Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Notas de ixodologia: III - conformação de Ixodes aragãoi Fonseca, 1935, de Ixodes amarali Fonseca, 1935, e lista das espécies do gênero Ixodes que ocorrem no Brasil (Acari, Ixodidae)

After comparison of the types of Ixodes ricinus aragaoi Fonseca, 1935, with a lot of Ixodes affinis Neumann, 1899, kindly loaned by Dr. Kohls, it was observed that both species differ by the aspect of the dorsal scutm, no large punctations being in the posterior border in the Brazilian material. Therefore is FONSECA'S species maintened as Ixodes aragaoi Fonseca, 1935. Ixodes amarali Fonseca, 1935 was reexamined and confirmed as a valid species. A list of Brazilian species of the genus Ixodes studied by the authors is presented.
Deployment of Noval Technologies for The Management of White Grubs in Lower Hills of NW Himalyan Region

White grubs, a group of destructive insect pests of polyphagous nature, cause severe damage to crop plants in hill ecosystem. The grubs with subterranean habitat feed extensively on the roots and the adults defoliate the plants. A two pronged strategies involving an efficient, light weight, eco-friendly, low cost, light based insect trap for capturing the adults and a novel entomo-pathogen, Bacillus cereus strain WGPSB-2 for the management of grubs were developed. Large scale deployment of the above technologies were done on community basis in 5 locations including 4 villages and one experimental farm of Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Three years experimentations revealed drastic reduction in beetle population to the tune of 75.8% in low, altitude villages. A significant reduction of the grub population was recorded from 74.11% to 85.17% in three years across the different villages. As a result of reduction in grub population, per cent increase in yield of different crops was recorded from 39.0% to 59.2% in different villages and experimental farm of low hills. The technology is thus, capable of managing white grubs at different altitudes of hills in general and North Western Himalayas in particular.
cDNA cloning and sequence analysis of βig-h3, a novel gene induced in a human adenocarcinoma cell line after treatment with transforming growth factor-β

ABSTRACT Transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β) is capable of affecting the proliferation of many cell types. To identify novel genes whose protein products may mediate cellular responses to this factor, a cDNA library was made from mRNA isolated from a human lung adenocarcinoma cell line (A549) that had been treated for 3 days with TGF-β. The library was screened by differential hybridization and a cDNA clone, βig-h3, was isolated. This gene was induced up to 20-fold in A549 cells after 2 days of treatment with TGF-β1. It was also induced in several other cell lines, including PC-3 and H2981. DNA sequence analysis of βig-h3 indicated that it encoded a novel protein, βIG-H3, of 683 amino acids, which contained an amino-terminal secretory sequence and a carboxy-terminal Arg-Gly-Asp (RGD) sequence that can serve as a ligand recognition site for several integrins. βIG-H3 also contained short amino acid regions homologous to similar regions in Drosophila fasciclin-I and four homologous internal domains, which c.
Redefining health care.

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Hydrobiology and productivity of Kuntbhyog Lake, (District Mandi, Himachal Pradesh), India

Studies on the biodiversity on Kuntbhyog Lake (Himachal Pradesh) were made on species composition and population dynamics of phytoplankton, zooplankton, nekton, productivity in relation to seasonal variations in physico-chemical characteristics of water. Among phytoplankton, members of Bacillariophyceae and Chlorophyceae constituted the dominant group, whereas Cyanophyceae and Euglenophyceae were the subdominant component. Among zooplankton, Rotifera and Arthropoda formed the dominant group, whereas Protozoa Subdominant and Ostracoda were rare in occurrence. The plankton revealed abundance during summer and post monsoon while the minimum number were recorded during winter. Factors affecting the seasonal distribution of organisms have been discussed. Shannon’s Species Diversity and Nygaard’s Trophic State indices have been calculated. On the basis of the hydrobiological characteristics, according to the classification of waters for various purposes given by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) (
The nutritive value of the forage pea Pisutn arvense cv. ‘Rosakrone’ for laying hens

