Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Prevalence and Phylogenetic Analysis of Lipoprotein-Gene ragB-1 of Porphyromonas gingivalis—A Pilot Study

Porphyromonas gingivalis (P.g.) is a key pathogen involved in periodontal diseases. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence and phylogenetic origin of the lipoprotein-gene ragB in its most virulent variant, ragB-1 (co-transcribed with ragA-1 as locus rag-1), in different P.g. strains collected worldwide. A total of 138 P.g. strains were analyzed for the presence of ragB-1 by pooled analysis and subsequently individual PCRs. Sequencing a core fragment of ragB-1 of the individual strains made it possible to carry out a phylogenetic classification using sequence alignment. In total, 22 of the 138 P.g. strains tested positive for ragB-1, corresponding to a prevalence of 16%. The fragment investigated was highly conserved, with variations in the base sequence detected in only three strains (OMI 1072, OMI 1081, and OMI 1074). In two strains, namely OMI 1072 (original name: I-433) and OMI 1081 (original name: I-372), which originate from monkeys, two amino-acid alterations were apparent. Since ragB-1 has also been found in animal strains, it may be concluded that rag-1 was transferred from animals to humans and that this originally virulent variant was weakened by mutations over time so that new, less virulent, adapted commensal versions of rag (rag-2, -3, and -4), with P.g. as the host, evolved.
Artificial Reefs: Types, applications, trends indeployment and the development of a cost-effectivemethod for monitoring their fish faunas

The focus of this thesis is on the design and use of artificial reefs and the development of a cost-effective method for monitoring their fish faunas. A review of habitat enhancement structures around the world, focusing primarily on artificial reefs, found that these structures have been used for a wide range of purposes such as sediment stabilization, mitigation of illegal trawling, enhancing recreational fisheries and the provision of additional habitat and nurseries for threatened fish stocks. Over time, there has been a growing trend in the use of purpose built reef modules as opposed to the use of materials of opportunity. Within Australia this has been most evident in the shift away from the use of tyres and steel vessels, to the use of specially designed concrete reef modules. As these structures can require financial investments within the millions, it is important to evaluate their effectiveness through post deployment monitoring. A central part of the citizen science monitoring project being developed by Recfishwest in Western Australia is the use of university students to extract information from the Baited Remote Underwater Video (BRUV) footage collected by recreational fishers. This study found that whilst observers recorded similar numbers of species and abundance (total MaxN), significant differences were present between observers in terms of their faunal compositions. This indicates that if inexperienced observers are used in the future as part of a cost-effective monitoring project, observer bias may be a potential source of error in the data and should be mitigated through observer training. Statistical analysis of footage collected from the Bunbury and Dunsborough artificial reefs using BRUVs found a significant difference in species composition between the footage from the two reefs but not between camera positions. However, increased camera soak time and footage collection over a greater temporal scale are needed to increase the reliability of the data. Whilst improvements to the sampling regime are recommended, the use of cost-effective BRUVs shows potential as an effective method for monitoring the fish fauna of artificial reefs using citizen science.
A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Background:Biceps tenotomy and biceps tenodesis are 2 most common surgical procedures for long head of the biceps tendon (LHBT) pathology, but debate still exists regarding the choice of treatment. This meta-analysis was conducted to compare clinical results between tenotomy and tenodesis for the treatment of lesions of LHBT. It was hypothesized that there is no difference in outcomes of tenotomy and tenodesis for lesions of LHBT. Methods: A comprehensive search of literature published between 1980 and April 2020 was performed using MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web of Science, and the Cochrane Library databases. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing tenotomy and tenodesis for LHBT lesions were included. The primary outcomes were Constant score and Popeye deformity. The secondary outcomes included the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score, visual analog scale (VAS) for pain, muscle strength, cramping pain, and operative time. For primary outcomes, trial sequential analysis (TSA) was conducted to reduce the risk of random errors and the GRADE (grading of recommendations, assessment, development, and evaluations) approach was used to assess the quality of the body of evidence. Results: A total of 9 RCTs were included. In pooled analysis, statistical significance was observed in the Constant score (mean difference [MD], 1.59; 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.04–3.14; P= .04), Popeye deformity (risk ratio [RR], 0.33; 95% CI, 0.22–0.49; P< .00001) and operative time (MD, 9.94; 95% CI 8.39–11.50; P< .00001). However, there were no significant differences between the tenodesis and tenotomy in ASES score (P= .71), VAS for pain (P= .79), cumulative elbow flexion strength (P= .85), cumulative elbow supination strength (P= .23), and cramping pain (P= .61) TSA revealed that the results for Constant score was inconclusive. Conclusion: For the treatment of LHBT lesions, with the exception of constant score, there was no significant benefit of tenodesis over tenotomy. Although tenotomy is affected by a higher risk of Popeye sign, it is more timesaving. Abbreviations: ASES = American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons score, LHBT = long head of the biceps tendon, MD = mean difference, RCTs = randomized controlled trials, RR = risk ratio, RRR = relative risk reduction, SMD = standardized mean difference, TSAs = sensitivity and trial sequential analyses, VAS = visual analogue scale.
The Whole Sequences of Volcanic Event Deposits on the North Margin of the North China Plate and Their Features

