Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Water Uptake and Germination of Caper (Capparis spinosa L.) Seeds

Caper is a perennial deciduous sub-shrub that grows in almost all circum-Mediterranean countries. The specialized literature presents three possible dormancy types that can cause low germination of caper seeds: Physiological dormancy (PD), physical dormancy (PY), and combinational dormancy (PY + PD). We conducted three experiments to analyze the imbibition, viability, and germination of seeds of different ages, provenances, and the level of deterioration of the seed cover. None of the commercialized lots of standard seeds tested exceeded 6% germination, nor 35% viability, while the owned seeds reached 90% in both parameters, indicating that all viable seeds germinated. The seed moisture content along the soaking period followed the first two phases of the typical triphasic model of water uptake in seed germination: The imbibition and lag phases (phase I and II of germination, respectively). Seed hydration began through the hilar region. The fact that all viable owned seeds germinated, together with their moisture content being lower than that of standard seeds, indicated that caper seeds do not have a water-impermeable coat sensu stricto, i.e., they do not show PY; nevertheless, the need to use gibberellic acid to obtain high germination percentages, demonstrated the presence of PD.
The Effect of Computer Self-Efficacy and Subjective Norm on The Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use and Behavioural Intention to Use Technology

This study uses respondents of 500 people and has the objective to determine the effect of computer self-efficacy and subjective norms. Subjective Norms on usability perception, perceived use and intention to use data analysis technology using partial least square (PLS), and the process of data collection are done through a questionnaire. The results showed the computer's self-efficacy and subjective norms. Subjective Norms affect the perception of the Benefits and ease of use of technology. This study also explains the benefits that are gained and used to utilize in learning . In the study, it was found that each indicator had a positive and significant influence on other indicators. This was proven by the t-statistic value and the original value of each hypothesis being positive.
Green transformation is a boundary object: An analysis of conceptualisation of transformation in Norwegian primary industries

The concept of green transformation is burgeoning in the academic literature and policy discourses, yet few empirical studies investigate what the concept actually means to diverse actors, and how it manifests in practices. This paper contributes to filling that gap. Through an analysis of policy documents and interviews, we investigate how central policy actors and interest organisations in Norwegian farming, fisheries and aquaculture conceptualise and enact transformation. The analysis of the policy documents shows that the concept ‘transformation’ is mentioned more frequently, and a rhetoric with close connotations to green growth is increasingly applied, which may leave the impression that there is consensus concerning what the concept means and entails. The interviews however leave a more nuanced picture. Among most of the actors, transformation is interpreted in terms of green growth, while a minority of the actors argue for a deeper sustainability, pointing to planetary limits. Clearly, what transformation is and what it entails is embedded in interpretive flexibility. The concept ‘transformation’ is plastic enough to be applied in several different, and partly conflicting, policy discourses and arenas. We argue that transformation can be understood as a boundary object, and different actors perform different sorts of boundary work to adapt the boundary object of ‘transformation’ to fit their agendas. Thus, it makes more sense to think of transformation in plural – transformations – instead of a single, consensual discourse. We find that the very practices of most of the actors are not transformative in the theoretical understanding of the concept and that inadequate attention is given to potential negative sides of transformation. Consequently, both scholarly and practical discussions on how to achieve transformation should take into account that different and (partly) conflicting interpretations will continue to exist and contribute to distinguish between different degrees of sustainability and related pathways.
Insulin Glargine 300 Units/mL Effectiveness in Patients with T2DM Uncontrolled by Basal Insulin in Real-Life Settings in the Czech Republic

Introduction: To evaluate the clinical effectiveness of Gla-300 units/mL (Gla-300) in the treatment of patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) uncontrolled by basal insulin in real-life clinical settings in the Czech Republic (TOPAZ study). Methods: TOPAZ was a prospective, multi-center, non-interventional, 6-month study. Of the 312 patients screened, 289 were evaluated at month 6. The primary objective was the change of HbA1c after 6 months. The proportion of patients with HbA1c Results: HbA1c decreased significantly after 6 months (mean change 0.9% ± 1.1% DCCT [−9.9 ± 11.6 mmol/mol], p −1.8 ± 3.1 mmol/L) as well as the incidence of hypoglycemia decreased by 49% (p 0.0001) while no weight gain was observed. No significant safety signals were identified. Conclusion: In a real-life setting, switching to Gla-300 in T2DM patients uncontrolled with other basal insulin was associated with improved glycemic control and reduced risk of hypoglycemia without weight gain, while patients’ satisfaction with treatment increased.
Linear Analysis of Hippocampal LFP: Slow Gamma vs High Theta