SUMMARY The nutritive value of a new forage pea (Pisum arvense), commercially available as ‘Rosakrone’, was assessed by feeding the seeds in ground form to laying hens as a supplementary source of protein in diets based on mixed cereals. Like other pulse seeds they were found to be relatively deficient in methionine. The effect of this on egg production was overcome by adding synthetic methionine to the diet. However, there was also present an anti-nutritive factor, similar in action to that found in other pulse seeds, which caused live-weight loss and reduced the rate of lay to about 0·85 of normal in 20 weeks with 40% pea meal in the diet. This anti-nutritive factor appeared to be heat stable.
Carbon quality rather than stoichiometry controls litter decomposition in a tropical rain forest

1. Ecological stoichiometry predicts important control of the relative abundance of the key elements carbon (C), nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) on trophic interactions. In a nutrient‐poor Amazonian lowland rain forest of French Guiana, we tested the hypothesis that decomposers exploit stoichiometrically diverse plant litter more efficiently, resulting in faster litter decomposition compared to litter with a uniform stoichiometry.
Genus Dimerella (Coenogoniaceae, lichenized Ascomycota) in Slovakia

currence in Slovakia. The paper, based on literature review, revision of collections (BP, BRA, PR, PRC, SAV, W, herb. Vf ezda, herb. Pi{ut) and fieldwork, brings together evidence of two species, D. pineti and D. lutea. The first voucher specimens and published data for D. pineti date back to the second half of 19 th century; 20 th century records are only occasional, therefore the species was regarded as rare. However, this investigation shows that it is widely distributed throughout Slovakia, mainly on tree bases, stumps or mossy soil in forests. The sub-oceanic D. lutea is recorded from Slovakia for the first time. Its historical occurrence in the Vihorlat Mounts complements our current observation in the Eastern Carpathians (Bukovske vrchy Mts) in 2002. From an investigation of its ecological requirements, it is evident that the species is confined to humid, well preserved forest biotopes. Within the studied territory the species has not been overlooked, but is extremely rare, which is the reason for including it in the Red List of Lichens of Slovakia as critically endangered. Vernacular names for both the species are introduced.
Nuclear Connectivity in Mesenchymal Stem Cell Differentiation and its Role in Mechanotransduction

Mechanical forces transmitted through the cellular microenvironment are critically important for tissue development, homeostasis, and degeneration, particularly for tissues in the musculoskeletal system that play primary load bearing roles. When these tissues degenerate, their limited healing capacity has lead many to propose tissue engineering strategies in order to provide functional replacements. While native tissue structural and mechanical benchmarks are commonly used to quantify and validate outcomes for tissue engineering and to refine experimental approaches, these same benchmarks have not yet been extended to the cellular and sub-cellular level. This is true despite the fact that it is at this length scale where tissue specific mechanotransduction occurs. With this motivation, and building on an established biomaterial framework for engineering fibrocartilagenous tissues, this thesis further refines macro-scale functional benchmarks and defines new micro-scale benchmarks that are operative at the cellular and sub-cellular level. In doing so, we identify a number of structural attributes of the cellular cytoskeleton and its attachments to the nucleus that are important for mechanotransduction. In normal functioning tissues, maintenance of phenotype in mechanically active microenvironments requires appropriately tuned mechanotransduction machinery. Understanding how these sub-cellular mechanoactive species (including the cytoskeleton, the nucleus, and nuclear connectivity) change with differentiation and development, as well as their role in mechanical signaling, will be of primary importance for the success of tissue engineering strategies. Degree Type Dissertation Degree Name Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Graduate Group Bioengineering First Advisor Robert L. Mauck
Morphological and Molecular Systematic of Carangids (Genus: Alepes ), with New Record of Alepes vari from the Iraqi Marine Waters,Northwest Arabian Gulf

