Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Comparison of the Lattice Thermal Conductivity of Superconducting Tantalum and Niobium

The thermal conductivity k of superconducting tantalum (Ta) behaves similarly to that of superconducting niobium (Nb), albeit at colder temperatures. This shift is due to the superconducting transition temperature of Ta being 4.48 K, versus 9.25 K for Nb. For example, the temperature of the phonon peak of properly treated Ta is about 1 K as opposed to a phonon peak at about 2 K for Nb. The typical value of k of Ta is smaller than Nb with the value at the phonon peak for Ta being O(10) W m-1 K-1. Like Nb, k is dominated by phonons at these temperatures. This lattice k can be modeled by the Boltzmann transport equation, solved here by a Monte Carlo method using the relaxation time approximation. The phonon dispersion relation is included and some of the individual scattering mechanisms due to boundaries, dislocations, and residual normal electrons are examined. Differences in the thermal response of deformed Ta, as compared with Nb, may be attributed to differences in dislocation densities of the two metals following similar levels of deformation. Boundary scattering dominates at the coldest temperatures. The phonon peak decreases and shifts to warmer temperatures with increasing deformation.
Cloud and aerosol radiative effects as key players for anthropogenicchanges in atmospheric dynamics over southernWest Africa

Abstract. Southern West Africa (SWA) undergoes rapid and significant socioeconomic changes associated with a massive increase in air pollution. Still, the impact of atmospheric pollutants, in particular that of aerosol particles, on weather and climate in this region is virtually unexplored. In this study, the regional-scale model framework COSMO-ART is applied to SWA for a summer monsoon process study on 2–3 July 2016 to assess the aerosol direct and indirect effect on clouds and the atmospheric dynamics. The modeling study is supported by observational data obtained during the extensive field campaign of the project DACCIWA ( Dynamics-Aerosol-Chemistry-Cloud Interactions in West Africa ) in June–July 2016. As indicated in previous studies, a coastal front is observed that develops during daytime and propagates inland in the evening (Atlantic Inflow). Increasing the aerosol amount in COSMO-ART leads to reduced propagation velocities with frontal displacements of 10–30 km and a weakening of the nocturnal low-level jet. This is related to a subtle balance of processes related to the decrease in near-surface heating: (1) flow deceleration due to reduced land-sea temperature contrast and thus local pressure gradient, (2) reduced turbulence favoring frontal advance inland and (3) delayed stratus-to-cumulus transition of 1–2 h via a later onset of the convective boundary layer. The spatial shift of the Atlantic Inflow and the temporal shift of the stratus-to-cumulus transition are synergized in a new conceptual model. We hypothesize a negative feedback of the stratus-to-cumulus transition on the Atlantic Inflow with increased aerosol. The results exhibit radiation as the key player governing the aerosol affects on SWA atmospheric dynamics via the aerosol direct effect and the Twomey effect, whereas impacts on precipitation are small.
The effects of generalized stress and anxiety on clinical athletic training students: A qualitative study

v Introduction . 1 Statement of the Problem.3 Statement of Purpose . 3 Significance . 3 Exploratory Questions . 4 Definition of Terms . 4 Literature Review . 6 Mental Health in Undergraduate Students . 6 Table 1 . 8 Mental Health in Student-Athletes . 12 Table 2 . 13 Mental Health in Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainers . 15 Table 3 . 16 Mental Health in Athletic Training Students . 18 Table 4 . 19 Theoretical Framework . 22 Table 5 . 23 Literature Review Summary. 25 Research Design . 25 Sample . 26 Data Collection . 27 Data Analysis . 29 Trustworthiness . 30 Reporting Procedures . 30 Human Participant and Ethics Precautions . 31 Self-Reflexivity . 31 Student Identity . 32 Relationships . 36 Support Systems . 38 SelfReflexivity Journaling. 39 Student identity. 40 Time management. 41 Relationships. 42 Support systems. 42 iii Discussion. 43 Limitations and Further Research . 48 Practical Implications . 50 Conclusion . 51 References . 53 Table 6 . 58 Appendix A . 59 Appendix B . 60 Identification of Investigators & Purpose of Study . 60 Appendix C . 63 Appendix D . 64
An Evaluation of Various Carbonaceous and Synthetic Adsorbents for the Treatment of Sulfolane

