Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Impact of Intake a Sidr (Zizyphus Spina-Christi L.) Extract on Enterobiasis Vermicularis Infection for Children

Enterobiasis vermicularis (Ev), considered the most common helminthic infection in the world. Approximately 4% to 28% of children infected with Ev. Sidr (Zizyphus Spina-Christi) leaf has many therapeutic effects. The aim of the study promising anti-Ev agents by using Sidr extracts leaves. Choosing the Ev infected from150 male children (7-10 yrs.), 5 children served as the normal control group and 25 children whose stool were infected with Ev. The data indicated the children treated with Sidr extracts at two levels (10 or 20 mg /day) where the (Pus cells & RBC's and Ova counts) in the stool decreased significantly from the first to the second week. After the continuation treat with Sidr, the Ev and Ova completely disappeared in the third week in dose 10 mg and second weeks of the dose 20 mg of Sidr. Furthermore, the children treated having improved significantly (P = 0.001) in (HB, RBC's, and WBC 's) parameters.
Caecal intussusception in the horse: Ultrasonographic findings and survival to hospital discharge of 60 cases (2009–2013)

Summary Diagnosis of caecal intussusception can be challenging. Transabdominal ultrasound is often used as a diagnostic tool in equine colic. Differentiation between caecocaecal and caecocolic intussusception might be useful in the decision process before surgery. The aims of this study were: 1) to assess the usefulness of ultrasound for diagnosis of intussusception and differentiation between caecocaecal and caecocolic intussusception; and 2) to determine survival to hospital discharge after surgery. Therefore, a retrospective case series (2009–2013) was performed of all colic cases with caecal intussusception (n = 60) confirmed at surgery or necropsy. In all horses, the intussusception could be visualised using ultrasound at admission. Caecocolic intussusception (n = 46) was much more common than caecocaecal (n = 14) intussusception and correct ultrasonographic differentiation between both types could be made in 92% of the cases. Ten horses (out of 14) diagnosed with caecocaecal intussusception underwent surgery, of which 8/10 (80%) were discharged, one horse (10%) was subjected to euthanasia during and one (10%) after surgery. Of the 28 (out of 46) operated horses with caecocolic intussusception, 17 (61%) survived to discharge, while 7 (25%) and 4 (14%) were subjected to euthanasia during and after surgery, respectively. Of all horses that underwent surgery, in 13/38 (34%) surgical reduction was possible, while 13/38 (34%) needed partial typhlectomy and 4/38 (11%) needed colostomy because of an irreducible intussusception. Survival to discharge after successful surgery was 12/13 (92%) when only reduction was performed, 11/13 (85%) if partial typhlectomy was needed and 2/4 (50%) after colostomy and partial typhlectomy. In conclusion, abdominal ultrasound is a useful tool in the diagnosis and differentiation of caecal intussusception. Survival to hospital discharge after successful surgery is good.
Methodenentwicklung in der Crashsimulation zur Absicherung des Fahrzeugentwicklungsprozesses

In der Vergangenheit waren die physikalischen Prototypen in allen Phasen der Entwicklung auch in den sehr frühen Phasen Basis für Entscheidungen. Es wurden „Aggregateträger“, also Teilumbauten auf Basis des Vorgängerfahrzeugs und der Vorentwicklungsfahrzeuge, aufgebaut (Abbildung 1). Auch die ersten Entwicklungsfahrzeuge wurden hergestellt ohne vorab eine durchgängige rechnerische Absicherung durchzuführen. Die Berechnung hatte durchweg unterstützende, aber sehr selten eine führende Funktion. Sie war zum Teil sorgfältig eingeplant, um aktuelle Fragestellungen zu beantworten und Lösungsvorschläge zu erarbeiten, jedoch eher in einer begleitenden Funktion in den Entwicklungsprozess eingebunden. Ein zusammenhängendes Bild des Entwicklungsstands über alle relevanZusammenfassung:
Response of Pepper Plants (Capsicum annuum L.) to Foliar Spray with Fe, Mn, and Zn

