pathological discharge and its complications. Materials and Methods : A prospective study was done from November 2021 to April 2022 in Department of Obstetrics and gynaecology at Sawai Man Singh hospital, Jaipur Rajasthan. This study included pregnant women with vaginal discharge. Result: A total of 300 women attending antenatal clinic with vaginal discharge were studied. Out of 300 vaginal discharge patients there were 174(58%) primigravida and 126(42%) were multigravida. Out of 300 women 90(30%) women were symptomatic and 210(70%) asymptomatic. Out of 90 (30%) symptomatic patients 54(60%) have Vaginal Candidiasis, 27(30%) have Bacterial Vaginosis and 9(10%) have Trichomoniasis. Out of 90 (30%) symptomatic patients there were 24(26.7%) developed threatened preterm, 15(16.7%) premature rapture of membrane (PROM), 5(5.5%) Preterm delivery. Conclusion : In pregnant women pathological vaginal discharge is found to be more common in younger age group and in primigravida. Pathological vaginal discharge is associated with threatened preterm, PROM and prematurity. Our study concludes for timely detection, management and prevention of complications and advise on good hygiene habits.
A Study of Job Insecurity and Turnover Intentions Among Bullied Employees in Pakistan – Does Psychological Capital Ameliorate?

This study aimed at investigating whether job insecurity and turnover intentions are outcomes of workplace bullying, and whether psychological capital is a moderator of relationships of workplace bullying with job insecurity and with turnover intentions among telecom, banking and healthcare sectors in Pakistan. Employing snowball sampling method, we drew a sample of 300 respondents from various firms of Pakistan using a cross-section study design. Study instruments included the Negative Acts Questionnaire, (Einarsen et al., 2009) the Psychological Capital Questionnaire, (Luthans et al., 2007) the Job Insecurity Scale, (Ashford et al., 1989) and three items each from Singh et al. (1996) and Camman et al. (1979) quitting intentions scales. Data were analysed using correlation, regression, and moderation techniques. Results showed that workplace bullying prompts job insecurity and quitting intentions in bullied employees and psychological capital acts as an important resource by offering a buffering mechanism that offsets the undesirable impact of workplace bullying on job insecurity and quitting intentions. This study mainly highlights the instrumentality of psychological capital as a positive psychological resource to the negative impact of work-place bullying on job insecurity and quitting intentions. This study makes a novel contribution to literature by testing for buffering effect of psychological capital within bullying prone work contexts in Pakistan, and offers psychological capital as a preemptive individual-level coping mechanism bullying-prone work settings.
Characteristics of Body Composition and Relationship between Muscle Mass and Muscle Strength among Elderly Women in Different Age Groups

Age-related changes in the body composition of older adults differ among age groups. The purpose of the present study was to clarify the characteristics of body compositions in young (age, 65 - 74 years; yE group) and old (age, ≥75 years; oE group) elderly women, and compare the relationship between muscle mass and strength in elderly women with that in young women for pre-venting motor function loss in older adults. A total of 30 elderly and 45 young women aged ≥ 65 and 19 - 22 years, respectively, participated in this study. The participants underwent body composition measurement via bioelectrical impedance analysis and examinations of handgrip and leg muscle strength. The age-related body composition changes varied among age groups. Compared with young women, fat-free mass (FFM) in the yE group did not decrease significantly; however, fat mass (FM) and waist-hip ratio (WHR) were significantly greater. Compared with the yE group, decreases in FFM, FM, and WHR in the oE group were significant; furthermore, the decrease in FM measurements was attributed to the loss of FM in the trunk and limbs (upper and lower). The measurement results suggested that the greater FM decrease in the oE group was characterized by decreases in both visceral and subcutaneous fat. In the yE group, the muscle mass was comparable to that in young women; however, there was a remarkable reduction in the lower-limb muscle flected in muscle strength. In conclusion, for improving and maintaining the health of elderly women, especially those above the age of 75 years, it is important to maintain muscle mass, including muscle strength, and prevent the loss of muscle quality.
Comparison of Dicamba and 2,4-D Injury to Field-grown Tomatoes1

A 2-year study of tomato injury caused by broadcast sprays of 2,4-dichloro-phenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) and 2-methoxy-3,-6-dichlorobenzoic acid (dicamba) indicates the 2 herbicides caused very similar injury symptoms to both plants and fruits of field-grown tomatoes. Yields were reduced by 2,4-D and dicamba when the herbicides were applied to the plants in June, but no significant yield reductions were observed from mid-August applications except for dicamba at 0.2 kg/ha in 1971. Although yields were not reduced in the late season applications, a majority of the fruit was unmarketable because of interior defects. Dicamba was found in leaf tissue for at least 6 days after application, but no detectable amounts of 5-hydroxy-dicamba were observed in this time period.
People’s Attitudes towards Technologies in Courts

Courts are high-stakes environments; thus, the impact of implementing legal technologies is not limited to the people directly using the technologies. However, the existing empirical data is insufficient to navigate and anticipate the acceptance of legal technologies in courts. This study aims to provide evidence for a technology acceptance model in order to understand people’s attitudes towards legal technologies in courts and to specify the potential differences in the attitudes of people with court experience vs. those without it, in the legal profession vs. other, male vs. female, and younger vs. older. A questionnaire was developed, and the results were analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Multigroup analyses have confirmed the usefulness of the technology acceptance model (TAM) across age, gender, profession (legal vs. other), and court experience (yes vs. no) groups. Therefore, as in other areas, technology acceptance in courts is primarily related to perceptions of usefulness. Trust emerged as an essential construct, which, in turn, was affected by the perceived risk and knowledge. In addition, the study’s findings prompt us to give more thought to who decides about technologies in courts, as the legal profession, court experience, age, and gender modify different aspects of legal technology acceptance.