Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Fingerprint pattern of major ethnic groups among students of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University Lapai, Nigeria

This study is aimed at identifying fingerprint pattern of major ethnic groups among the students of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU) Lapai, which can be helpful in resource management for Niger State of Nigeria. The students were grouped into Nupe, Gwari, Kambari and Non-Nigerlites. Occasions for specific ethnic groups were target for data collection which exclude exclusion criteria. The types of finger print patterns considered include Ulnar Loop, Radial Loop, Plain Arch, Tented Arch and Accidental Whorl, Plain Whorl, Double Loop Whorl and Central Pocket Whorl. The respondents’ fingerprints were collected using inked stamp pad, printed onto designated potions on coded paper. The data collected were represented in percentage occurrence of the fingerprint patterns for each group. Ulnar Loop was the commonest fingerprint pattern among the students of IBBU Lapai. Also common to the groups of the students are absence of Double Loop Whorl on the right ring finger, left and right little fingers as well as Tented Arch not on the right Thumb of the students. The finger print marker for the groups were absence of Double Loop Whorl on the right ring finger and absence of Tented Arch on the left Thumb of Nupe, absence of Double Loop Whorl on the left index fingers of Gwari, Tented Arch not on left and right little fingers of Kambari speaking people studying in IBBU Lapai, those of the Non-Nigerlite students of IBBU Lapai lack Tented Arch on all their fingers and Double Loop Whorl not on the right index finger.
Survey of Barks Used for Medicine in the Central Zone of Lagos State, Nigeria

Background and objective: A survey of plant barks used for medicine was conducted in the central zone of Lagos State, Nigeria. The purpose of this study was to document medicinal plants that were extracted predatorily in various parts of the country, especially in the metropolitan areas, and proposed strategies that would enhance their conservation. Methods: Four major markets situated in three local government areas were selected in this zone. Visits were made to these markets where five botanicals vendors, five herbal clients and five residents’ respondents were randomly selected in each market. These respondents were interviewed on their views on the use and efficacies of barks of medicinal plants. Results: Field observation revealed that the herbal vendors, clients and resident’s respondents transcend sex, age and literacy status. A total of 51 plant species that belonged to 28 families were identified as species whose barks were used as medicine for curing different kinds of diseases in the study area. The mode of preparing the barks for utilization varied. Respondents perceived them as effective, cheap, accessible and readily available though vendors sought supply of the barks from diverse sources. Conclusion: The study proposed strategies that could ensure sustainability in the supply of barks of the identified species in the study area.
Probabilistic formulation for storm surge predictions

Abstract The impact of several devastating hurricanes revealed the vulnerability of large areas of the U.S.A. to this catastrophic natural hazard. Therefore, especially considering the uncertainties in future climate and demographic conditions, exposure and vulnerability, there is a strong need to include storm surge predictions in hurricane risk analyses. In general, the models used for storm surge are unsuited for probabilistic studies that require a large number of simulations. This article presents a probabilistic formulation for storm surge predictions that are developed using the combination of a logistic model and a non-stationary random field. The proposed fully probabilistic formulation (i) provides the probability that a location is being flooded, (ii) considers the spatial correlation among the storm surge at different locations and (iii) predicts storm surge at locations that are different from those of the observations used for the model calibration and are not restricted to be alongshore. Such formulation can include the effects of climate change by calibrating the models with high-fidelity simulations that account for the effect of climate change performed using a realistic set of hurricanes. The proposed formulation is used to predict the storm surge in a specific geographic region near the Pamlico River in North Carolina.
Comparison of Reanalysis Data Sets to Comprehend the Evolution of Tropical Cyclones Over North Indian Ocean

