Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
A Review on Use of Micronutrients in Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Crops

In recent years, micronutrients gained profound significance in intensive cropping system for attaining higher yield and productivity. Micronutrients (Fe, Cu, Zn, Mn, B, Cl, Mo and Ni) are regarded as essential plant nutrients taken up by the plants in relatively lesser quantity. The importance of micronutrients in agriculture is truly well recognized and their uses have significantly contributed to the increased productivity of several crops (Tripathi et al., 2015). The adequate supply of micronutrients with macronutrients increases the yield and quality of production. The continuous use of high analysis fertilizers to gain the higher production disturbs the nutrient balance in International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences ISSN: 2319-7706 Volume 9 Number 5 (2020) Journal homepage: http://www.ijcmas. com
The e-consumer in light of the perceived value theory: A study on the acceptance of mobile commerce

With the advancement of technologies and devices such as smartphones that allow connection to the internet, other forms of online consumption have emerged. E-commerce, once defined as a computer-mediated trading market, has turned into mobile commerce, or m-commerce, an abbreviated form of the term. However, not all consumers are willing to adopt this new format to consume products and services. The consumer tends to have the intention to consume products and services in which he or she perceives added value in the exchange process. Therefore, this study sought to analyze the antecedent factors of the perceived value and how these factors influence the intention to purchase m-commerce via cell phones. In methodological terms, the data collection was performed through the application of online questionnaires with the help of the Google Forms tool, with 452 of the questionnaires being validated. Constructs from Theories and Models of acceptance of technology are viewed in this study as the prism through which to analyze the acceptance of m-commerce by consumers. Moreover, they are the predictors for the perceived value. The results showed that the constructs perceived utility, perceived ease of use, relative advantage, compatibility, pleasure, and perceived security have a direct influence on the perceived value. Keywords: smartphones, e-consumer, m-commerce, perceived value.
Drug Cravings and Its Relationship With Family Communication Patterns and Resiliency Through the Mediatory Role of Difficulty in Cognitive Emotion Regulation

Background: Clients visiting Methadone Maintenance Treatment (MMT) clinics frequently face relapse during treatment. The present study was done to investigate the relationship between family communication patterns and resiliency and craving for drugs through the mediatory role of difficulty in cognitive emotion regulation among clients treated with methadone. Methods: This descriptive correlational study was done on 213 drug addicts who referred to Ahvaz methadone treatment clinics in 2019, selected using convenience sampling. The research instruments included the Revised Family Communication Patterns (RFCP), the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD-RISC), the Cognitive Emotion Regulation Questionnaire (CERQ), and Craving Beliefs Questionnaire (CBQ). The proposed model was evaluated by path analysis using AMOS software. Results: The results revealed a significant negative relationship between family communication patterns and the craving for drugs (P<0.01). There was a significant negative relationship between resiliency and craving for drugs in clients treated with methadone (P<0.01). Difficulties in cognitive emotion regulation had a mediating role in the relationship between family communication and resiliency with a craving for drugs (P<0.05). Conclusion: According to the results of this study, the proposed model had a good fit. The family communication patterns as the external and environmental factors, and resiliency as an internal and psychological factor, affect control over negative emotions and craving for drugs. Therefore, they must be considered by therapists to keep the client in the process of treatment.
Potency of garlic juice supplementation on some physiological and immunological aspects of broilers exposed to heat stress