We apply common linear analysis techniques (Fourier and wavelet transforms) to time-series of hippocampal local field potential (LFP) collected from a small population of rats (5 individuals) during awake-behavior in a maze-exploring task, and rest (non-REM sleep). Important characteristics of hippocampal activity, such as the power of the theta rhythm and its harmonics, as well as that of the gamma rhythm, are strongly dependent on the intensity of behavioral activity, as measured by rat speed. A comparison of Fourier and wavelet representation of stationary LFP epochs show that the wavelet representation fails to resolve high-order theta harmonics (24, 32, 40 Hz) that appear well defined in the Fourier analysis and occupy the frequency band of 20–50 Hz, also attributed to the slow gamma rhythm. It seems possible that a misinterpretation of wavelet analysis might be the origin of the identification of the slow gamma rhythm. Such a misidentification would also naturally lead to spurious coupling results between the low gamma and theta oscillations. Theoretically, both transforms can handle arbitrary time-series; however, the Fourier transform is best interpreted for weakly phase-coupled, nearly-Gaussian stochastic processes, while the wavelet transform is most useful when applied to non-stationary, transient processes. Outside their optimal applicability range, both transforms may produce ambiguous, even misleading results. Rather than refuting the existence of slow gamma, our results emphasize the importance of selecting the adequate spectral analysis method for the stochastic process analyzed. To help with the selection, we propose a simple stationarity test based on the integral value of the bicoherence. Further research is needed to separate high order theta harmonics from slow gamma.
Comparative maternal outcomes of oral nifedipine and intravenous labetalol for severe hypertension during pregnancy: an open label randomized controlled trial

Hypertension is one of the most common medical disorder during pregnancy affecting nearly one in ten pregnant women. Hypertensive disorders during pregnancy include gestational hypertension, preeclampsia, eclampsia and pre-existing hypertension with or without superimposed pre-eclampsia. A 2013 WHO international hospital survey on maternal and neonatal health found an incidence of pre-eclampsia of 2.5% and an incidence of eclampsia of 0.3% in 314623 women from Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Blood pressure may rise dangerously high in any of these disorders which poses serious threat of end-organ damage thus jeopardising maternal and fetal well-being. There is universal agreement to urgently treat acute severe hypertension during pregnancy however, there is no consensus regarding the choice of drug. Most popular and preferred drugs are intravenous hydralazine and labetalol among care givers especially in well developed ABSTRACT
Assessment and evaluation of health related quality of life after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) in a tertiary care teaching hospital

Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a collective group of diseases that affect the functioning of heart and blood vessels. Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is considered an effective treatment and is commonly used worldwide for patients with Coronary artery disease (CAD). As there is substantial decline in operative mortality with CABG over the past 30 years, quality of life (QOL) has become an important outcome to determine the benefits and risks associated with CABG. Aims & Objectives: The aim is to assess the QOL in patients after CABG and also to determine the factors that are associated with of QOL after CABG. Materials and Methods: A Cross sectional study was carried out for a period of 9months among 100 CABG subjects whose postoperative period was minimum 6 months. Quality of life was assessed using the SF-36 questionnaire. The data collected were scored by RAND analysis and estimated by using SPSS. Results: Of total 100 CABG subjects, the factor gender has its effects on physical functioning, emotional role, and general health. Based on the factor age, the domains vitality and physical role are improved more in patients 60 post-CABG. Conclusions: Quality of life is affected by CABG, especially the physical role, vitality, social functioning, and general health domains. Factors that are affecting the QOL following CABG are smoking, education, economic, marital status, and co-morbidities as measured by the SF-36 domains. Keywords: Coronary artery disease, SF-36 Questionnaire, Physical functioning, Emotional role, General health Vitality, Physical role.
Pendampingan Kader Menggunakan Kartu Aksi Gizi Meningkatkan Pola Asuh Ibu