Sulfolane is an industrial solvent used in a variety of applications. Improper handling, storage, and disposal of pure sulfolane solvent and sulfolane-containing wastes have created contaminated sites. The objective of this research was to investigate the adsorption of sulfolane on a wide variety of adsorbents. In some experiments, the solution consisted of either diisopropanolamine or benzene. It was observed that while the adsorption capacity of GACs and Ambersorb 560 were comparable, the adsorption equilibrium was established much faster on GACs than on Ambersorb 560. The major solutes in groundwater influenced sulfolane adsorption. Additionally, diisopropanol and benzene inhibited sulfolane adsorption. Another objective was to develop a method for the analysis of sulfolane in aqueous solution. The method developed herein is highly reproducible and has a detection limit (MDL) of 30 µg/L, and a quantitation limit (MQL) of 70 µg/L.
A Hospital Based Cross Sectional Study of Depression among Asthmatic Patients in MNR Medical College and Hospital, Hyderabad

Introduction: Bronchial asthma is a serious global health problem with significant health care costs, loss of productivity and reduced participation in family life. Global prevalence of bronchial asthma ranges from 1% to 18% of population in different countries. There has been a marked increase in the prevalence of bronchial asthma in India over the last two decades. Major depressive disorder is the most common mood disorder with a life-time prevalence in general population estimated to be close to 20%. Depression is a debilitating disease that can cause severe functional impairment and emotional anguish. It is associated with significant income loss, absenteeism from work and increased health-care burden. Materials and Methods: The Study Sample was of Convenience. It was a Descriptive Study All consecutive adult patients, aged 18-64 yrs. , registering for the first time in the Department of Respiratory Medicine with respiratory symptoms suggestive of airway disease were assessed using spirometry. Cases that fulfilled standard spirometric criteria for the diagnosis of asthma entered step two of the case selection process. Patients with features of COPD and/ or history of smoking were excluded at this stage. All asthmatic patients selected through step one underwent comprehensive systemic examination and laboratory investigations (Haematology, Biochemistry) to exclude comorbid general medical conditions such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, thyroid dysfunction, etc. All asthmatic patients without co-morbid general medical conditions were taken up for assessment of depression using PHQ-9, which is a screening tool for depression and later diagnosis of depression was confirmed using ICD-10 criteria. Statistic was only descriptive analysis. Results: In the sample of 170 asthma patients, 150 patients had depressive disorders (Total prevalence- 58%; 17%- mild, 23%- moderate, 13%- moderately severe, 4%- severe depression). Majority of them being married, belonging to rural background and of lower- and upper-lower income. Female population having predominance. Mean age group being 30 for males and 35 for females. Conclusion: The study suggests that patients with asthma have high prevalence of depression. The results indicate the need to screen all asthma patients for depression and other psychiatric comorbidities and treat them appropriately to improve their quality of life.
Phosphorus/reduced graphene oxide nanocomposite for high-performance anode of sodium-ion batteries

The red phosphorus is considered as a promising anode material for sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) due to its high theoretical capacity of 2596 mAh/g. However, red phosphorus suffers from some limitations, such as low electronic conductivity, and huge volume expansion in the process of discharging. Herein, we report a high-performance anode with red phosphorus (rP)/reduced graghene oxide (rGO) nanocomposite via vaporization-condensation method. The resulting nanostructured rP is uniformly distributed on the surfaces of rGO. The obtained rP/rGO anode achieves high reversibility (76.85% initial columbic efficiency), high specific discharge capacity (1582.3 mAh/g at 260 mA/g), stable cycling performances (60.2% capacity retention after 50 cycles), and high rate performances (up to 7800 mA/g current density). These high performances of our nanocomposite materials suggest that the rP/rGO anode is of great potential for future high energy SIBs. Copyright © 2018 VBRI Press.
Fabrication of single phase 2D homologous perovskite microplates by mechanical exfoliation