Two field experiments were conduct during the two summer seasons of 2005 and 2006 at the Experimental farm of the National Research Center at Nobaria (Behira Governorate) to investigated the response of pepper plants cv. California wonder to foliar application of some micro-elements Fe, Mn, and Zn. Results indicated that application of Fe 1 g/L + Mn 1 g/L + Zn 1 g/L treatment gave the maximum tallest sweet pepper plants and gave the highest number of leaves and branches. The same treatment gave the highest fresh and dry weights of leaves as well as gave the highest total yield. Moreover, the highest values of N, P and K (%) were achieved using the mixture of Fe, Mn and Zn treatment. However, the highest value of Fe and Mn (ppm) were true when used 2 g Fe/L in the first and second seasons, respectively. The highest significant N, P and K (%) as well as Fe, Mn and Zn were recorded by using (Fe 1 g/L, Mn 1 g/L, Zn 1 g/L) treatment.
Comparison of substantive results from demographic and epidemiological survey methods.

Results from epidemiological and demographic studies on child morbidity from diarrhea and acute lower respiratory infections (ALRI) immunizations and neonatal tetanus mortality are reviewed. The issues are addressed in terms of diagnosis incidence and prevalence levels and determinants. The conclusion was that finding from both disciplines should be integrated in order to understand child health and survival issues. The focus on diarrhea and ALRI allowed an assessment of the extent to which epidemiological studies use a uniform methodology and of the feasibility of including morbidity in cross-sectional surveys. The validity of estimations of morbidity from demographic studies is examined. Socioeconomic factors are also assessed as a determinant of morbidity. The findings were that definitions study designs and incidence vary widely. Mothers reports are thought to be misrepresented. Treatment pattern results may be flawed if occurrence data are inaccurate. A standardized algorithm for diarrhea diagnosis is needed. Field determination of ALRI is very difficult and since physicians are not available for accurate diagnosis incidence is more difficult to determine. Knowledge of sociodemographic factors is scanty in the case of both diarrhea and ALRI. The focus on immunizations allowed a comparison of the consistency of Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) data and WHO data. Reliable estimates of coverage were obtained with 30 cluster sample surveys. Population-based surveys are superior to reported data based on health information systems. DHS surveys were helpful in determining those not immunized. The focus on neonatal tetanus mortality allowed assessment of the accuracy of incidence data from neonatal tetanus surveys and DHS surveys. The findings were that neonatal tetanus surveys which use a 12-month recall period underreported death by as much as 50% but this cause is overestimated to begin with. Careful monitoring of reporting is required.
Psychometric Properties of the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale 21-item (DASS-21) Malay Version among a Big Sample Population of Non-Malays in Malaysia.

Introduction: The Malay version of Depression Anxiety Stress Scale 21-item (M-DASS-21) has been tested in various populations in Malaysia. We are interested to look at the psychometric properties of the M-DASS-21 among Non-Malays in Malaysia. Objectives: This study aimed to analyse its psychometric values among non-Malays based on a big sample size. The analysis was based on Exploratory Factor Analysis and construct validity. Methodology: The data was captured through online web-based assessment. Incomplete entries and the Malay subjects were excluded and analysis was based on 33 655 completed entries which fulfilled the inclusion criteria. Results: We obtained Cronbach’s alpha values of 0.92, 0.86 and 0.86 respectively for Depression, Anxiety and Stress domains. Rotated component analysis showed very good factor loadings for most items to their respective domains. All items displayed good factor loadings (>0.4) except 1 item. The non-fixed analysis showed the M- DASS-21 consisted of 2 domains and Stress items loaded equally to Depression and Anxiety domains. Conclusion: Results of this study show that the psychometric values of the M-DASS-21 among Non-Malays are good and the results reflex that M-DASS-21 is a valid and reliable tool for Non-Malays in Malaysia. Please click PDF below to download the full paper.
Evidence of Power Considerations in WTO Dispute Settlement