Abstrak Latar Belakang . Masalah gizi masih menjadi pusat perhatian di negara berkembang seperti Indonesia. Pada tahun 2030 tujuan utama Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adalah mengakhiri segala masalah malnutrisi. Pola asuh ibu balita berdampak pada pertumbuhan dan perkembangan balita. Kondisi ini harus menjadi perhatian khusus, mengingat bahwa kecukupan gizi dari asupan makan sangat berkaitan erat dengan status gizi balita. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh pendampingan gizi oleh kader menggunakan kartu aksi gizi terhadap peningkatan pola asuh ibu balita. Metode . Desain penelitian pre eksperimental pre and post test only design menggunakan media kartu aksi gizi dengan sampel penelitian ibu balita beerjumlah 84 orang posyandu di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Tahtul Yaman. Data dikumpulkan dengan cara wawancara terhadap ibu balita dengan menggunakan kartu aksi gizi. Uji statistik yang digunakan adalah paired t-test dan regresi logistik ganda . Hasil . Hasil penelitian menunjukkan ada peningkatan pola asuh ibu (b=4,190; p=0,0001 ). Analisis multivariat menunjukan umur ibu (OR=3,59; p =0.009), dan pendidikan ibu (OR=3.25; p =0,016) berpengaruh terhadap pola asuh ibu. Kesimpulan . Kartu Aksi Gizi meningkatkan pola asuh ibu balita. Umur ibu dan pendidikan ibu merupakan faktor dominan yang berpengaruh terhadap pola asuh ibu balita.
STUDENTS’ RESPONSES TOWARDS THE USE OF LANGUAGE INSTRUCTIONS BY LECTURERS IN EAP CLASSROOMS

This research was aimed to describe the students’ responses toward the use of language instructions. It was conducted at Unit Pelaksana Teknis Bahasa, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia. The techniques for collecting the data used in this research were observation, interview, document analysis, and questionnaire. Based on the analysis of the data, it can be concluded that the students could interact with the lecturer when the lecturer used both English and Indonesian language during the teaching and learning process. Therefore, it is recommended for English lecturers to use language instructions properly to make the students understand more about what the lecturer is talking about, to make the students accustomed more about the use of English vocabularies, to make the lecturers and the students have an enjoyable and successful English teaching and learning process. For the other researchers who want to conduct similar research, the result of this research can be an additional reference.
Molecular Cloning and Heterologous Expression of Manganese(II)-Oxidizing Enzyme from Acremonium strictum Strain KR21-2

Diverse ascomycete fungi oxidize manganese(II) [Mn(II)] and produce Mn(III, IV) oxides in terrestrial and freshwater environments. Although multicopper oxidase (MCO) is considered to be a key catalyst in mediating Mn(II) oxidation in ascomycetes, the responsible gene and its product have not been identified. In this study, a gene, named mco1, encoding Mn(II)-oxidizing MCO from Acremonium strictum strain KR21-2 was cloned and heterologously expressed in the methylotrophic yeast Pichia pastoris. Based on the phylogenetic relationship, similarity of putative copper-binding motifs, and homology modeling, the gene product Mco1 was assigned to a bilirubin oxidase. Mature Mco1 was predicted to be composed of 565 amino acids with a molecular mass of 64.0 kDa. The recombinant enzyme oxidized Mn(II) to yield spherical Mn oxides, several micrometers in diameter. Zinc(II) ions added to the reaction mixture were incorporated by the Mn oxides at a Zn/Mn molar ratio of 0.36. The results suggested that Mco1 facilitates the growth of the micrometer-sized Mn oxides and affects metal sequestration through Mn(II) oxidation. This is the first report on heterologous expression and identification of the Mn(II) oxidase enzyme in Mn(II)-oxidizing ascomycetes. The cell-free, homogenous catalytic system with recombinant Mco1 could be useful for understanding Mn biomineralization by ascomycetes and the sequestration of metal ions in the environment
USING OF PLANT RAW MATERIALS IN THE PRODUCTION OF PROPHYLACTIC YOGURTS