Several reanalysis data sets are being used for understanding the role of environmental factors controlling tropical cyclones (TCs) evolution. Six reanalysis data sets, namely, European Center for Medium‐range Weather Forecast (ECMWF) ERA‐Interim (ERAI) reanalysis, Global Forecast System (GFS) analysis, Japan Meteorological Agency's 55‐year reanalysis projects reanalysis (JRA55), Modern‐Era Retrospective Analysis for Research and Applications, version 2 (MERRA2) reanalysis, NCEP Climate Forecast System Reanalysis (CFSR), and fifth generation of ECMWF atmospheric reanalysis of global climate (ERA5), have been evaluated for the representation of track, intensity, and structure of 28 TCs which occurred over North Indian Ocean (NIO) during the period 2006–2015. The errors in track, intensity, and minimum sea level pressure (MSLP) of TCs are estimated with respect to the best track data set of India Meteorological Department (IMD). The representation of inner core structure of TCs has been compared. The smallest error in the position of TCs center, MSLP, and maximum wind speed is found in GFS analysis followed by ERA5 and CFSR reanalysis, respectively. GFS and CFSR data sets capture the most intense stages of the TCs followed by the ERA5 data set, while the other three are unable to obtain intensification beyond the severe cyclonic storm stage. The structures of TCs are better represented in GFS analysis followed by ERA5 reanalysis. However, GFS analysis represents early intensification and, in some cases, overprediction of the category of TCs, especially during the most intensified stages (beyond cyclonic storms). Thus, GFS analysis captures the evolution of TCs more realistically, followed by the ERA5 reanalysis data set.
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice towards Infection Control Measures among Mizan-Aman General Hospital Workers, South West Ethiopia

Background: Compliance on the part of healthcare workers with standard precautions has been recognized as being an efficient means to prevent and control healthcare-associated infections. Such measures not only protect the patient, but also the HCWs and environment. Objective: To assess knowledge, attitude and practice towards infection control measures among Mizan-Aman general hospital. Methods: The study was conducted at Mizan-Aman General Hospital, Southwest Ethiopia. Cross-sectional study design was employed. All HCWs (135) were included in the study. Self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. Data was entered in to Epidata 3.1 and transported to SPSS version 17 for analysis. Results: Out of 135 respondents, 57(42.2%) of HCWs think that they apply standard precaution always. About two-third (65.6%) of them had ever participated in training program. All of the respondents know that dirty needle and sharp materials could transmit disease causing agents. More than three fourth (76.3%) of health care workers think that they were at risk of acquiring HIV in their work place. Among HCWs 59(43.7%) of them disposed sharp materials in open pails, 91(67.4%) in sharp and liquid proof container without removing syringe. Ninety five (70.4%) HCWs know that gloves and gowns were required for any contact with patients. Among respondent 63(46.8%) of HCWs practice standard blood and body fluid precautions always. One hundred three (76.5%) of HCWs wear gloves last time while they took blood sample. Ninety two (68.7%) of HCWs wash their hands before examining the patients and 84(62.5%) of HCWs recap needle immediately after using them. Conclusion: Majority of health care workers’ knowledge, attitude and practice toward standard precaution were not sufficient, favorable and safe enough to the expected standard. Strengthening and integrating universal precaution with routine services through provision of training and introducing health care workers infection prevention standard of practice, protocol, rules, and regulation are recommended.
Oral health knowledge, attitude and behavior of medical, pharmacy and nursing students at the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Objective: The objective of the study was to assess and compare the oral health knowledge, attitude, and behavior of medical, pharmacy, and nursing students at the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Subjects and Methods: A total of 189 students including 94 males and 95 females involved in the cross-sectional surveyed. Data were collected using pretested, self-administered, structured questionnaire. The mean percentage scores, standard deviation, and frequency distribution were calculated. The Student′s t-test and ANOVA test were used to test the association between variables. The linear regression analysis was used to establish any association of behavior with knowledge and attitude. Results: The total mean percentage scores for knowledge, attitude, and behavior were more than 50% among the students. The mean percentage scores for knowledge, attitude, and behavior were significantly higher for the medical students compared to pharmacy and nursing students. All the scores were significantly higher in females than in males except for the mean score of knowledge. There was no significant association between knowledge, attitude, and behavior with age. Linear regression analysis showed a significant linear relationship between behavior and attitude, but there was no significant linear relation between behavior and knowledge. Conclusion: The present study indicates that although the mean scores for knowledge, attitude, and behavior were more than 50% among the participants, the students′ oral health knowledge, attitude, and behavior was inadequate and needs to be improved upon. The study also revealed that attitude is a determinant of oral health behavior among the students.
Soil-biodegradable Mulches for Growth, Yield, and Quality of Sweet Corn in a Mediterranean-type Climate