Morphometric and meristic characteristics and DNA fingerprint analysis were applied to identify three species of Carangidss belonging to the genus Alepes [ A. djedaba (Forsskal, 1775), A. kleinii (Bloch, 1793) and A. vari (Cuvier, 1833)] from Iraqi marine waters, during the period from January 2014 to June 2015. A. vari was recorded for the first time in Iraqi waters. Second dorsal fin rays ranged from 22 to 24 in A. djedaba , 25 to 26 in A. kleinii and 26 to 28 in A. vari . Anal fin rays were 19 - 20 in A. djedaba , 21 - 22 in A. kleinii and 20 - 22 in A. vari . Gill rakers on lower limb were 27 - 31 in A. djedaba , 27 – 29 in A. kleinii and 22 – 23 in A. vari . The DNA fingerprints of species of the genus Alepes were identified using Polymerase Chain Reaction-Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (PCR-RAPD) with six primers: P1 (212), P2 (239), P3 (244), P4 (250), P5 (265), and P6 (347). The numbers of bands generated by primers were 37 in A. djedaba , 51 in A. kleinii and 49 in A. vari . The genetic similarity was 0.38 between A. djedaba and A. kleinii, 0.30 between A. djedaba and A. vari, and 0.24 between A. kleinii and A. vari, while the genetic distance among them were 0.62, 0.70 and 0.76 respectively.
Laboratory Efficacy of Amoxicillin for the Control of Streptococcus iniae Infection in Sunshine Bass

Abstract An experimental trial was performed to evaluate the efficacy of amoxicillin in controlling Streptococcus iniae infection in sunshine bass (a hybrid of female white bass Morone chrysops × male striped bass M. saxatilis). Minimum-inhibitory-concentration studies of amoxicillin against multiple S. iniae isolates showed a sensitivity range of 0.0156–0.5 μg/mL. The amoxicillin dose levels tested were 30, 50, 80, and 120 mg of active ingredient per kilogram of fish body weight per day. Administration of medicated feed started 1 d after infection by immersion exposure to S. iniae and continued for eight consecutive days; this was followed by an observation at 15 d posttreatment. Amoxicillin increased the survival rate from 1% in the infected, nonmedicated group to an average of 95% in the infected groups receiving the four doses; there were no significant differences among the medicated groups. Survivors of the infection were not found to be carriers of the bacteria (i.e., there was negative bacterial i.
Molecular and cellular determinants of non‐typeable Haemophilus influenzae adherence and invasion

Non‐typeable Haemophilus influenzae is a common cause of human disease and initiates infection by colonizing the upper respiratory tract. Based on information from histopathologic specimens and in vitro studies with human cells and tissues in culture, non‐typeable H. influenzae is capable of efficient adherence and appreciable invasion, properties that facilitate the process of colonization. A number of adhesive factors exist, each recognizing a distinct host cell structure and influencing cellular binding specificity. In addition, at least three invasion pathways exist, including one resembling macropinocytosis, a second mediated via the PAF receptor and a third involving β‐glucan receptors. Organisms are also capable of disrupting cell–cell junctions and passing between cells to the subepithelial space.
Effects of Human Disturbances on Two Sympatric Francolin Species in the Central Highlands of Ethiopia

Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management, Mekelle University, P.O. Box 231, Mekelle, Ethiopia Department of Statistics, Mekelle University, P.O. Box 231, Mekelle, Ethiopia Institute of Geo-Information and Earth Observation Sciences, Department of GEOS for NRM, P.O. Box 231, Mekelle, Ethiopia Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, Addis Ababa University, P.O. Box 1176, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Mastering uncertainty with the Competing Values Framework– insights from multilevel research on employee motivation, team climate, leadership style, and organizational culture