The two-dimensional (2D) Ruddlesden–Popper type perovskites have attracted intensive interest for their great environmental stability and various potential optoelectronic applications. Fundamental understanding of the photophysical and electronic properties of the 2D perovskites with pure single phase is essential for improving the performance of the optoelectronic devices and designing devices with new architectures. Investigating the optical and electronic properties of these materials with pure single phase is required to obtain pure single phase 2D perovskites. Here, we report on an alternative approach to fabricate (C4H9NH3)2(CH3NH3)n−1PbnI3n+1 microplates with pure single n-number perovskite phase for n > 2 by mechanical exfoliation. Micro-photoluminescence and absorption spectroscopy studies reveal that the as-synthesized 2D perovskite plates for n > 2 are comprised by dominant n-number phase and small inclusions of hybrid perovskite phases with different n values, which is supported by excitation power dependent photoluminescence. By mechanical exfoliation method, 2D perovskite microplates with the thickness of around 20 nm are obtained, which surprisingly have single n-number perovskite phase for n = 2–5. In addition, we have demonstrated that the exfoliated 2D perovskite microplates can be integrated with other 2D layered materials such as boron nitride, and are able to be transferred to prefabricated electrodes for photodetections. Our studies not only provide a strategy to prepare 2D perovskites with a single n-number perovskite phase allowing us to extract the basic optical and electronic parameters of pure phase perovskites, but also demonstrate the possibility to integrate the 2D perovskites with other 2D layered materials to extend the device’s functionalities.
Quality assessment of treated wastewater to be reused in agriculture

In this study, the quality of a treated wastewater for agricultural and irrigation purposes was investigated. 39 quality parameters were investigated at the entrance of an effluent channel to the destination plain in monthly time intervals during a year. The aim of this study was drawing an analogy between analyses results and the latest standards in the world (nationwide and internationally), the agricultural and irrigation usage indexes and the Wilcox diagram. The results showed that some parameters such as turbidity, total suspended solids, electrical conductivity, sodium, detergents, total coliform and focal coliform, ammonium, residual sodium carbonate, the Kelly’s Ratio and the Wilcox diagram were exceeding the permissible limit and are not suitable for agriculture and irrigation. It was found that the aquifers in the study area were polluted by natural salinity and geogenic source. As a result, application of the treated wastewater from Qom for agriculture and irrigation purposes needs to be revised and monitored. An action plan is also needed to manage a huge source of water and to avoid further environmental and health risks.
Non-isothermal TGA study on the combustion reaction kinetics and mechanism of low-rank coal char

In this paper, the combustion reaction kinetics of pyrolysis char of low-rank coal is studied by thermal analysis technology. For the combustion process of the char at different heating rates, the reaction kinetic parameters were calculated by three common mode-free methods (FWO method, KAS method and Starink method); the reaction model was determined by Malek method and Popescu method. Research shows that activation energy Eα of char combustion calculated by the three methods was 110.66–70.31 kJ mol−1, 104.35–59.60 kJ mol−1 and 104.34–59.99 kJ mol−1, respectively, and the activation energy decreased with increasing conversion rates. There is a compensation effect between the activation energy and pre-exponential factor of char combustion. Results of the kinetic analysis by Malek method and Popescu method both indicated that the Avrami–Erofeev equation (n = 3/2) (f(α) = 3/2(1 − α)[−ln(1 − α)]1/3) controlled by nucleation and nuclei growth models is the most probable reaction model of char combustion.
Can malaria protein fight cancer

Cancer risk depends on a combination of our genes, environment and other aspects of our lives, many of which we can control. Surgery, radiation and chemotherapy are often effective at treating people with a solid tumor, but once the cancer has spread and formed tiny tumors at distant sites, chances for a successful recovery are dismal.Recently, it was discovered that the malaria parasite, Plasmodium falciparum produce and present a malarial protein called VAR2CSA, which bind a type of sugar molecule exclusively found in the placenta. It was found that the exact same sugar molecule structure is also found in most cancer cells. Both molecules are a type of chondroitin sulfate. The VAR2CSA only adhere in the placenta and do not bind to chondroitin sulfate expressed elsewhere in the body. In tumors, placental-like chondroitin sulfate chains are linked to a limited repertoire of cancer-associated proteoglycans including CD44 and CSPG4. The recombinant VAR2CSA (rVAR2) protein localizes to tumors in vivo and rVAR2 fused to diphtheria toxin or conjugated to hemiasterlin compounds strongly inhibits in vivo tumor cell growth and metastasis.
PERBANDINGAN ALGORITMA KNUTH-MORRIS-PRATT DAN BOYER MOORE DENGAN METODE PERBANDINGAN EKSPONENSIAL PADA APLIKASI KAMUS BAHASA INDONESIA – JERMAN BERBASIS ANDROID