Plastic mulch is commonly used to produce many vegetable crops because of its potential to decrease days to harvest, control weeds, and improve soil moisture conservation. However, use of plastic mulch is relatively new for sweet corn (Zea mays L.) in North America. We compared five plastic soil-biodegradable mulches [BDMs; Bio360, Organix AG, Clear Organix AG, Naturecycle, and Experimental polylactic acid/polyhydroxyalkanoates (Metabolix, Inc., Cambridge, MA)] and a paper mulch (WeedGuardPlus) against standard black polyethylene (PE; nonbiodegradable) mulch and bare ground cultivation for growth, yield, and quality of sweet corn cultivar Xtra Tender 2171. This field experiment was carried out in Mount Vernon, WA, which has a Mediterranean-type climate with an average air temperature of 16.1 °C during the 2017 and 2018 growing seasons. The experiment was drip irrigated; and in both years, preemergence herbicides were applied to the entire experimental area 1 to 2 days after seeding, and post-emergence herbicides were applied to alleys. While most mulches remained intact until the end of the growing season, Clear Organix AG started to split shortly after laying, resulting in significant weed pressure by midseason in both 2017 and 2018. Plant height toward the end of the season was lowest for plants grown on bare ground, intermediate for Clear Organix AG and WeedGuardPlus, and highest for the black plastic BDM and PE mulch treatments both years, except for Bio360 in 2018 where plant height was intermediate. Days to 50% tasseling and 50% silking were delayed 9 and 13 days, respectively, for bare ground and WeedGuardPlus compared with all other treatments in both years. Marketable ear yield was highest with the black plastic BDMs and PE mulch and lowest with bare ground, WeedGuardPlus, and Clear Organix AG treatments in both years. Total soluble solid content of kernels, and length and diameter of ears grown on the plastic BDM and PE mulch treatments were equal to or greater than, but never lower than, bare ground and WeedGuardPlus. These results indicate that growth, yield, and quality of sweet corn grown with black plastic BDMs are comparable to PE mulch, making black plastic BDMs an effective alternative to black PE mulch for sweet corn production in a Mediterranean-type climate.
Cereal Bars Flavored with Fish Protein Concentrate from Different Species

ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to develop and evaluate the microbiological, centesimal composition, and sensory characteristics of cereal bars with fish protein concentrate (FPC) inclusion. Four formulations of cereal bar (CB) were developed with 10% FPC: Treatment 1 (without FPC addition), Treatment 2 (Nile tilapia protein concentrate inclusion), Treatment 3 (Nile tilapia and salmon protein concentrate inclusion), and Treatment 4 (Nile tilapia and tuna protein concentrate inclusion). The microbiological analysis was within the microbiological standards for human consumption. The inclusion of FPC did not influence (p > .05) the content of moisture, protein, lipids, carbohydrates, and calorie value. Only the ash content had higher levels (2.50 to 3.45%). The sensory attributes evaluated and the purchase intent did not differ between treatments. Our results demonstrate that the inclusion of 10% protein concentrates from tilapia, salmon, and tuna byproducts is effective for increasing the mineral matter of cereal bars without affecting their sensory profile.
Disruption and decline: the gendered consequences of civil war and political transition for education in Tajikistan