In this paper, I want to show the value of uncertainty and complexity for organisational performance as an intra-organisational image of the disorderliness in the environment. It is based on the Competing Values Framework of Quinn & Rohrbaugh (1983) that is widely used to evaluate the importance of balancing contradictory factors. This applies in particular for uncertainty as a condition of ambiguity, complexity, and inconsistency. I applied a survey study to reveal links between organizational culture, leadership style, team climate, and employee motivation. The questionnaire was conducted in k = 73 organisations with N = 1.359 employees. Results show that all facets are significantly related to organisational performance, even though not all levels of analysis contribute equally to organisational performance. Furthermore, organisations from rather dynamic business domains with higher demands of uncertainty are different to ones coming from rather stable, more predictable environments. Finally, organisations benefit from a fit between the 4 levels. Overall, the data shows the importance of a balance of flexibility-focused behaviour (for adapting on unforeseen changes) and stability-creating habits (for reducing organisational strain). All findings are discussed in detail and incorporated in the current state of research.
Linking hyporheic community respiration and inorganic nitrogen transformations in the River Lahn (Germany)

Hyporheic community respiration was measured in a riffle-pool-riffle sequence located up- and downstream from a wastewater treatment plant of the River Lahn, Germany. Sediment filled tubes were incubated for several months in the hyporheic zone and then transferred to the laboratory where the oxygen consumption by the hyporheic community colonizing the tubes was measured in a recirculating system. Oxygen consumption in 64 tubes from four sites averaged 0.69 mg O 2 dm -3 h -1 with surface water from upstream of the wastewater treatment plant. After the successive amendment of nitrite and ammonium, community respiration increased to 1.14 and 1.36mg O 2 dm -3 h -1 , respectively. Nitrate production during the experiments increased from 0.024 mg NO 3 -N dm -3 h -1 to 0.219 and 0.220 mg NO 3 -N dm -3 h -1 with the amendment of nitrite and ammonium, respectively, indicating nitrogen limitation in the hyporheic zone. Respiration and nitrate production correlated strongly with the amount of organic matter accumulated in the tubes during the several months of sediment incubation. Significantly higher respiration and nitrate production after amendment of ammonium were observed for the two sites located downstream of the wastewater treatment plant effluent in comparison to those upstream of the WWTP. This increase indicates a possible impact of wastewater supply to rivers, especially on the hyporheic zone where an important part of organic matter break-down and nutrient recycling occurs in mesotrophic rivers.
Effect of Rape and Mustard Seed Meals on Verticillium wilt of Pepper

Effect of Rape and Mustard Seed Meals on Verticillium wilt of Pepper The effect of plant material from Brassicaceae plants - the mustard seed meal and rapeseed meal, added to soil or peat substrate, on Verticillium wilt of pepper was evaluated in laboratory and greenhouse conditions. It was stated that the addition of these materials decreased infestation of pepper vascular vessels caused by Verticillium dahliae. The decomposition of rapeseed meal and mustard seed meal increased concentration of ammonia, the compound toxic to many pathogens. The increase of total bacteria, actinomycetes, spore forming bacteria were also observed. The materials from Brassicaceae plants positive influenced on plant development and chlorophyll content in pepper leaves. Oddziaływanie Wytłoczyn z Rzepaku i Mączki z Nasion Gorczycy na Wertycyliozę Papryki W warunkach laboratoryjnych i szklarniowych badano wpływ mączki z nasion gorczycy i wytłoczyn z rzepaku, dodanych do gleby lub podłoża torfowego, na rozwój wertycyliozy papryki. Stwierdzono, że dodatek tych materiałów zmniejszał porażenie wiązek przewodzących papryki przez Verticillium dahliae. Rozkład wytłoczyn z rzepaku i mączki z nasion gorczycy w glebie i podłożu torfowym zwiększał stężenie amoniaku, związku toksycznego dla wielu patogenów. Obserwowano także wzrost ogólnej liczebności bakterii, bakterii przetrwalnikowych oraz promieniowców. Materiały z rzepaku i gorczycy korzystnie wpływały na kondycję roślin papryki i zwiększały zawartość chlorofilu w liściach tej rośliny.
Properties of Wine Lactic Acid Bacteria: Their Potential Enological Significance

