Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Gas Chromatography Method Validation Study for Sensitive and Accurate Determination of Volatile Aromatic Hydrocarbons (VAHs) in Water

Endustriyel faaliyetlerin sonucunda cok cesitli kimyasallar ortaya cikmaktadir. Bunlar, insan sagligi ve su ortami uzerinde oldukca toksik ve kanserojenik etkilere sahip olabilirler. Bu nedenle, ulusal ve uluslararasi listelerde yasaklanmis kimyasallar olarak yer alan bu maddeler, hem su kaynaklari hem de potansiyel alici su ortamlarinda cevre ve insan sagligi acisindan surekli olarak izlenmelidir. Bu calismanin amaci, farkli su orneklerinde tasfiye & tutma (PT) islemi ile gaz kromatografisi - kutle spektrometresi (GC-MS) kullanilarak benzen, toluen, ksilenler, stiren ve klorobenzenler gibi oldukca tehlikeli maddeler iceren bazi ucucu aromatik hidrokarbonlarin (UAH’lar) hassas ve dogru tespitine yonelik yontemi sunmaktir. Onerilen metot, secicilik, dogrusallik, tespit ve tayin limitleri (LOD ve LOQ), metot ve cihazin kesinlik calismalari ile dogrulanmistir. Calismada incelenen tum analitler, PT-GC-MS icin maksimum performans sinirlari icinde guvenilir sekilde olculmustur. Secicilik calismasi, alti bos su orneginin cift analizi ile gerceklestirilmistir. Su orneklerindeki analitlerin alikonma sureleri arasinda herhangi bir bulgu veya gozleme rastlanmamistir. Kalibrasyon egrilerinin dogrusalligi, dokuz konsantrasyon seviyesinde hazirlanan standart cozeltilerin analizi ile cizilmistir. Calisma araligindaki analitik tepki dogrusalligi, tum analitlerin korelasyon katsayilari 0,9996 'dan buyuk oldugu icin mukemmel olarak degerlendirilebilir. Metot dogrulugu, geri kazanim deneyi yapilarak gerceklestirilmistir. Analitlerin geri kazanimlari % 88,4 ile % 94,6 arasinda degismektedir ve bagil standart sapma (RSD) sonuclari % 3,52 ile % 6,35 arasinda bulunmustur. Gelistirilen metodun uygulanabilirligi, su orneklerinde ilgili analitlerin tespiti ile dogrulanmistir.
Fuzzy sampled‐data control of PMSG‐based wind turbine systems with random occurring uncertainties

This article investigates the robust stability of permanent magnet synchronous generator (PMSG)‐based wind turbine (WT) systems with randomly occurring uncertainties (ROUs) under a fuzzy sampled‐data control scheme. To accomplish this, the norm‐bounded uncertainties in the d−q$$ d-q $$ inductance, system inertia, and stator resistance are considered, which are modeled as ROUs by using certain Bernoulli distributed white noise sequences. The nonlinear PMSG‐based WT systems can be expressed as local linear systems with a Takagi–Sugeno (T–S) fuzzy approach. To achieve stability performance against such kinds of uncertainties and external disturbances, fuzzy‐based sampled‐data control is designed for the proposed model. Then, the sufficient conditions are derived and expressed in the form of linear matrix inequalities based on looped‐Lyapunov functionals, which ensure the asymptotic stability of the closed‐loop T–S fuzzy model for the nonlinear PMSG–based WTs with an H∞$$ {H}_{\infty } $$ performance index. Finally, the derived conditions are validated with the proposed model and confirm the effectiveness of the proposed control scheme against the uncertainties and disturbances. Moreover, a comparison example is conducted to show the less conservative nature of the derived conditions.
Acute Effect of a Cross-Training Benchmark on Psychophysiological Factors of Cross-Training According to Performance

