Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Steel slag filters to upgrade phosphorus removal in small wastewater treatment plants

This thesis aimed at developing the use of electric arc furnace steel slag (EAF-slag) and basic oxygen furnace steel slag (BOF-slag) in filters designed to upgrade phosphorus (P) removal in small wastewater treatment plants. An integrated approach was followed, with investigation at different scales: (i) Batch experiments were performed to establish an overview of the P removal capacities of steel slag produced in Europe, and then to select the most suitable samples for P removal; (ii)Continuous flow column experiments were performed to investigate the effect of various parameters including slag size and composition, and column design on treatment and hydraulic performances of lab-scale slag filters; (iii)Finally, field experiments were performed to investigate hydraulic and treatment performances of demonstration scale slag filters designed to remove P from the effluent of a constructed wetland. The experimental results indicated that the major mechanism of P removal was related toCaO-slag dissolution followed by precipitation of Caphosphate and recrystallisation into hydroxyapatite (HAP). Over 100 weeks of continuous feeding of a synthetic Psolution (mean inlet total P 10.2 mg P/L), columns filled with small-size slag (6-12 mm BOF-slag; 5-16 mm EAFslag)removed >98% of inlet total P, whereas columnsfilled with big-size slag (20-50 mm BOF-slag and 20-40mm EAF-slag) removed 56 and 86% of inlet total P,respectively. Most probably, the smaller was the size ofslag, the greater was the specific surface for CaO-slagdissolution and adsorption of Ca phosphate precipitates.Field experiments confirmed that EAF-slag and BOF-slagare efficient substrate for P removal from the effluent of aconstructed wetland (mean inlet total P 8.3 mg P/L). Overa period of 85 weeks of operation, EAF-slag removed 36%of inlet total P, whereas BOF-slag removed 59% of inlettotal P. P removal efficiencies increased with increasing temperature and void hydraulic retention time (HRTv),most probably because the increase in temperature and HRTv affected the rate of CaO dissolution and Caphosphate precipitation. However, it was found that longHRTv (>3 days) may produce high pH of the effluents(>9), as the result of excessive CaO-slag dissolution. However, the results of field experiments demonstrated that at shorter HRTv (1-2 days), slag filters produced pH that were elevated only during the first 5 weeks of operation, and then stabilized below a pH of 9. Finally, a dimensioning equation based on the experimental results was proposed.
Effect of staggered sowing and foliar spray of fertilizer on seed yield and quality of pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum L.) hybrid GHB 905

A field experiment was conducted during summer seasons of 2018 on loamy sand soil at Regional Research Station Farm, Anand Agricultural University, Anand, Gujarat to study the effect of staggered sowing and foliar spray of fertilizer on seed yield and quality of pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum L.) hybrid GHB 905. The experiment was laid out in split plot design with nine treatment combinations and four replications. The results revealed that sowing of male parent by four days earlier to female and foliar spray of urea @ 2% on male parent at 25 DAS recorded less number of days to 50% flowering in male (49.25 days) and it also recorded significantly higher ear head length (25.44 cm), ear head girth (9.03 cm), number of seeds per ear head (2048), ear head weight (25.80 g), seed weight per ear head (18.28 g), test weight (7.88 g) and hybrid seed yield (2172 kg/ha). Higher seed quality traits viz., seed germination (84.25%), seedling root length (14.75 cm), seedling shoot length (3.95 cm), seedling dry weight (38.62 mg), seedling vigour index I (1575) and seedling vigour index II (3254) with higher net returns of ₹ 106020/ha and BCR of 4.70 were also reported under same treatment combination.
Platelet-Rich Plasma versus Corticosteroid Injections in Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain: A Comparative Study with Up to 18 Months of Follow-Up