The current study aimed to investigate the effect of garlic juice supplementation with broiler drinking water on performance, immune response, lipid profile, blood picture and activity of liver enzymes under heat stress. For this purpose 100 four days aged broiler checks (Ross) were allocated into control (C) and three treatment groups (25 each). All group checks were housed at 5 oC above normal ambient temperature during the experiment. Treatment groups (T1, T2 and T3) checks were supplemented with 0.5, 1 and 1.5 ml/L, respectively, with garlic juice in drinking water (6 hrs a day). Food and water were supplemented ad libitum. Body weights were monitored every five days and blood samples were obtained at 25 days for assessment of blood picture and antibody titers after vaccination, total cholesterol and triglycerides concentrations and activity levels of alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alkaline phosphatase (ALP) were estimated. At 30 days age, T3 group broiler checks reported higher body weights than other groups. Total number of white and red blood cells, hemoglobin concentration, hematocrit levels and ratio of heterocytes to lymphocytes increased significantly in treated groups, whereas significant decline of cholesterol and triglycerides concentrations as well as ALT and AST levels were shown in T3 group broiler checks. Significant increase was shown in the levels of antibody titers against both Newcastle (ND) and infectious bursal disease (IBD) vaccines. In conclusion, treatment of broiler checks early with garlic juice increase broiler performance and immune response against vaccination program and may be protect the broilers from heat stress.
Peningkatan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis melalui Penerapan Pendekatan Pendidikan Matematika Realistik Indonesia (PMRI) pada Pembelajaran Himpunan

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis dan hasil belajar matematika siswa pada materi himpunan. Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) ini dilaksanakan sebanyak dua siklus dengan menerapkan pendekatan Pendidikan Matematika Realistik Indonesia (PMRI). Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah 31 siswa di kelas VII-B MTs Negeri 1 Karanganyar tahun ajaran 2019/2020. Data dikumpulkan melalui tes, observasi, catatan lapangan, dan dokumentasi. Analisis data dilakukan dengan reduksi data, pemaparan data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Sebelum tindakan, kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa berupa menginterpretasi mencapai 48%, menganalisis 42%, mengevaluasi 36%, dan menginferensi 32%. Hasil belajar siswa yang memenuhi Kriteria Ketuntasan Minimal (KKM) sebesar 29%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: (1) Pada siklus I kemampuan menginterpretasi siswa meningkat menjadi 82,07%, menganalisis 71,03%, mengevaluasi 75,86%, dan menginferensi 61,38%. Pada siklus II kemampuan menginterpretasi mencapai 92,41%, menganalisis 77,24%, mengevaluasi 72,41%, dan menginferensi 69,66%. (2) Hasil belajar yang memenuhi KKM meningkat menjadi 75,86% pada siklus I dan 79,31% pada siklus II. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data, dapat disimpulkan bahwa penerapan pendekatan PMRI dapat meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis dan hasil belajar matematika siswa pada materi himpunan.
Thromboxane A2-Induced Inhibition of Voltage-Gated K+ Channels and Pulmonary Vasoconstriction

Voltage-gated K+ channels (KV) and thromboxane A2 (TXA2) play critical roles in controlling pulmonary arterial tone under physiological and pathological conditions. We hypothesized that TXA2 might inhibit KV channels, thereby establishing a link between these two major pathogenic pathways in pulmonary hypertension. The TXA2 analogue U46619 inhibited IK(V) (Emax=56.1±3.9%, EC50=0.054±0.019 μmol/L) and depolarized pulmonary artery smooth muscle cells via activation of TP receptors. In isolated pulmonary arteries, U46619 simultaneously increased intracellular Ca2+ concentration and contractile force, and these effects were inhibited by nifedipine or KCl (60 mmol/L). U46619-induced contractions were not altered by the inhibitors of tyrosine kinase genistein or Rho kinase Y-27632 but were prevented by the nonselective protein kinase C (PKC) inhibitors staurosporine and calphostin C. Furthermore, these responses were sensitive to Go-6983 but insensitive to bisindolylmaleimide I and Go-6976. Based on the speci.
Assessment of serum and salivary adiponectin levels in newly diagnosed Type II diabetes mellitus patients