The study aims to analyze the acute effect of a Cross-Training benchmark on executive functions and physiological parameters according to performance. Thirty-two practitioners were divided according to their performance, Elite group (n=7; age: 28.9±4.7 years; practice: 50.0±13.3 months), Advanced group (n=10; age: 33.4±4.6 years; practice: 27.6±13.8 months) and Beginner group (n=15; age: 30.6±7.1 years; practice: 22.9±9.2 months). This research compares the groups and the pre-WOD and post-WOD moments for physiological (heart rate, lactate concentration, diastolic and systolic blood pressure) and neuropsychological variables (executive function); correlations between the physiological and neuropsychological effects of the benchmark. The results showed a significant difference concerning the performance of the WOD time (Elite: 177.1’±29.8’ s and the difference in executive functions regarding the comparison between moments: reading (Elite:76.4±20.2 percentiles), counting (Elite: 86.4±10.7 percentiles), choice (Elite: 89.3±9.8 percentiles), shifting (Advanced: 91.0±8.4 percentiles), inhibition (Advanced:76.5±12.5 percentiles), flexibility (Advanced: 93.0±6.3 percentiles), lactate (Elite:13.1±1.8 mmol/L), heart rate (Elite: 188.0±6.6 bpm), systolic blood pressure (Elite: 149.7±11.5 mmHg), and diastolic blood pressure (Elite: 73.4±6.2 mmHg). Our findings confirm that high-intensity exercise could influence the physiological mechanisms responsible for the intervention in cognitive performance, improving executive functions.
Flea Market in Minangkabau Community: The Expression of Social and Cultural

The flea market constituted a specific phenomenon in the context of market formation. Some social, cultural, and structural backgrounds trigger the formation of a flea market. This research aimed to uncover the processes of forming the flea market in Bukitinggi as a part of the Minangkabau community, in West Sumatra, Indonesia. By applying the qualitative method, data were collected from observations and in-depth interviews with informants from the Bukittinggi flea market. The 14 informants participating in this research were the flea market’s managers, sellers, and buyers. The thematic observations were carried out regularly to capture the real conditions and the discussions among the community members. The data analysis and triangulation refer to Miles and Huberman’s model. The findings confirm Aspers’ approach to market formation. The flea market was formed through three simultaneous processes: spontaneous, autonomous, and state-governed market creation. The stages of the flea market formation were orientation, contraction, and cohesion involving state actors, sellers, and buyers. The cultural barriers in the orientation process were removed during the contraction stage through various social constructions and the state’s involvement in market relocation. The cohesion was formed by upholding the community’s cultural traditions.
Characterization of the complete mitochondrial genome of the longhorn beetle, Batocerahorsfieldi (Coleoptera, Cerambycidae) and its phylogenetic analysis with suitable longhorn beetles

﻿Abstract Mitochondrial genome analysis is an important tool for studying insect phylogenetics. The longhorn beetle, Batocerahorsfieldi, is a significant pest in timber, economic and protection forests. This study determined the mitochondrial genome of B.horsfieldi and compared it with the mitochondrial genomes of other Cerambycidae with the aim of exploring the phylogenetic status of the pest and the evolutionary relationships among some Cerambycidae subgroups. The complete mitochondrial genome of B.horsfieldi was sequenced by the Illumina HiSeq platform. The mitochondrial genome was aligned and compared with the existing mitochondrial genomes of Batoceralineolata and B.rubus in GenBank (MF521888, MW629558, OM161963, respectively). The secondary structure of transfer RNA (tRNA) was predicted using tRNAScan-SE server v.1. 21 and MITOS WebSever. Thirteen protein-coding genes (PCGs) and two ribosomal RNA gene sequences of 21 longhorn beetles, including B.horsfieldi, plus two outgroups, Dryopsernesti (Dryopidae) and Heterocerusparallelus (Heteroceridae), were analyzed. The phylogenetic tree was constructed using maximum likelihood and Bayesian inference methods. In this study, we successfully obtained the complete mitochondrial genome of B.horsfieldi for the first time, which is 15 425 bp in length. It contains 37 genes and an A + T-rich region, arranged in the same order as the recognized ancestor of longhorn beetles. The genome of B.horsfieldi is composed of 33.12% A bases, 41.64% T bases, 12.08% C bases, and 13.16% G bases. The structure, nucleotide composition, and codon usage of the new mitochondrial genome are not significantly different from other longhorn mitochondrial genomes. Phylogenetic analyses revealed that Cerambycidae formed a highly supported single clade, and Vesperidae was either clustered with Cerambycidae or formed a separate clade. Interestingly, B.horsfieldi, B.rubus and B.lineolata were clustered with Monochamus and Anoplophora species in both analyses, with high node support. Additionally, the VesperidaeSpiniphilusspinicornis and Vesperussanzi and the 19 Cerambycidae species formed a sister clade in the Bayesian analysis. Our results have produced new complete mitogenomic data, which will provide information for future phylogenetic and taxonomic research, and provide a foundation for future relevant research.
Comparison of Shear Bond Strength and Adhesive Remnant Index of Two Different Primers in Dry and Wet Conditions