ABSTRACT The sweeping political transition from the Soviet Union to independence in Tajikistan was accompanied by a devastating civil war. Social, economic, and demographic change followed. This research examines a critical indicator of human welfare and stability at the micro- and macro-levels: educational attainment and mobility. Using the 2007 Tajik Living Standards Survey, I compare cohorts educated before, during, and after the civil war. I examine the impact of the war and the political transition on educational attainment and mobility. The findings suggest that the consequences of civil war and political transition in Tajikistan were gendered: boys’ attainment was disrupted when they lived in a conflict-affected area and were 16-to-17 years old when the war began; girls’ attainment decline was more widespread. This research contributes to our understanding of the long-term consequences of political events on human capital accumulation over the life course.
The Mediating Role of Distribution Kahn’s Engagement: An Empirical Evidence of Salesforce in Indonesia

This study aims to explore the role of Khan's engagement dimension previous study in mediating the relationship between work-life balance and in-role and extra-role performance of salesforce. To measure the data, a quantitative approach conducted through a survey of the sales force in the financial services industry sector in Makassar City, Indonesia. We determine the sample by using purposive sampling technique, and a total of 188 salesforce respondents. SEM-PLS with the second-order model was applied to test the measurement model and the mediator role of the engagement. The results show that the engagement dimension fully mediates the effect of work-life balance on both in-role and extra-role performance direct or indirect effect. the findings in this study also address the great concern of both individuals and organizations that the antecedents of the work-life balance variable are fundamental reasons for improving performance. The results of this study indicate that the worklife balance program positively influences engagement. Overall, we can conclude that commitment not only serves as a means for employees to fulfill formal job requirements. This can also encourage them to take action that goes beyond the precise requirements of their work by presenting them physically, emotionally, and cognitively in the work environment.
The Frequency of Cryptosporidium spp. in Immunocompromised Patients by Modified Acid-Fast Staining, Cassette Kit and ELISA Methods: Comparison of the Diagnostic Techniques

Background: Cryptosporidiosis has been reported in both immunocompetent and immunocompromised patients from over 40 countries in six continents. Objectives: This study was carried out to determine the prevalence of Cryptosporidium spp. in immunocompromised patients by methods of modified acid fast staining, ELISA and Cassette Kit, and to also compare the three methods. Methods: The patients in different age groups admitted to Bitlis state hospital between June 23, 2011 and January 13, 2015 were enrolled. The study group was composed of 300 immunocompromised volunteer patients and the control group of 100 volunteers with normal immune system. In the study group, patients with hemodialysis, chronic renal failure, diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, and cancer were enrolled. Formalin-ethyl acetate, modified acid fast staining and native-lugol were used for all stool samples; they were also investigated for Cryptosporidium antigens by the ELISA and Cassette Kit. Results: The highest prevalence rate of Cryptosporidium spp. is found to be 11.3%, which is obtained by ELISA and the lowest (0.7%) by Cassette Kit in the study group. All patients with cryptosporidiosis had diarrhea. The highest prevalence rate (20%) was observed in patients with diabetes insipidus and the second highest in patients with chronic renal failure (11.5%) by ELISA. The sensitivities and specificities of Cassette Kit and modified acid fast staining were 5.9%, 100%; and 50%, 100%, respectively. Conclusions: It is concluded that Cryptosporidium spp. should be considered in immunocompromised diarrheal patients and ELISA must be chosen for detection of this parasite. Modified acid fast staining and Cassette Kit techniques could be performed if ELISA is not available. The single use of the Cassette Kit will be inadequate for the diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis.
Tectono-geomorphological evolution of the northern Red Sea margins