Purpose: Given the complications involved in corticosteroid (CS) injections, subacromial platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections may provide a valid alternative to CS in the treatment of rotator cuff related shoulder pain (RCRSP). Methods: We retrospectively reviewed a total of 98 patients affected by RCRSP who were treated with either subacromial injection of PRP or CS. The PRP group received three injections of autologous PRP at two weeks interval, and the CS group received one injection of CS. Western Ontario Rotator Cuff Index (WORC) was the primary outcome measure, while secondary outcome measures were the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), Range of Motion (ROM) and need for cuff repair surgery, which were analyzed at interval of 6, 12, and 18 months.Results: A total of 75 patients were included in the analysis (PRP n = 35, CS n = 40). Mean follow-up was (PRP 21.1 ± 8.7 months vs CS 33.6 ± 16.3 months, p <0.001). Both groups showed improvement in WORC, VAS and ROM. No significant differences were detected between the two groups in any of the primary (WORC) or secondary outcomes during 6, 12 and 18 months (all p > 0.05). No adverse events were detected.Conclusion: Both treatments improve RCRSP patient’s symptoms, but none of them seems to result in a significant better outcome in this series of patients. PRP can be a safe and feasible alternative to CS in treatment of RCRSP even at long follow-up, to reduce local and systemic effects involved with CS injections.
New side chain ferroelectric liquid crystalline polymers based on (2S, 3S)-2-chloro-3-methylpentanoic acid: synthesis and phase behaviour

The synthesis of four new chiral mesogenic monomers (M1–M4) and side chain ferroelectric liquid crystalline polymers containing (2S, 3S)-2-chloro-3-methylpentanoate is described. The chemical structures and phase behaviour of the monomers and polymers obtained in this study were characterised by Fourier transform infrared, proton nuclear magnetic resonance, polarising optical microscopy, differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric analysis and X-ray diffraction. The selective reflection of light was investigated with ultraviolet/visible (UV/Vis). Their structure–mesomorphism relationships were discussed. M1 and P1 all showed a chiral smectic C (SmC*) phase. M2 and M3 revealed a SmC* phase and cholesteric phase, while their corresponding polymers P2 and P3 revealed a SmC* phase and smectic A (SmA) phase. M4 only exhibited a cholesteric phase, whereas the corresponding polymers P4 showed a SmA phase. Moreover, the selective reflection of light shifted to the long-wavelength region at the SmC* phase range and to the short-wavelength region at the cholesteric range with increasing temperature, respectively. The results seemed to demonstrate that the tendency towards melting temperature (Tm), glass transition temperature (Tg), isotropic temperature (Ti) and mesophase range for the monomers and polymers increased by increasing the mesogenic core rigidity or the number of phenyl ring. The polymerisation effect could lead to higher liquid crystalline to isotropic phase transition temperature, wider mesophase range and more ordered smectic phase formed. In addition, all the obtained polymers had a very good thermal stability and the corresponding Td increased by increasing the number of phenyl ring.
EVALUATION OF FOUR NEWLY INTRODUCED MANGO (MANGIFERAINDICA L.) CULTIVARS GROWN UNDER EL-GIZA CONDITIONS

Mango Mangifera indica L. , is the third major fruit crop of Egypt. Four newly introduced mango cultivars, namely Aya, Kasturi, Maya and Omer grown in a private mango orchard at El-Giza region, were evaluated during two successive seasons of 2018 and 2019. Flowering and harvesting dates, growth characters, yield per tree, biennial bearing index and fruit physical and chemical properties were determined. The evaluation indicates that Omer cv. was the earlier cultivar in terms of flowering date, while Aya and Kasturi cvs. were observed to be the earlier cultivars of harvest date. The highest significant values of leaf area and the number of panicles per 10 branches were recorded with Omer cv. Omer cv. also recorded the highest yield per tree. The four cultivars under study were regular in bearing since the highest percentage of the biennial bearing index was only (8.59 %). The highest values of pulp percentage were recorded with Omer and Kasturicvs. Maya cultivar showed the heaviest seed followed by Kasturi cultivar during the two seasons. As for fruit pulp firmness, Aya cv. recorded the highest significant values at the maturity and the ripe stagesin the two seasons. Omer cv. recorded the lowest total acidity percentages in both seasons. The highest value of T.S. S. in the fruit juice (19.07 %) was recorded for Maya cv. in the two seasons. Maya cv. also exhibited the highest significant values of total sugars, total phenols and vitamin C during both seasons. The study revealed the important of these cultivars for mango breeding to satisfy the local and export market requirements.
A cancer-promoting role of miR-144 in esophageal cancer by targeting PTEN