Purpose: To assess the shear bond strength (SBS) and adhesive remnant index score (ARI) of different primers in dry condition and in wet conditions. Materials and Methods: A total of 80 human premolars which are free from caries, cracks, and fine lines were collected and mounted on acrylic. These teeth were randomly distributed into two groups (Assure Plus and Transbond XT/MIP). Each group was again reassigned into two subgroups (dry and wet) with 20 teeth in each subgroup based on the primer used and enamel surface after etching (Contaminated or Non contaminated). All teeth bonded were then stored in separate glasses containing distilled water for seven days at 37 0C. Universal testing machine was used to measure the SBS by applying 50 kg of force at 0.5 mm/min. The adhesive remnant index was assessed by using a stereomicroscope. Results: There is no statistically significant difference in shear bond strength of Assure plus and Transbond XT bonded in dry conditions. Among the four subgroups, Assure Plus on wet teeth showed the high bond strength (12.63 ± 6.64 Mpa). There is a statistically significant difference in ARI scores between Assure Plus and Transbond MIP bonded in wet conditions (P<0.001). Conclusion: On moisture contaminated teeth, Assure Plus showed higher bond strength than Transbond MIP. Transbond MIP has the least bond strength among all, but the bond strength is adequate to withstand the masticatory forces.
Determinants of participation of farmers in the e-wallet agricultural input delivery system in Abia State Nigeria

The study determined the factors influencing farmers’ participation in the Scheme in Abia State, Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was used to select a sample of 162 farmers, who are participating in the E-wallet scheme. In the first stage, the State was divided into the three Extension Zones of the State ADP. In the second stage, 2 blocks were selected from each of the three Zones, giving a total of 6 blocks out of 54 blocks. In the third stage, 3 sub-circles were selected from each block, giving a total of 18 sub-circles. In the fourth stage, 9 farmers were selected from each sub-circle, giving a total of 162 farmers as the sample size. Data for the study were collected through the use of a structured questionnaire. The null hypothesis was tested using inferential statistics (Ordinary Least of Squares model of regression analysis). The study found a significant influence of the selected socio-economic factors on farmers’ participation in the E-wallet Scheme as seven out of the eleven factors were significant at 1 & 5% level. The factors included: sex, marital status, E-wallet experience, farm size, farming as main occupation, yield, and co-operative membership; while age, income, education and farming experience were not significant. The study concluded that the Scheme was achieving its goal of improving farmers’ yield since the influence of yield and previous participation in the Scheme were very significant at 1%. The study recommended among others, more publicity of the Scheme and registration of more farmers into the scheme because it is leading to increase in farmers’ yield, which in turn would help in achieving food security. Keywords: Determinants, farmers, participation, e-wallet, input, delivery
Biological nitrogen fixation by soybean (Glycine max [L.] Merr.), a novel, high protein crop in Scotland, requires inoculation with non-native bradyrhizobia