Sour milk products, especially yogurts, are very popular not only in Ukraine but also around the world, so improving the composition of this category of products is quite important. Using plant raw materials in yogurt will not only broaden the range of this product, but will also allow using it in various diets, including those to prevent certain diseases, to improve the function of the digestive tract and physiological processes in the body, and to prevent premature ageing. The purpose of the study is to create prophylactic products using powders of plant raw materials (Jerusalem artichoke, celery, pumpkin seed meal) and determine their effect on the organoleptic, physicochemical, structural and mechanical properties of yogurt. Plant raw materials can enrich yogurts with plant proteins, complex polysaccharides, vitamins, and minerals. Experimental samples of yogurts with plant powders added in different concentrations have been obtained in the laboratory. According to the results of organoleptic studies, using the point rating method, the optimal amount of plant raw materials added is 5%. According to the results of structural and mechanical studies, the dependence of the effective viscosity of yogurts on the concentration of the introduced plant powder is not linear. This is explained by the interaction among the particles in yogurt and the formation of a structured food system. The change of the acidity of the yogurt samples (which is an important quality parameter) has been studied, according to the results of titrimetric and potentiometric analyses. It has been determined that powders from plant raw materials increase the titrated and decrease the active acidity of yogurt. To study the probiotic properties of the yogurt samples, the viability of probiotic microorganisms has been calculated in vitro, under conditions simulating the process of human digestion. The results show that the probiotic capacity of the product increases by 1–2 orders of magnitude. It has been experimentally confirmed that using plant raw materials to produce yogurts is practical
Subjects with different hypnotizability scores exhibit different heartbeat-evoked potentials during sleep

Aim of this study was to measure possible hypnotizability related differences in the amplitude of cortical heartbeat evoked potentials (HEP) measured during nocturnal sleep stages. Polysomnographic EEG recording was performed in subjects with high (highs, n=6), medium (mediums, n=8) and low (lows, n=24) hypnotizability scores. The mean amplitude of the HEPs for each electrode and sleep stage was calculated in the time window from 200 ms to 600 ms after the R peaks. A multivariate ANOVA using hypnotizability as between-subjects factor was performed for each sleep stage. Results showed higher HEPs mean amplitude in mediums and highs with respect to lows in central, parietal and occipital right regions, during N2, N3 and REM sleep stages. We can hypothesize that, during sleep, individuals with medium-to-high hypnotizability maintain a higher responsiveness to interoceptive information - that is greater body awareness - with respect to lows.
INTENTION TO INVEST IN FINANCIAL PRODUCT OF OLDER PRERETIREES WITH FINANCIAL SELF EFFICACY AS AN INTERVENING VARIABLE

Abstract- This research wants to investigate the effect of financial knowledge, basic individual traits and compound traits towards intention to invest of pre-retirees with the intervening variable of financial self-efficacy. Older pre-retirees have unique psychological and economic position, as they experience their highest level of lifetime earnings while nearing the end of their financial life cycle. Older pre-retirees must find ways to self-regulate their financial environment. One way to deal with this is through the investment scheme. We use modified model to know the factors that affect intention to invest based on their knowledge and personality, with financial self-efficacy as the intervening variable. We involved 160 respondents of 45 years old and older. The result showed that all the hypothesis is rejected except financial knowledge which is positively associated with intention to invest. This result presents that pre-retirees in Indonesia who have good financial knowledge will have intention to invest in financial products. Keywords: Pre-retirees, intention to invest, financial self-efficacy
Relationship between social support and commitment to the task with academic flow to students