The usage of the WTO Dispute Settlement System (DSS) is dominated by high income countries. Since the ultimate enforcement threat of the system is based on retaliation, countries may take their economic size as well as their specific bilateral retaliatory capacity into account when deciding whether or not to respond to a detrimental infringement of a trade agreement by filing a costly complaint. Hence, various scholars conjecture that lawsuits surfacing in the record of the WTO constitute only the biased tip of an iceberg of trade disputes. In order to investigate such a potential bias, this paper sets up a sequential game of the DSS. Subsequently, a binary choice model is employed to empirically explain a country’s decision whether or not to litigate against a trading partner. The results suggest that a country is more likely to file a complaint if (i) it is large, (ii) its trading partner is small, (iii) the trade value of the commodity at stake is large and (iv) its retaliatory capacity is large.
A motivação no trabalho da equipe de enfermagem

This is a descriptive study conducted in a university hospital with the purpose to apprehend some aspects influencing human motivation and their implications to work results. A recorded semi-structured interview was used for data collection which was applied to 18 members of a nursing team, of whom 6 were nurses and 12 were nursing auxiliaries and technicians. The apprehended material was submitted to the content analysis technique, which enabled the identification of "Work Itself" as the most frequently cited category considered to be motivating and "Work Organization" as the most unmotivating. The most cited suggestions referred to "Work Organization" and to "Interpersonal Relationship".
Corporate Responses to Performance Declines: Evidence from the UK

This study documents the operational and financial responses of UK companies that experience a large decline in operating performance between 1992 and 1998. We present evidence that firms sell divisions, withdraw from lines of business, reduce employment and, in some cases, expand in response to poor performance. Whilst we find no evidence that board structure plays an important role in firm responses, external control threats appear to increase the likelihood of downsizing, forced CEO turnover, and rates of director removals and appointments. Finally, sample matching techniques provide limited evidence of increases in operating performance following various corporate restructuring actions. JEL Classification: G32, G34.
The Bond Market Benefits of Corporate Social Capital

We investigate whether a firm’s social capital, and the trust that it engenders, are viewed favorably by bondholders. Using firms’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities to proxy for social capital, we find no relation between CSR and bond spreads over the period 2005-2013. However, during the 2008-2009 financial crisis, which represents a shock to trust and default risk, high-CSR firms benefited from lower bond spreads. These effects are stronger for firms with higher expected agency costs of debt. During the crisis, high-CSR firms were also able to raise more debt at lower spreads, better credit ratings, and longer maturities.
TOWARDS IDENTIFICATION OF THE BOTTLENOSE DOLPHIN (TURSIOPS TRUNCATUS) POPULATION STRUCTURE IN THE NORTH-EASTERN ADRIATIC SEA: PRELIMINARY RESULTS IDENTIFIKACIJA POPULACIJSKE STRUKTURE VELIKE PLISKAVKE (TURSIOPS TRUNCATUS) V SEVEROVZHODNEM JADRANU: PRVI REZULTATI

Two longitudinal studies on the ecology of bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) are being implemented in the Northern Adriatic Sea. One has been carried out since 1987 in the Kvarnerić, Croatia, the other since 2002 in Slovenian and adjacent waters. Standard photo-identification procedures enabled us to identify 238 and 55 individual dolphins, respectively. The aim of this study was to determine the potential distribution overlap in two local populations studied and to gain insight into the ranging patterns of bottlenose dolphins in the North-eastern Adriatic Sea. Photo-identification catalogues were compared in order to determine possible matches. First results indicate little overlap between the dolphins observed in the two study areas. This information is essential for future management and conservation strategies. Further comparative studies between the two study sites and other areas will be carried out to provide more information on the status of bottlenose dolphins in the North-eastern Adriatic Sea.
RESEARCH ARTICLE: Final year pharmacy students’ opinions on teamwork: A questionnaire-based study from a UK School of Pharmacy

Introduction: The study aimed to investigate Queen's University Belfast (QUB) pharmacy students’ opinions about teamwork within the degree programme including inter-professional activities they have completed. This is pertinent given accrediting (regulator) organisation requirements about team-based learning and engagement in multidisciplinary teams.Methods: Following ethical approval, all final year pharmacy students except the research student were invited to participate in this single institution study (n=95). Data were collected via a self-completed, pre-piloted, questionnaire (largely closed-style questions and non-identifiable data requested). Data analysis generated descriptive statistics with tests such as the Mann Whitney U-Test employed for inferential statistical analysis.Results: The response rate was 96.8% (92/95). Most pharmacy students respondents (81.5%, n=75/92) found teamwork valuable and 76.7% (69/90) deemed it essential to ensure they became safe and effective pharmacists. Males wanted more teamwork in comparison to females (p=0.02). Only 53.8% (49/91) liked peer evaluation. Formative activities (particularly one with medical students about prescribing and dispensing) were more popular than summatively assessed activities.Conclusion: While opinions about teamwork were positive, more work is required on peer evaluation (given its importance for professional development) and summative team-based assessment.
The Effect of Acuyoga on Fetal Heart among Pregnant Women with Hypertension