It is currently not recommended to grow soybean (Glycine max [L.] Merr.) further than 54° North, but climate change and the development of new high latitude-adapted varieties raises the possibility that it could be introduced into Scotland as a novel high protein crop deriving most of its nitrogen (N) requirements through biological N fixation (BNF). This was evaluated via field trials in 2017 and 2018 near Dundee (56.48°N). As there are no native soybean-nodulating bacteria (SNB) in UK soils, soybean requires inoculation to exploit its BNF potential. In 2017, three commercial inoculants containing elite Bradyrhizobium strains significantly increased plant biomass in plot trials with a soybean 000 maturity group variety (ES Comandor). Rhizobia were isolated from the nodules and identified as the original inoculant species, B. diazoefficiens and B. japonicum. One inoculant (Rizoliq Top) was used for larger-scale trials in 2018 with two varieties (ES Comandor, ES Navigator); inoculation doubled the grain yield to 1 t ha-1 compared to the uninoculated crop. The inoculated soybean obtained most of its N through BNF in both years regardless of plant genotype i.e. >73%Ndfa, with BNF contributions to aerial biomass exceeding 250 kg N ha-1 yr-1 in 2017 and that to grain 50 kg N ha-1 yr-1 in 2018. These data suggest that N-fixing soybean could be grown in Scotland without mineral N-fertiliser, either for forage as animal feed, or as green pods for human consumption (“edamame”), and potentially, even as dry grain. The potential for survival of the Bradyrhizobium inoculant strains in soils was also demonstrated through the detection of the inoculant strain B. diazoefficiens SEMIA 5080 at relatively high populations (104 g-1 dry soil) using a qRT-PCR method with SNB-specific nodZ primers. Microbiome data obtained from soil using 16S rRNA primers demonstrated that the diversity of bacteria belonging to the genus Bradyrhizobium increased in soybean-cropped soils compared to bulk soil regardless of inoculation status. The economic and practical implications of residual inoculum, as well as those arising from introducing a non-native plant and alien bacteria into Scottish soils in terms of their impact on the native soil microbiota are discussed.
Gender and Age Estimation from Human Faces Based on Deep Learning Techniques: A Review

: Due to the advancement of the methodologies employed in this field and the increased attention being paid to the deep learning (DL) techniques’ implementation, focusing on convolutional neural networks (CNNs), gender and age estimates have recently assumed a significant amount of relevance. It is important to precisely predict the gender, including the age of a person, provided that it is used in many applications for smart devices, including those related to security, health, and other areas. Although there have been several studies and research in this area, gender, and age estimation still confront certain problems and di ffi culties, such as existing of earrings, races, masked faces, makeup, etc. which might interfere with the systems’ operations and decrease their accuracy. In this paper, we assess the accuracy of the models employed in three of the most well-known datasets: MORPH2, FG-NET, and OUI-Adience. Our focus is on the best and most recent technology available in this field. Additionally, we have mentioned a list of most of the challenges that may face in the process of estimating age and gender, as well as a list of applications and areas in which it can be used.
Needs and challenges as perceived by mothers and their hospitalized children having congenital anomalies

Mothers of children with congenital anomalies (CA) have many unique challenges during the process of treatment and concern to meet the needs of their hospitalized children. Aim: the aim of the current study was to assess the needs and challenges as perceived by mothers and their hospitalized children having congenital anomalies. Design: a descriptive exploratory research design was utilized to fit the aim of the current study. Setting: the study was conducted in the pediatric surgical ward in Cairo University Specialized Pediatric Hospital (CUSPH). Sample: A purposive sample of 100 mothers and their children with congenital anomalies participated in the current study. Data collection tools: data was collected using the following tools: A structured interview questionnaire, parent needs scale, children needs questionnaire and children challenges questionnaire. Results: the results revealed that, higher mean score of needs for mothers and their children such as emotional support; communication with medical team, participation in child care, mothers closeness, nutrition, learning and guidance. Higher mean score of challenges for mothers and their children such as health team communication, family acceptance, social stigma, poor mothers bonding, parent stress and financial responsibility. There were statistically significant correlations between mothers’ challenges and their ages, place of residence and educational level, such as knowledge about surgical management, poor mothers bonding, parent stress, stigma, financial challenges and family acceptance. There were statistical significant correlations between children needs such as learning, child and mother closeness, support and guidance with their ages. Conclusion: the study findings of the current study presented higher levels of mother's needs and challenges with their children having congenital anomalies. Recommendation: Empowerment programs and supportive care for mothers and their children with congenital anomalies are mandatory.
Effect of Financial Inclussion and Social Influence on Community Interest in Using Financial Technology