Background: Adiponectin, an adipocytokine, plays an important role in the development of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) in obese and cardiovascular disease patients, with few studies having observed low plasma concentrations. Persistent low-grade inflammation, an important feature in T2DM and obesity, bears an indirect influence on insulin resistance and insulin secretion and is reflected by increased plasma levels of C-reactive protein (CRP). Thus, low levels of anti-inflammatory cytokine, adiponectin, depicts that inflammation could be the link between T2DM, obesity and adiponectin. Since these factors need to be explored to prevent or adequately treat T2DM, especially among Indian diabetics, this study was undertaken. Also of interest was to assess its salivary concentrations. Aim: This study aimed to assess serum and salivary adiponectin levels in newly diagnosed T2DM individuals along with postprandial blood sugar (PPBS) and glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1C) and high-sensitivity-CRP (hs-CRP). Materials and Methods: Serum and salivary levels of adiponectin, PPBS, HbA1c and hs-CRP were assessed in 30 newly diagnosed T2DM (Group I) individuals and compared with 30 healthy individuals (Group II, healthy control). Glucose oxidase peroxidase, automatic analyzer, turbidimetric immunoassay and ELISA methods were adopted for PPBS, HbA1c, hs-CRP and adiponectin estimation. Results: Statistically significant decrease in mean serum (16.93 ± 3.86) and salivary (24.96 ± 8.21) adiponectin levels, were observed in Group I compared to Group II individuals with a p value of 0.00 and 0.04 respectively. In Group I individuals a significant p value of 0.02 was noted only between salivary adiponectin and PPBS. None of the other parameters correlated significantly with serum adiponectin levels. Conclusion: Decreased serum and salivary adiponectin levels in T2DM furthered the importance of its role in Indian T2DM. Decreased salivary adiponectin levels probably reflected salivary hypofunction. This being the preliminary study in saliva, more studies are required to emphasize its role both as a diagnostic marker and as an anti-inflammatory cytokine in T2DM.
Biological Aspects of Orius similis Zheng Reared on Two Preys at Three Constant Temperatures

Mass-rearing of Orius similis Zheng on two preys, Aphis craccivora Koch and eggs of Corcyra cephalonica Stainton at three constant temperatures (22, 26 and 30 °C) and 60% ± 10% RH and 16:8 L/D photoperiod under laboratory conditions was investigated to study the effect of different temperatures and different preys on the biology of O. similis. The highest survival rate (%) of nymphal stages was 81.14% and the longest oviposition period for females (20.6 d) was recorded at 26 °C. Also, the highest fecundity of female also recorded at 26 °C. The highest rate of nymphal feeding consumption was (122.5 individuals of A. cracivora) also, recorded at 26 °C. As well as, the two preys had significant effects on the biological characteristics of O. similis. The highest survival rate for nymphal stage was recorded when O. similis nymphs fed on A. cracivora. Therefore, the longest survival rate was founded in the nymphs which fed on the individuals of A. cracivora. During the nymphal period of O. similis which consumed more individuals of A. cracivora than the eggs of C. cephalonica. These results on the effect of three constant temperatures and two preys on the biology of O. similis will share to improve the rearing of O. similis in biological control agents in China and share to suppress the population of pests in field and greenhouse.
Intertwining the elemental cycles of iron and carbon: Iron’s influence on the fate and dynamics of organic carbon in the environment