This research aimed to determine the relationship of social support and commitment to the task with the academic flow of the FSRD UNS students. Research uses quantitative research methods through surveys on 300 FSRD students. The samples in this study were 271 FSRD UNS students. Sampling in this study using a proportional random sampling cluster technique i.e. the determination of sample members is carried out randomly by voting the class of each department. The data collection techniques used are psychological scales. The results showed that Fcount value is 42.303 (Fcount> Fttable 3.026) with sig. 0,000 (p <0.05) and the R value is 0.471, which means the correlation is on moderate level. The R square value is 0.222 indicating the effective contribution is 22.16%, with effective contribution of social support is 2.8% and task commitment is 19.36%. The conclusion is that there has positive correlation between social support and task commitment with academic flow.
Degenerative tendoachilles tear repaired and augumented by peroneous brevis tendon by dynamic loop technique one year follow up

Background: Repair of degenerative rupture of tendoachilles is a challenge for orthopaedician. We used peroneus brevis tendon in our patients to augment the repair of degenerated tendoachilles tears by creating a dynamic loop. Methods: In our study, we evaluated 31 patients with Achilles tendon rupture treated by reconstruction using peroneus brevis tendon transfer by dynamic loop suture technique. The patients were from all age groups excluding those lesser than 35 years. The average follow-up being 6 months. Results: In total 31 patient’s majority of patients belong to 41-50 years (15 cases 48.4%). Male patients being 24 (77.4%) constituted the majority, right sided injury was noted in 23 (74.2%) of the patients. Most common symptom of Achilles tendon rupture is pain. The mechanism of injury in most of the patients by stumbling in the fields in 19 (61.3%). Results of testing the patient’s ability to heel raise for 60 seconds 20 patients were able to sustain, while 8 patients were able to stand on toe with heel raised but could not sustain it. 3 patients could not do raise the heel. 5 patients complained of sensory hypoesthesia at 12 months follow-up. By Rupp scoring, 77% patients had excellent or good results and 10% had fair or poor results. Conclusions: Results of reconstruction of Achilles tendon ruptures using peroneus brevis tendon show a strong and stable repair that allows early weightbearing ambulation with favourable clinical results in most patients.
Gazing into the World of Tattoos: An Invitation to Reconsider how we Conceptualize Religious Practices

Debates around the visibility of religious symbols – including whether and how to regulate them—have been quite vivid in recent years in Canada, and particularly in the province of Quebec. These discussions often focus on minority religious symbols and are based on the premise that symbols can be removed or modified. In fact, Saba Mahmood (2006, 2009) argues that using the term “symbol” precludes de-facto our ability to entertain the possibility that these symbols cannot be removed or modified. Drawing on 15 interviews with religiously tattooed individuals and tattoo artists in Montreal and Toronto, this article explores the practice of religious tattooing. Interestingly, this practice has been overlooked in debates on the regulation of religious symbols, as well as in the scholarly literature covering those debates. In this article, we are interested in thinking about why this is. We also argue that looking at the practice of religious tattooing helps give further credence to Mahmood’s criticism. It broadens our understanding of religious practices, including alerting us to the importance of the idea of ‘lived religion’ in comprehending how these practices can be an essential part of who someone is. While religious tattoos have largely escaped legal regulation, we conclude with a discussion of how they nonetheless remain the object of a regulatory gaze.
Biochemical and Microbiological Assessment of Smoked Dried Clarias gariepinus

Microbiological and Biochemical characteristics of smoke-dried Clarias gariepinus was studied for four weeks to assess changes related to belated consumption. Five fishes were bought from 3 different sellers and then mixed together to make a composite sample of fifteen. Analytical methods as described by Bergey’s manual of bacteriology and AOAC were used for weekly Microbiological and Biochemical analysis while Mineral was analyzed biweekly, Microbiological properties fluctuated through the 4 weeks but were within acceptable limits as prescribed by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), microflora isolated study are Penicillium and Aspergillus niger , the bacterial Species isolated are Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella spp and E. coli. There was significant (p<0.05) rise in ash and protein while moisture and lipid declined significantly (p<0.05) through the period of the study. Mineral content for Na, K, Ca and Fe did change significantly (p<0.05) through the study. The quality of the smoke-dried C. gariepinus was wholesome at the time of purchase but progressively declined through the course of the study thereby making it of reduced nutritional benefit and potentially harmful for consumption.