The development of world technology, especially in Indonesia, is progressing. Many new and innovative creative ideas have emerged in the field of digital technology. Currently, in the financial sector, various technological innovations have emerged that make it easier to carry out financial transactions and other financial activities carried out by the general public, commonly known as FinTech, or Financial Technology. FinTech is a very potential opportunity during COVID-19. However, there are still many people who do not understand the concept of financial inclusion, for example in the use of financial products. The Yogyakarta Financial Inclusion Index is a composite of 76.12%, conventional 75.85%, and Sharia 8.92%. Increasing financial inclusion through fintech cannot be separated from the social influence that accompanies every trend in society in the use of financial services. The type of research used is quantitative. The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is an influence of financial inclusion and social influence on people's interest in using FinTech in the special region of Yogyakarta. primary data source using a primary data questionnaire with 114 respondents and e-wallet users. The results of this study indicate the influence of financial inclusion and social influence on interest in using FinTech. Because of how easy it is for people to get to and use FinTech, like e-wallets, to make transactions easier.
Curbing the Plague of Nepotism by Improving Job ‎Performance

Nepotism is considered an ugly feature of corruption and is currently one of ‎the most common plagues ‎in the Syrian economy. The ‎infestation of nepotism in public sector ‎organizations is causing a major ‎setback to the much-needed growth. This study examines ‎the effect of ‎nepotism on employee performance in the Syrian public sector and how the ‎‎training and development of employees can curb this issue. Data were ‎collected from the General ‎Organization of Tobacco in Latakia, Syria‎. A total of 280 ‎questionnaires were distributed ‎among the organization’s staff, and Regression Analysis was applied to test the hypotheses. The ‎‎findings showed that the Syrian public sector employees were conscious of the undesirable ‎effects of nepotism ‎on job performance. In addition, employees who have the chance to participate in training and development ‎programs tend to increase their job performance. ‎Finally, the result indicates that nepotism has a ‎noteworthy harmful impact on employee training and development in the Syrian public sector. ‎The current results ‎contribute valuable information to the existing literature on human resources.
The nature of collaborations on programming assignments in introductory physics courses: a case study

We are providing a mixed-method case study of student collaborations on a programming assignment in an introductory physics course for non-majors. Clustering techniques provide insights on code similarity, and network analysis uncovers social networking in the completion of the assignment. These results are complemented by an open-ended survey, which aims to explain the formation of these network structures, as well as elicit affective and epistemological feedback. It was found that students generally underestimate the size of their collaboration network, except for students who feel overwhelmed by the task—these students believe that everybody copies. The crucial question whether student learning is aided or hindered by these collaborations leads to recommendations for future implementations of programming activities and assignments in physics courses.
Fecal Microbiota and Associated Volatile Organic Compounds Distinguishing No-Adenoma from High-Risk Colon Adenoma Adults

Microbiota and the metabolites they produce within the large intestine interact with the host epithelia under the influence of a range of host-derived metabolic, immune, and homeostatic factors. This complex host–microbe interaction affects intestinal tumorigenesis, but established microbial or metabolite profiles predicting colorectal cancer (CRC) risk are missing. Here, we aimed to identify fecal bacteria, volatile organic compounds (VOC), and their associations that distinguish healthy (non-adenoma, NA) from CRC prone (high-risk adenoma, HRA) individuals. Analyzing fecal samples obtained from 117 participants ≥15 days past routine colonoscopy, we highlight the higher abundance of Proteobacteria and Parabacteroides distasonis, and the lower abundance of Lachnospiraceae species, Roseburia faecis, Blautia luti, Fusicatenibacter saccharivorans, Eubacterium rectale, and Phascolarctobacterium faecium in the samples of HRA individuals. Volatolomic analysis of samples from 28 participants revealed a higher concentration of five compounds in the feces of HRA individuals, isobutyric acid, methyl butyrate, methyl propionate, 2-hexanone, and 2-pentanone. We used binomial logistic regression modeling, revealing 68 and 96 fecal bacteria-VOC associations at the family and genus level, respectively, that distinguish NA from HRA endpoints. For example, isobutyric acid associations with Lachnospiraceae incertae sedis and Bacteroides genera exhibit positive and negative regression lines for NA and HRA endpoints, respectively. However, the same chemical associates with Coprococcus and Colinsella genera exhibit the reverse regression line trends. Thus, fecal microbiota and VOC profiles and their associations in NA versus HRA individuals indicate the significance of multiple levels of analysis towards the identification of testable CRC risk biomarkers.