PTEN inhibits the activity of PI3K/AKT and is a tumor suppressor in several tumors. Elevated miR-144 expression is related to esophageal cancer. Bioinformatics analysis showed a relationship between miR-144 and PTEN mRNA. This study investigated miR-144’s role in esophageal cancer cells. The tumor tissues and adjacent tissues of esophageal cancer patients were collected. The dual luciferase reporter gene assay assessed the interaction between miR-144 and PTEN. miR-144 and PTEN expression in normal esophageal epithelial HEEC cells, esophageal cancer Eca109 and KYSE150 cells were measured by real-time PCR. Eca109 cells were divided into miR-NC group and miR-144 inhibitor group followed by analysis of PTEN and p-AKT expression by western blot, cell apoptosis and proliferation by flow cytometry. Compared with adjacent tissues, miR-144 expression was elevated in esophageal cancer tissues, while PTEN expression was decreased. There was a targeted relationship between miR-144 and PTEN. Compared with HEEC cells, miR-144 expression was elevated in Eca109 and KYSE150 cells, and PTEN expression was decreased. Transfection of miR-144 inhibitor increased PTEN expression in Eca109 cells, decreased p-AKT expression, inhibited cell proliferation and increased apoptosis. Increased miR-144 expression reduces PTEN expression and promotes the pathogenesis of esophageal cancer. Inhibition of miR-144 up-regulates PTEN expression, inhibits PI3K/AKT signal pathway, and reduces the proliferation and increased apoptosis of esophageal cancer cells.
Moisture sources contribute to precipitation change in the Three
Gorges Reservoir Region during 1979–2015

Abstract. Precipitation change in the Three Gorges Reservoir Region (TGRR) plays a critical role in the operation and regulation of the Three Gorges Dam (TGD) as well as the protection of residents and properties. The potential impacts of the TGD on local and regional circulation patterns, especially the precipitation patterns, have received considerable attention since its construction. However, how the moisture transport affects the precipitation change in the TGRR spatially and temporally remains obscure. In this study, we investigate the long-term moisture sources of precipitation as well as their contributions to the precipitation change over the TGRR using an atmospheric moisture tracking model. Results suggest that although with seasonal variation, the moisture contributing to the TGRR precipitation primarily originate from the areas southwest of the TGRR dominated by the Indian summer monsoon. In particular, the sources with the highest annual moisture contribution are the southwestern part of the Yangtze River Basin and the southeastern tip of the Tibetan Plateau (TP). On average, 41 %, 56 %, and 3 % of the TGRR precipitation originate from ocean, land, and local recycling, respectively. In addition, the decreased precipitation over the TGRR during 1979–2015 is mainly attributed to the significantly decreased moisture contribution from the source regions southwest of the TGRR (especially around the southeastern tip of the TP). Compared to dry years, the higher precipitation in the TGRR during wet years is contributed by the extra moisture from the southwestern source regions delivered by the intensified southwesterly monsoon winds.
Collaborative Programming of Conditional Robot Tasks

Conventional robot programming methods are not suited for non-experts to intuitively teach robots new tasks. For this reason, the potential of collaborative robots for production cannot yet be fully exploited. In this work, we propose an active learning framework, in which the robot and the user collaborate to incrementally program a complex task. Starting with a basic model, the robot’s task knowledge can be extended over time if new situations require additional skills. An on-line anomaly detection algorithm therefore automatically identifies new situations during task execution by monitoring the deviation between measured- and commanded sensor values. The robot then triggers a teaching phase, in which the user decides to either refine an existing skill or demonstrate a new skill. The different skills of a task are encoded in separate probabilistic models and structured in a high-level graph, guaranteeing robust execution and successful transition between skills. In the experiments, our approach is compared to two state-of-the-art Programming by Demonstration frameworks on a real system. Increased intuitiveness and task performance of the method can be shown, allowing shop-floor workers to program industrial tasks with our framework.
Attachment and Age As Predictors of the Emotional Maturity of University Students

This study aims to determine the impact of chronological age and attachment (parent and peer) on the emotional maturity of university students. This research is a quantitative study with correlational research. This research uses over 300 students from the State University of Malang. The sampling technique used is multistage purposive sampling. The instruments used in this study were Armsden and Greenberg’s adaptation of IPPA-R Attachment scale made and Murray’s emotional maturity scale. The results show that there is a chronological age impact on the emotional maturity partially with p-value = 0,010, p < 0.05. they also indicate there is an attachment impact on the emotional maturity partially with p-value = 0.000, p < 0.05. Finally, the findings suggest there is an impact of chronological age and attachment simultaneously against the emotional maturity with p-value = 0.000, p < 0.05 and the contributes of 10.7%, where the chronological age contributes of 2% and attachment contributes of 8.7%. Keywords: chronological age; mother attachment, father attachment, peer attachment, emotional maturity, university student
Static Condition Differences in Conventional and Inclined Air-Curtain Range Hood Flow and Spillage Characteristics