Algoritma pencocokan string pencarian kata pada Kamus Bahasa Asing dengan menggunakan Algoritma pencocokan kata. Penelitian ini untuk mengetahui Algoritma yang lebih baik diantara Algoritma Knuth Morris Pratt dan Algoritma Boyer Moore untuk proses pencocokan. Pencocokan kata merupakan bagian penting dari sebuah proses pencarian kata dalam sebuah dokumen. Algoritma pencocokan kata yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Algoritma Knuth Morris Pratt dan Boyer Moore. Algoritma Knuth Morris Pratt melakukan perbandingan teks dan pola dimulai dari kiri ke kanan sedangkan Algoritma Boyer Moore melakukan perbandingan teks dan pola dimulai dari kanan ke kiri, tetapi pergeseran window tetap dari kiri ke kanan. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Algoritma KnuthMorris-Pratt lebih cepat dibandingkan Algoritma Boyer-Moore untuk proses pencarian kata. Untuk mendapatkan hasil yang terbaik dalam perbandingan dari kedua algortima pada penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui algoritma yang mana proses pencarian dan cara kerjanya lebih cepat dengan memanfaatkan metode perbandingan eksponensial (MPE) sebagai metode pengambilan keputusan dalam menentukan hasil perbandingannya. Kata Kunci : String Matching, Algoritma Knuth-Morris-Pratt, Algoritma Boyer-Moore, Metode Perbandingan Eksponensial, Kamus, Android.
Influence of Work Motivation and Use of Information Technology on Sleman Yogyakarta Farmers Performance

: Food security programs based on food independence and sovereignty supported by integrated food availability, distribution, and consumption subsystems are one of the government's efforts to strengthen national food security. Farmers, as the main actors in supplying food supplies, are interesting subjects to study. This study aims to reconfirm the influence between work motivation and the use of information technology on individual performance based on previous research with different research objects. The population in this study were all farmers registered as members of farmer groups in each region. The sampling technique is the accidental sampling method and obtained 102 farmer respondents who filled out the questionnaire. The results state that this study supports previous findings, which state that 1) work motivation has a positive influence on farmers 'performance, 2) the use of information technology has a positive effect on farmers' performance. By building self-motivation through rewards that are expected to be adjusted to personal goals so that the performance of individuals will increase due to the motivation for personal goals that they want to obtain. While the use of technology increases individual performance by looking at the more dominant frequency of using information technology compared to other technology utilization indicators.
LEAN Manufacturing and Firm Performance in the Palm-Oil Industries in Delta State, Nigeria

Purpose: The paper aims to examine the effects of LEAN manufacturing practices on a firm's performance, considering lean culture as a moderating variable in Delta state's palm oil industries. Design/Methodology/Approach: This study's sample was Palm oil industries located in Delta state and has been in existence for over ten years. Data were gathered through a survey of four hundred and thirty-three (433), and two hundred and four (204) were used to test the hypothesis. The study used the structural equation model to analyze the quantitative data generated from the four points Likert scale questionnaire. Findings: We found that lean manufacturing proxied by empowerment, training, and development has a positive and statistically significant effect on a firm's performance in terms of product quality. Results proved that the lean culture had a negative impact on a firm's performance. Practical Implications: Managers of organizations should consider the cultural background of the employees and where the organization is located to avert its negative impacts on the firm's performance. Originality: The novelty of testing lean culture as a moderating variable on the relationship between lean manufacturing and firm performance.
Characterization of Ion Substituted Calcium Phosphate Apatites Produced via Sol-Gel Method

Hydroxyapatite (HA) is one of the most popular biomaterial which has a wide variety of applications. Although HA biomaterials superior properties, dissolution behavior and implant stability properties of HA needs to be improved. One of the promising solution for these problems is incorporating Flourine (F) and Zinc (Zn) ions into HA structure. Sol-gel technique which has an effortless process control procedure, emerged as an ideal candidate for producing ion doped HA powders. Pure, F and Zn substituted HA powders obtained through sol-gel technique and SEM, EDX, XRD and FTIR analysis were performed. Results showed that F and Zn substitution into HA lattice was successful.
Refugee-Host Proximity and Market Creation in Uganda