Acuyoga is a non-pharmacological therapy that has the benefit of accelerating blood circulation to the fetus. The study aimed to examine the effect of Acuyoga to fetal heart rate among pregnant women with hypertension. We conduct a quasi-experimental, pretest and posttest with control group design. Thirty total was allocated in the experimental and control groups. Each group consisted of 15 respondents. Patients in the experimental group received the Acuyoga postpartum awhile control group received the prenatal yoga. the intervention was carried out twice a week for four weeks with a duration of sixty minutes. The results of the dependent statistical test showed an average Fetal Heart Rate test before intervention in the experimental group of 133.47x/minute and after the intervention was given to 146.27 x/minute increasing of 12.8 x/minute. Independent t-test results obtained p-value 0.015 (<0.050). The size of the Cohen d effect is 0.94, which means that acuyoga is very effective in reducing fetal heart rate. Acuyoga for twice a week for four weeks with a duration of sixty minutes was effective to increase fetal heart rate in pregnant women with hypertension
Antioxidant activity of a new multiflorane-type triterpene from Cucurbita argyrosperma seeds and their protective role in hydrogen peroxide induced oxidative stress

Background: Cucurbita argyrosperma seeds have acquired a reputation as an herbal remedy to treat various diseases because this plant is a predominant source of natural compounds with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and supplementation with seeds improves oxidative stress. Previous studies indicated that an imbalance between H2O2 production and elimination capacity is responsible for β-cell vulnerability thereby making β-cells a susceptible target for pathogens. The aim of this investigation was to evaluate the protective effects of one new multiflorane-type triterpene 3β-trans-caffeoyloxymultiflor-8-ene7α,12β, 18 β-triol (1) from MeOH extract from C. argyrosperma, on rat pancreatic β cells (INS-1 cells) exposed to hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) induced oxidative stress conditions. Methods: The chemical structure of the novel triterpene, which was identified as 3β-transcaffeoyloxymultiflor-8-ene7α,12β, 18 β-triol (1), was established based on the interpretation of spectroscopic analyses. The antioxidant activities of 1 were led by the detected radical scavenging potential of 2,2-dyphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and 3.1 2,2′-Azino-bis(3Ethylbenzothiazoline-6-Sulfonic Acid) ABTS. The assays were conducted on INS-1 cell lines exposed to increasing concentrations of 1 at 5, 10 and 20 μg/mL and H2O2 at 250 μM. Then the experiments, cell viability, cell integrity (LDH; lactate dehydrogenase release), mitochondrial Functional Foods in Health and Disease 2020; 10(2): 95-111 Page 96 of 111 function (ATP analysis), ROS formation, lipid peroxidation (MDA), and caspase-3, 9 activities were measured in the cells. We also determined the effect of 1 on antioxidant enzyme levels and cytotoxicity in pancreatic β cells under oxidant conditions. Results: The results showed that triterpene displayed high free-radical-scavenging activity, which is similar to that of standard antioxidants used. Concentrations of 5, 10, and 20 μg/mL protected INS-1 cells against H2O2 induced cytotoxicity with a decrease in cell death and a marked increase in cell viability as well as sustained cellular functionality (ATP). Antioxidant enzymes such as glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione reduced (GSH), catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and the non-antioxidant enzyme (GSH) increased in INS-1 cells with 1 pre-treatment. MDA in pancreatic cells was ameliorated by 1 pre-treatment reducing intracellular reactive oxygen species level. Findings also demonstrated that H2O2 induced apoptosis in INS-1 cells and produced modulation of the caspase-3, 9 expressions in INS-1 cells exposed to 1. Exposure to 1 significantly inhibited ROS and apoptosis, reducing β cell dysfunction under oxidant conditions. Conclusions: Triterpene consequently could be a promising natural antioxidant for use in maintaining the integrity of pancreatic β-cells exposed to oxidative stress conditions and being able to participate in the control type 2 diabetes.
Effect of exercise doses on functional recovery in neonatal brachial plexus palsy: A randomized controlled study

OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to examine how much recovery upper obstetric brachial plexus palsy (OBPP) patients showed with exercises when they were 3, 6, and 12 months old and to evaluate whether the exercise treatment given at different frequencies contributes to this recovery or not. METHODS: This study was designed as a randomized controlled trial. Sixty cases who were referred to Pediatric Rehabilitation and Pediatric Orthopedic Clinics with the diagnosis of having Groups I and II OBPP according to Narakas classification were included in the study. Subjects were randomly divided into two treatment groups. The first group had intense exercise program 3 times daily, and the second group had a standard exercise program once in a day. The subjects were assessed using a passive-active range of motion (ROM) and hospital for sick children muscle grading system at their first clinic visit and every month after until they became 12 months old. RESULTS: In both groups, a significant recovery was observed in ROM and muscle strength of all movements of the shoulder, elbow flexion, and forearm supination at the 3rd, 6th, and 12th-month reassessments, whereas a significant difference was not achieved on both parameters between two groups. CONCLUSION: According to the results, exercise frequency did not affect the recovery rate and results in the cases with OBPP and exercises were influential against possible complications that may occur.
Whistleblowing Behavior in Organizations

We develop a game theoretical model of whistleblowing behavior in organizations, focusing speci�fically on the role of incentives aimed at encouraging this type of behavior. We also analyze the potential impacts of whistleblowing behavior on the persistence of corruption. First, we present a static game consisting of two employees with three available strategies: honest, corrupt and whistleblowing behavior. Later, we examine the pure and mixed Nash equilibrium strategies of the game. Second, we use the concept of replicator dynamics to formally explore the local asymptotic stability of whistleblowing behavior within organizations. Our main results show that whistleblowing as a mechanism to control wrongdoing is only relevant under the existence of external monitoring (if the probability of detecting wrongdoing with an external mechanism is close to zero, then in the long term, all employees will begin to behave corruptly). We also show that whistleblowers reduce the minimum wages required to avoid corruption within an organization, making it less costly for an organization to combat corruption. Finally, we claim that whistleblowing strategies seem to be less attractive for activities with very high bribery in comparison to the rewards for whistleblowers, for example, this could be the case of manufacturing or retail, but not for �nancial services in general.
Computed dynography, a method for evaluation of gait pattern in treated cases of congenital talipes equino varus

Background: Club foot is characterized by inversion, adduction and equinus. Currently, evaluation of children treated for congenital talipes equino varus (CTEV) includes clinical and radiological examination as well as assessment of function. However, none of the methods is ideal. There should be objective methods for better evaluation of function in treated CTEV. Gait analysis is the emerging method in objectively assessing the functional outcome. The aim of the study was to compare the selected measures from vertical ground reaction force variables and gait parameters of treated CTEV children with plantigrade feet, to healthy age and gender matched control group. Methods: We took 31 children with treated CTEV with mean age 8.21 years and compared with 31 age and gender matched controls. The patients were initially treated under a standard protocol. Gait cycle properties, step time parameters and vertical ground reaction force variables were recorded and comparison of unilateral and bilateral cases of treated CTEV was done with that of controls. Results: Data showed that despite good clinical results and overall function, residual intoeing, lateral foot walking, mild foot drop, weak plantar flexor power, possible residual inversion deformity of the foot, increased frequency and decreased duration of cycle and asymmetry in gait were the main characteristics of gait of children with treated CTEV. In unilateral cases single and double support times were decreased and in bilateral CTEV double support times are increased. Conclusions: The study confirms that in clubfoot patients who underwent full treatment, gait parameters do not reach normal levels. Gait analysis can be used to quantify gait pattern characteristics and is helpful in evaluation and further development of treatment of patients.