The geodynamic evolution of continental rifts and rifted margins influences petroleum prospectivity. Rift studies have tended to focus on offshore domains, whilst a more holistic approach would also consider sub-aerial data, providing information on rift flank uplift, drainage evolution and sediment routing. The Neogene northern Red Sea rift allows examination of the interaction between geodynamics, tectonics and geomorphology. Here, its tectono-geomorphic evolution is assessed by integrating drainage inverse modelling, drainage analysis, low-temperature thermochronology and structural mapping. On the margin scale, inverse modelling shows an early uplift (~22-15 Ma) in the southern part of the northeastern Red Sea and northern Gulf of Suez margins, and a later uplift (~14-0 Ma) along the northeastern Red Sea/Gulf of Aqaba, Sinai and northern Egyptian Red Sea margins. A smaller scale (20-30 km) study using low-temperature thermochronology and structural mapping reveals that pre-existing structures of suitable orientation do not all show resolvable reactivation during Red Sea rifting. The present-day drainage records the interplay of basement heterogeneities, rift-related uplift and later uplift. North-directed pre-rift drainage was modified forming transfer, hangingwall and footwall catchments. Later uplift reorganised drainage by reversal and capture, changing catchment sizes and relocating catchment outlets. The early uplift is interpreted to have been driven by rifting with possible mantle support and the later uplift was driven largely by transform tectonics and dynamic support by mantle flow. The catchment distribution indicates that early northern Red Sea rifting was accommodated by SW-dipping faults, with polarity changing further north into, and within, the Gulf of Suez. This study benefits from the integration of several datasets, and highlights rift geodynamic complexity and the necessity to integrate surface and subsurface data to constrain sediment pathways for petroleum exploration.
Ocular adnexal lymphomas: a review

ABSTRACT Introduction: Lymphoma is the commonest malignancy of the ocular adnexa. Its relatively low incidence and significant heterogeneity pose unique clinical, diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, requiring a multidisciplinary approach to its management. We present an overview of the literature regarding the epidemiological and clinico-pathological features of ocular adnexal lymphoma (OAL), current staging methods and therapeutic approaches. Areas covered: We searched MEDLINE for publications on OALs from 1990 to the present day and conducted a manual search of the reference sections of relevant articles and book chapters. Radiotherapy and chemo-immunotherapy are widely used current treatment options in the most common subtypes of OAL and generally offer excellent long-term outcomes. We discuss the emerging role of anti-microbial therapy in marginal zone lymphoma associated with Chlamydia psittaci, the prevalence of which shows significant geographical variation. Several novel and targeted therapeutic agents have emerged in the setting of relapsed and refractory B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphomas, and are likely to become future treatment options in OALs. Expert commentary: The recognition of new pathways and prognostic molecular markers in lymphomas is also expected to result in better prognostication, novel therapeutic targets and personalised therapies in OAL. It is important that multi-center collaborative approaches are pursued for continued progress in the field.
Epidemiologie des malignen Melanoms in Stadt- und Landbevölkerung

The incidence of malignant melanoma shows a yearly increase of 3-7% in Europe. Regional factors accounting for differing incidences within white populations are well known. We analysed the trend of incidence rates of malignant melanoma in the urban and rural region of Kassel, North Hesse. Based on official population statistics and the data of the tumour registry of the oncological centre, Municipal Clinics of Kassel, age-standardized incidence and mortality rates were studied for the period of 1979-1989. The overall incidence during the period was 8.4 and the mortality 0.9 per 100,000 inhabitants per year. There was a markedly higher incidence in the urban region compared with the rural region (8.9 vs 8.0 per 100.000 per year, quotient 1.11:1). Within the city the incidence was highest in male (9.5). The annual increase of the incidence was 6.0% within the whole region, while being markedly higher in the urban population (13.0% vs 1.4%). On the other hand, prognostic factors showed no significant differences when comparing melanoma of the urban and rural regions. The reported data give support for the urban factor which implies an imbalance of incidence rates and trends between urban and rural populations. Differences in sun exposure and a higher exposure to noxious chemicals may need to be considered as possible explanations of the urban factor.