Abstract Many refugees remain for long time in host countries and to assess their impact on the welfare of local communities is essential for policy design. We focus on Uganda, a country that hosts the largest number of refugees in SSA. We analyse whether and to what extent the proximity to refugees increases the welfare and the level of economic activity of hosting-community households by generating incentives for economic exchanges. To measure the potential of interaction we use the distance between hosting-community and refugee households and we test the robustness of our results by implementing different approaches. We conclude that, beyond the possible effects due to the benefits provided by the agencies caring for refugees, the direct interaction between them and the hosts generates an increase in both the level and the types of the economic activity carried out by the hosts. However, the market creation is limited to a radius of approximately 5 kilometres.
Investigations on Antithrombin III in Normal Plasma and Serum

Summary. Studies on antithrombin III (AT‐III) were made by a modification of the two dimensional crossed immunoelectrophoresis technique and gel filtration. Mixing various quantities of heparin with agarose in the first phase of electro‐phoresis, AT‐III from normal human plasma and serum revealed a heterogeneity which depended on the heparin concentration in the agarose gel. At heparin concentrations higher than 16 u/ml, AT‐III displayed three components with different electrophoretic mobilities. The component with the highest mobility (designated immunoantithrombin III1: IAT‐III1) dominated in plasma. In normal serum, however, the quantity of this component was decreased and the two other peaks with a slower electrophoretic mobility (IAT‐III2 and IAT‐III3) became more evident.
ADSORPTION, DESORPTION OF PENDIMETHALIN, ALACHLOR AND FLUCHLORALIN IN SWELL SHRINK SOILS

ADSORPTION, DESORPTION OF PENDIMETHALIN, ALACHLOR AND FLUCHLORALIN IN SWELL SHRINK SOILS By Anjali L. Kulkarni A candidate for the degree of MASTER OF SCIENCE Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, R a h u r i 4 1 3 722 2004 Research Guide : Dr. A.D. Kadlag Department : Agricultural Chemistry and Soil Science The adsorption desorption of pendimethalin, alachlor and fluchloralin were studied on Otur and Ras tapur soil series of Vertisol and Pargaon and Sibneri soil series of Entisol in laboratory during 2003-04. The surface soil samples (0-15 cm) from two soil series of each soil order were collected from Central Campus Farm, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri. The soil series of Vertisol showed the highest adsorption of pendimethalin (93.67 %), fluchloralin (89.15 %) and alachlor (88.05 %). The adsorption isotherms were of S type in all the soil series. The soil series of Vertisol did not show
EFFECT OF WHEAT OFFAL LEVELS AND ENZYME SUPPLEMENTATION ON DRY MATTER INTAKE AND NUTRIENT DIGESTIBILITY OF BROILER CHICKENS

This study was conducted to evaluate the effect of graded levels of wheat offal diets supplemented with or without hemi-cell enzyme on dry matter intake and digestibility coefficient of broiler chickens. Two hundred and eighty eight (288) day old broiler chicks were allocated to eight dietary treatments (n=36/treatment) in a in a 4 x 2 factorial arrangement in a completely randomized design. The experiment involved the replacement of maize with wheat offal at four levels of inclusion 0, 10, 15, and 20, with or without hemi-cell enzyme supplementation. The result showed that dry matter intake and digestibility was higher on the wheat offal levels than the control. Broilers on 20% wheat offal and control diet had significantly (P<0.001) higher crude protein digestibility than 10 and 15% wheat offal levels. Crude fibre and ether extract digestibility were significantly higher on 20% wheat offal level than the other levels while NFE digestibility was higher on 10% wheat offal level. Hemi-cell ® enzyme supplementation of wheat offal diets improved dry matter intake, crude protein digestibility, crude fibre digestibility and NFE digestibility. The enzyme supplemented wheat offal levels of 15 and 20% diets were better utilized leading to higher improvement in broiler performance in the experimental groups. The results of this study showed that hemi-cell ® enzyme could improve performance, increase ileal nutrient digestibility with reduction in feed intake and higher profit, hence a reduction in feed cost.