Abstract Flow and spillage characteristics of conventional and air-curtain range hoods under static condition were experimentally studied, and their differences in physical mechanisms were compared. Two oil pans containing hot oils heated to 230°C by electric heaters were placed on a countertop to simulate the cooking condition. Large amount of oil fumes were generated and rose from the oil pans. Flow features were examined using laser-light-sheet-assisted oil fume flow visualization method. Local-averaged spillages of tracer gas (sulfur hexafluoride) in the front and lateral planes of the range hoods were detected by employing the tracer-gas concentration detection technique. For the conventional range hood, the flow visualization showed two most probable locations for spillages: the region near the front edge of countertop due to the boundary-layer separation and the region around the lower edge of the hood side panels due to the expansion effect of hot plumes. Detected local-averaged tracer-gas concent.
CONTRIBUTION OF BANJAR ULAMA IN THE DEVELOPMENTOF ISLAMIC EDUCATION (KHOJIR) 247 CONTRIBUTION OF BANJAR ULAMA IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ISLAMIC EDUCATION IN SAMARINDA CITY

Samarinda is a multi-ethnic city, and there are various urban Ulama in Samarinda such as Javanese, Banjar, Bugis, and Madurese Ulama. Urban Ulama has made a significant contribution to the development of Islam. This research specifically examined the contribution of Banjar Ulama in the development of Islamic education. The purpose of this article was to determine the contribution of Banjar Ulama to Islamic Education in Samarinda City. This research used a qualitative study with a historical-phenomenological approach. The data sources were from Banjar figures, Paguyuban Banjar, and Banjar Ulama and data collection procedures were done through in-depth interviews and documentation. Data were analyzed using qualitative analysis, namely data reduction, presentation and concluding. The results showed that Banjar Ulama contributed to the development of Islamic education in Samarinda City. The contribution was 1) establishing various types of Majelis Ta’lim in various cities of Samarinda; 2) functioning the mosque as a community education centre (congregation); 3) establishing formal education in madrasah and Islamic universities; 4) founding the first Islamic boarding school in Samarinda; 5) writing books as a reference in providing material in Majelis Ta’lim and the general public. Therefore, the results of this research were the evidence that the Banjar Ulama contributed in real terms to the development of education in Samarinda City. Abstrak: Samarinda merupakan kota multi etnis dan terdapat berbagai Ulama urban di Samarinda seperti Ulama Jawa, Banjar, Bugis, Madura. Ulama urban mempunyai kontribusi yang signifikan dalam pengembangan Islam. Penelitian ini secara khusus mengkaji kontribusi Ulama Banjar dalam pengembangan Pendidikan Islam. Tujuan penulisan artikel ini adalah untuk mengetahui kontribusi Ulama Banjar dalam Pendidikan Islam di Kota Samarinda. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan historis-fenomenologis. Sumber data digali dari para tokoh Banjar, Paguyuban Banjar, dan Ulama keturanan Banjar. Metode penggalian data yaitu wawancara mendalam dan dokumentasi. Analisis data menggunakan analisis kualitatif yaitu reduksi data, penyajian dan penarikan kesmpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Ulama Banjar berkontribusi pada pengembangan pendidikan Islam di Kota Samarinda. Bentuk kontribusinya yaitu 1) mendirikan berbagai jenis mejelis Ta’lim diberbagai kota Samarinda; 2) memfungsikan masjid sebagai pusat pendidikan masyarakat (jamaah); 3) mendirikan Pendidikan formal berupa madrasah dan perguruan tinggi Islam; 4) mendirikan pesantren pertama di Samarinda; 5) menulis kitab sebagai referensi dalam memberikan materi dalam Majelis Ta’limmaupun masyarakat umum. Dengan hasi penelitian tersebut membuktikan bahwa Ulama Banjar berkontribusi secara riil pada pengembangan Pendidikan di Kota Samarinda.
Measurement error analysis of surface-bonded distributed fiber-optic strain sensor subjected to linear gradient strain: Theory and experimental validation