From respiration and DNA synthesis to superparamagnetic nanoparticles, magnetotactic bacteria and old rusty cars, iron is everywhere. Our understanding of iron geochemistry is central to the study of carbon and vice versa as it is nearly impossible to find an environment where these two elements are not conjoined. Iron has a profound effect on the carbon that cycles on geological time scales—in sedimentary rocks, in coal and petroleum deposits, the balance between carbon preservation and remineralization is in part modulated by iron. Approximately 20% of the organic carbon buried in sediments is protected by reducible iron phases, well below the oxic-anoxic limit of the sediment where they are no longer thermodynamically stable. Iron represents a globally important sink for sedimentary organic matter (OM), contributing to maintaining the delicate balance of O2 and CO2 in the atmosphere. Iron also impacts the carbon cycling in active oceanic, atmospheric and lithospheric reservoirs, for example by linking continental erosion to carbon deposition in sediments, and iron-rich riverine discharge and dust deposition to phytoplankton blooms in the middle of the ocean. The association of iron and OM also influences the photoreactivity (Zepp, 2003) and bioavailability (Mackay and Zirino, 1994; Raiswell and Canfield, 2012a), of both elements in aquatic systems. In spite of its significance to high-turnover and refractory carbon, the exact mechanism of interaction between iron and OM is not yet known. We postulate the formation of inner-sphere complexes or coagulates at oxic-anoxic interfaces. We observe preferential sheltering of organic molecules with low C:N atomic ratios and enriched isotopic signatures (δ13C). A novel method, coupling a total organic carbon (TOC) analyzer to an isotope ratio mass spectrometer, was developed to determine the δ13C of the dissolved organic matter that is retained by iron and other minerals. We find that iron phases increase the affinity and adhesion of 13C-enriched dissolved molecules to particulate phases – which has been reported to slow bacterial degradation. Further elucidation of the mechanism of interaction between the 2 elements could be achieved through novel instrumental methods, including TEM microscopy and EXAFS spectroscopy which are used to determine the macrostructural arrangement of iron and OM and the chemical environment surrounding iron atoms in sediments.
THE ROLE OF Al-HISBAH IN IMPLEMENTATION OF BUSINESS ETHICS IN TRADITIONAL MARKETS

This study aims to analyze the implementation of business ethics in traditional markets and analyze the role of al- Hisbah in the implementation of business ethics in the Wonokromo traditional market in Surabaya. This type of research is field research . The data collection methods are observation, interview, and study literature. The research result implies information about the traditional market sellers' understanding of business ethics that very diverse. Although some sellers do not know theoretically about business ethics, they implement the ethical business value because of their obedience to religious values taught by their families. The function of Al- Hisbah in the Wonokromo market has been going well despite some shortcomings that might able to be managed by supervision in terms of price, size/scale, and quality of goods. The implication of this research is its contribution to the development of Islamic Economics science, and input for stakeholders incuding market management and city government who involved in socialization and implementation business ethics at traditional markets.
Distribution of Nulliparous Fertility Traits

Reproductive data of Egyptian Friesian heifers were collected from 1979 to 2013 to study the normality of fertility traits (age at first breeding, age at successful breeding, age at first calving, number of services per conception, conception rate and service period) and to examine environmental factors affecting these traits. A secondary objective was to compare different age at first breeding and its effect on fertility traits of heifers. Age at first breeding, age at successful breeding and age at first calving exhibited symmetrical distribution (bell shape), however number of services per conception, conception rate and service period exhibited lack of symmetrical distribution (L shape). Square root transformation decreased the variability for number of services per conception and conception rate however logarithmic transformation was the best for service period. Youngest heifer at first breeding (13 mo.) needed only one service to be pregnant with zero SP and CR was near to 100%.
Tree crown overlap improves predictions of the functional neighbourhood effects on tree survival and growth

Investigations of forest community structure and dynamics have been facilitated by the use of neighbourhood models that examine the interactions between a focal tree and its neighbours using a fixed radius. However, different studies have chosen different radii without clear reasons, hampering the understanding of mechanisms structuring tree communities. Using functional trait and tree demography data from the Luquillo subtropical forest in Puerto Rico, we compared fixed‐neighbourhood models with a canopy overlap model, in which tree crown overlap is used as an indicator of neighbourhood crowding. Analyses that combine functional trait and demographic data provide a mechanistic understanding of observed patterns of community structure and dynamics as they provide insights into the linkages between phenotypes and the environment. Overall, canopy overlap models had better support when compared to neighbourhood models using a fixed radius, suggesting that the fixed radius approach does not capture the full extent of competitive interactions among trees. Moreover, the effects of functional neighbourhood on tree survival and growth differ depending on the type of approach used and lead to different conclusions with respect to the drivers of tree community dynamics. Synthesis. In summary, our findings highlight the utility of neighbourhood models based on tree crown overlap, and suggest that applying this same approach to different plots and forests will facilitate comparisons across systems and improve our understanding of the mechanisms that drive the structure and dynamics of tree communities.
Randomised Phase 3 Study of Ivosidenib in IDH1-Mutant Chemotherapy-Refractory Cholangiocarcinoma

Isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 ( IDH1 ) mutations occur globally in approximately 13% of patients with intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, a relatively uncommon cancer with a poor clinical outcome. This global phase 3 study was conducted to assess the efficacy and safety of ivosidenib (AG-120)—a small-molecule targeted inhibitor of mutated IDH1 (mIDH1)—in previously treated m IDH1 cholangiocarcinoma. genetic alterations approved targeted therapies in pivotal study of demonstrates a benefit in targeting mIDH1 in patients with advanced m IDH1 cholangiocarcinoma, highlights the clinical relevance of tumour mutation profiling in the management of this rare with poor outcomes. Results from this study and the follow-up mature overall survival data will be used to support a potential application for regulatory approval of the drug to the FDA and other agencies in the future.
Use of digestate as an alternative to mineral fertilizer: effects on growth and crop quality

ABSTRACT Nowadays, the recycling of organic wastes represents a key factor for improving soil and crop quality with socio-economic and environmental benefits. In recent years, the production of digestate significantly increased with a crescent need to be sustainable disposal. The use of digestate as soil amendment has been widely studied but few researches evaluated the digestate effects on crop quality. Since it has been proven that digestate increased soil fertility, we hypothesized that it could increase crop quality as organic fertilizers do. To verify this hypothesis, we analyzed the effects of two digestates on Cucumber quality. Cucumber was chosen because it is an important old crop used worldwide as fresh food, and in cosmetic and pharmaceutic industries. Results showed that digestates increased its content of phenols and flavonoids with antioxidant activity. Neohesperidine and hesperitin with well-known antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic properties as well as naringin and narirutin with the power of reducing the risk of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular complications were manifested only in digestate amended cucumbers. These results highlighted the potentiality of digestates not only as crop growth promoter but also as phytochemical inducers representing a good option for the production of high-quality food with reduced chemical mineral fertilizer inputs.
Polarization by Intermolecular Induction in Pyridine N-Oxide and Its Nitration

The aim and novelty of this paper is to correct and up-date a classical theory that is two thirds wrong and besides incomp lete. We mean the Linton's theory about the pyridine N-o xide 'excited structures'. He found that the dipole mo ment of pyridine N-o xide is appreciably s maller than the expected theoretical value. Thus, he postulated the contribution of three 'excited structures', with a negative electric charge at the 2-, 4- and 6-position. However, a typical electrophilic substitution such as nitration, afforded only the 4-nitro derivative. Th is discrepancy between theory and experiment pro mpted us to study the pyridine N-o xide physical properties, since reactivity is derived fro m them. Besides, these negative charged rings require an unexpected polarizat ion and a reaction mechanism must be provided. We propose intermolecular induced polarization as a viable path, that is, a special case of electro meric effect. We uncovered that only one of the three structures before mentioned is supported by the observed reactivity as well as by 13 C nuclear magnetic resonance data. Thus, we reject two of the Linton's 'excited structures' and explain the regioselectiv ity found in pyridine N-o xide n itration.
Does family CEO enhance corporate performance? The case of Jordan

DOI: 10.14254/2071789X.2020/13-2/3 ABSTRACT. There is a high level of family ownership among Jordanian firms, which is perceived to be the reason why family members are often appointed as CEOs. Advantages and drawbacks of having a family CEO, who tends to concentrate corporate control within the family and minimize ownership dispersion, continue to be debated widely. This study adds to this debate by focusing on the under-researched Jordanian context, where family companies are prominent. A sample of 56 Jordanian listed family firms and 392 firm-year observations for 2009 to 2015 have been used to determine that overall family CEOs are negatively related to corporate performance. This finding is applicable to both accounting-based and market-based performance, stemming from the ROA and Tobin’s Q test results. Further analysis shows an increased negative effect in family firms where non-family shareholders have greater ownership. The study concludes that increases in the level of ownership concentration leads to devaluation among Jordanian family firms.