Lactic acid bacteria isolated from Australian red wines were examined for properties of potential enological significance. Some 166 strains were tested. Strains of Leuconostoc oenos were divided into rough and smooth morphotypes on the basis of colony appearance. Rough morphotypes produced cells arranged in long chains and readily grew in wine. Smooth morphotypes produced cells arranged in pairs or short chains, but most of these strains exhibited poor growth in wine. As tested in API 50CH galleries (pH 6.0), strains of L. oenos, Pediococcus parvulus , and several Lactobacillus species exhibited considerable heterogeneity in their abilities to ferment carbohydrates. The fermentation profile of individual strains was altered when the pH was reduced to 4.0. Strains of L. oenos were more tolerant of low pH than those of P. parvulus or Lactobacillus spp. Strains of P. parvulus and Lactobacillus spp. were more tolerant of high concentrations of ethanol and total sulfur dioxide. None of the strains produced extracellular protease. Lipases were produced by several strains of L. oenos and one strain of Lactobacillus . The majority of strains produced esterases.
ROLE OF NITRIC OXIDE ON DIAPHRAGMATIC MUSCLE CONTRACTION UNDER DIFFERENT FREQUENCIES OF STIMULATION

Background: Nitric oxide (NO) exhibits diverse vital roles in the body functions. It is clearly recognized that NO participates in the control of the vascular tone as an antagonist of adrenergic system. Neural NO-synthase is present in the sarcolemma of type II skeletal muscle fibers. Objective: Evaluating the role of nitric oxide on diaphragmatic muscle contraction under different frequencies of stimulation. Materials and methods: Thirty adult male albino rats weighing 140 155 g were chosen to be the model of the present study. They were divided into two equal groups: Group I (Low frequency stimulated group), and Group II (High frequency stimulated group). Results: NO significantly decreased maximal twitch force (ΔY) and contraction time (ΔX), while increased half relaxation time (1/2 Rt) when the rat diaphragm preparation was stimulated directly at either low (0.5 Hz) or high (100 Hz) frequencies. However, when the preparation was stimulated indirectly at low (0.5 Hz) or high (100 Hz) frequencies, a significant increase in ΔY and ΔX associated with decrease in (1/2 Rt) were recorded. Conclusion: NO has dual action on the pre and postsynaptic levels which was antagonized by bovine hemoglobin that acts as scavenger for NO.
Digestion des protéines du lait dans la caillette du veau préruminant

Gastric digestion of milk proteins has been studied in the preruminant calf by analysing gastric effluents in the duodenum after the ingestion of 5 different diets: whole milk, skim milk, casein solution in water, casein solution with minerals, whey. The amino acid composition of the gastric effluents and HPLC analysis of the latter show that the major part of the whey proteins were evacuated rapidly without any proteolysis and after milk ingestion. On the contrary, all the caseins were largely proteolysed and arrived slowly in the gut. The major part of the peptides obtained came from alpha s1 casein. Only a few peptides, principally CMP, were quickly emptied from the stomach.
Displacement of Mountain Caribou From Winter Habitat by Snowmobiles

Abstract Mountain caribou are an ecotype of woodland caribou (Rangifer tarandus caribou) that live in subalpine forests in south-eastern British Columbia, Canada, extending into northern Idaho and Washington, USA. These caribou are listed as Threatened in Canada, Endangered in the United States, and are the subject of recovery planning efforts in both countries. Many areas of mountain caribou winter habitat experience intensive use by recreational snowmobilers. During 4 surveys, we recorded caribou on all 4 census blocks with little or no snowmobile activity (x̄ density = 0.41 caribou/km2), but during 3 of 4 years, we observed no caribou on the census block with intensive snowmobile activity. The year we observed caribou on the snowmobile block, most were using areas inaccessible to snowmobiles. We used a Resource Selection Function (RSF) based on radiotelemetry data for the area to compare habitat quality among the different census blocks. The absence of caribou from the intensive snowmobile area during most years could not be explained by differences in habitat quality. The RSF predicted that the intensive snowmobile area could support 53–96 caribou (95% CI). We conclude that intensive snowmobiling has displaced caribou from an area of suitable habitat. We recommend that snowmobile activity be restricted from all or most high-quality mountain caribou habitat as part of the recovery planning process.