Strain transfer analysis is an important means of correcting the measurement error of embedded or surface-bonded distributed fiber-optic sensors, but the effect of host strain patterns has not been well elucidated. Here, a theoretical model for strain transfer analysis of surface-bonded multi-layered fiber-optic sensor subjected to a linear gradient strain was established. Closed-form solutions were obtained for both singleand bi-linear strain distributions, and, in particular, a simple method was described for determining the strain transfer coefficient at the turning point of a bi-linear type strain. The presented model was validated through laboratory testing with high-spatial resolution strain profiles acquired by optical frequency-domain reflectometry. Furthermore, parametric analyses were performed to investigate the influences of mechanical and geometrical properties of protective and adhesive layers on the strain transfer performance, shading light on the design, installation, and measurement error correction of fiber-optic sensors after accounting for the effect of host strain distribution.
The Impact of United States Tax Policies on Sectoral Foreign Direct Investment to Asia

Using panel data at the country and sector level spanning almost 15 years, this paper shows that the corporate income tax rate does not affect the United States’ inward foreign direct investment once market size, costs, openness, and the business environment, are taken into account. This is true for United States foreign direct investment bound to developing Asia and across most sectors.
All-metal ultrahigh vacuum optical fiber feedthrough

We describe the design and performance of an inexpensive bakeable ultrahigh vacuum-compatible metal-sealed optical fiber feedthrough. A machined aluminum plug replaces the forward ferrule of an otherwise unmodified Swagelok stainless steel compression fitting to make a seal to seven parallel aluminum-jacketed quartz optical fibers. We have found this design to be leak tight to 10−9 cm3/min helium after baking repeatedly to 250 °C. The feedthrough my be disassembled by removing the fiber-and-plug assembly and then reassembled without creating leaks.
IMPACT OF EXOGENOUS ARGININE ON BIOCHEMICAL TRAITS OF WHEAT PLANT UNDER H2O2 STRESS

Wheat plants were planted in pots of silt loam soil under the conditions of the green house. To examine the Interaction impact between H2O2 (0, 10, 20 and 40) mM and three levels of L-arginine (0, 5 and 10) mM. In antioxidant enzymes activity Superoxide dismutase-SOD, Peroxidase-POD, Catalase-CAT, Ascorbate peroxidase-APX, Glutathione peroxidase-GPX and Glutathione reductase-GR. It was measured in wheat leaves. The results showed that increasing H2O2 from 0 to 40 mM significant increased the SOD, POD, CAT, APX, GPX and RG activity. Under all concentrations of H2O2 increment in Larginine levels from 0 to 10 mM promoted significant increment inSOD, POD, CAT, APX and GPX activity, except GR decreased. The impact of the association among H2O2 and L-arginine at 40 and 10 mM. Respectively, was sure given the most noteworthy qualities in antioxidant enzymes activity.
Diagnostic Value of the Circulating Tumor Cells and Circulating Tumor-Derived Endothelial Cells Detection for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

【Abstract】 Effective biomarkers are essential to the early diagnosis of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Herein, a retrospective study of 49 newly diagnosed and recurrent NSCLC patients, 31 patients with benign pulmonary disease and 24 healthy volunteers was conducted, to evaluate the diagnostic value of circulating rare cells for NSCLC. The expression of circulating tumor cells (CTCs) and circulating tumor-derived endothelial cells (CTECs) in peripheral blood were measured by subtraction enrichment-immunostaining-fluorescence in situ hybridization (SE-iFISH). The level of CTCs (P<0.001) and CTECs (P<0.001) was significantly higher in NSCLC group than that in benign pulmonary disease group. The proportion of small CTCs (P<0.001) and CTECs (P<0.0001) significantly increased from benign lung disease individuals to NSCLC patients. The AUC of ROC curves of total CTCs and CTECs were 0.815 (95%CI: 0.722~0.907), 0.739 (95%CI: 0.618~0.860), respectively. The cut-off values for discriminating NSCLC with benign lung disease patients were total CTCs 11.5 units/6ml and total CTECs 10.5 units/6ml, with sensitivity and specificity being 67.3% and 83.9%, 77.6% and 77.4%, respectively. When CTCs and CTECs were combined, predictive value significantly increased to 82.6% as measured by the area under the curve. Small CTCs and triploid CTCs had high positive predictive value (PPV) and positive likelihood ratio (LR+) of the diagnosis of NSCLC in early stage. CTCs and CTECs can not only be used as new biomarkers for the diagnosis of NSCLC, but can also improve diagnostic performance of the early stage NSCLC. Moreover, the combined examination of CTCs and CTECs is be superior to the single.