According to systematic petro-mineral appraisal, differential thermal. X-ray differentiation and electron-microscope tests and quantitative analyses of trace rare elements from the volcanic event deposits of the Upper Carboniferous? Lower Permian series in Nanpiao, Liaoning, and Daqingshan, Inner Mongolia, deposit sequences of 12 volcanic events have been identified, including the 34~39th volcanic beds from bottom to top. Because the volcanic beds have their respective petro-mineral and geochemical features, they will provide a reliable basis for further proving the time-space distribution pattern of the volcanic event deposits on the northern margin of the North China plate and making stratigraphic correlation taking the volcanic beds as maker beds.
Radiocarbon datings and glacial striae from the inner part of Boknfjord area, South Norway

Whale bones overlain by moraine at Borgoy island have been dated to 12,380 ± 150 B.P. At Tveit, further east, whale bones overlain by littoral material were dated to 11,970 ± 100 B.P. These datings, together with the glacial striae in the area, show that Borgoy was covered by ice during a glacial advance at about Older Dryas Chronozone, while Tveit was not, and that a calving bay existed in the inner part of the Boknfjord area at the same time. At the mouth of Vindafjord, east of Tveit, and 3-4 km outside terminal moraines of Younger Dryas age, shells overlain by ground moraine were dated to 11,630 ± 100 B.P. This shows that the ice front in an early phase of the Younger Dryas glacial advance was situated at least 3–4 km beyond the pronounced Ra moraines in Vindafjord. The main trend of the shore line displacement between 12,000 and 9,500 B.P., based upon the whale bones and earlier investigations, can be established.
Solar activity variability in the IRI at high latitudes: Comparisons with GPS total electron content

Total electron content (TEC) measurements from 10 dual‐frequency GPS receivers in the Canadian High Arctic Ionospheric Network (CHAIN) are used to evaluate the performance of International Reference Ionosphere (IRI)‐2007 within the Canadian sector. Throughout the region, we see systematic underestimation of daytime TEC, particularly at solar maximum, where summer and equinox root‐mean‐square errors reach as high as 14 total electron content units, 1 TECU = 1016 el m−2 (TECU). It is also shown that the use of a monthly IG index, in place of the IRI's standard IG12 index, leads to an improvement in TEC specification by up to 3 TECU in the polar cap and up to 6 TECU in the subauroral region during periods of short‐term, large amplitude changes in solar activity. On diurnal timescales, variability in TEC is found to be underestimated by the IRI, during equinox periods, by up to 40% at subauroral latitudes and up to 70% in the polar cap region. During the winter, diurnal variations are overestimated by up to 40% in the subauroral region and are underestimated within the polar cap by up to 80%. Using collocated ionosonde data, we find IRI bottomside TEC to be within 1 TECU of observation with errors largest during the equinoxes. For the topside we find good agreement during the winter but significant underestimation of topside TEC by the IRI during summer and equinox periods, exceeding 6 TECU at times. By ingesting measured NmF2 into the IRI, we show that the topside thickness parameterization is the source of the bulk of the observed TEC errors.
Isolation and Characterization of Multi-drug Resistant Bacterial Species from Selected Water Sources in Izzi Area, Southeastern Nigeria

: This study assessed the bacteriological qualities of some selected surface waters in Izzi, between April and September 2016. Surface water samples were collected from four streams for bacteriological analysis. Bacteria species were identified using standard microbiological and biochemical techniques. Antibiotic susceptibility study was carried out using Kirby Bauer disc diffusion method. The result of the Mean heterotrophic bacteria count from the streams showed that Ngele-Amachi stream had 218CFU/100 mL counts, Ebonyi River 282 CFU/100mL, Igbeagu stream 173CFU/100mL and Ndi-Udara stream had 180 CFU/100mL. Out of the eighteen (18) isolates obtained, E. coli had the highest percentage occurrence (27.8%), S. aureus (22.2%) Klebsiella and Salmonella sp (16.7%), Shigella spp (11.1%), while Streptococcus spp had the least percentage occurrence (5.6%). The antibiotic susceptibility studies showed that large proportion of isolates were resistance to tetracycline, oxytetracycline, nalidixic acid, cephalothin and sulphonamides. The most effective antibiotic was azithromycin followed by imipenem. The presence of these multi-drug resistant strains in water samples could act as a vehicle in transferring antibiotic resistance. This emphasizes the need for proper treatment of water in the study area.
Influence of environmental conditions on mass rearing parameters of tsetse flies at the Bobo-Dioulasso insectary (Burkina Faso): Retrospective study

With the goal of eradicating tsetse flies and trypanosomiasis in Africa, several control methods have been developed. One of this is the biological control through the application of the sterile insect technique (SIT) as a part of an area-wide integrated pest management. This method required the mass production of sterile males with a high competitiveness. The success of the tsetse mass rearing is strongly linked to the rearing conditions. The objective of this study was to do a retrospective evaluation of the impact of ambient conditions on the production performances of Glossina palpalis gambiensis at Insectary of Bobo Dioulasso. Data of productivity, fecundity, adult emergence and environmental conditions (temperature and relative humidity) of the rearing rooms were recorded from March to June 2020 and were analysed. The results showed a reduction of the normal pupae produced and the increase of soft pupae during this period. In addition, the relative humidity has shown a significant positive correlation with the production of soft pupae, whereas it had a significant negative correlation with the number of pupae produced per female per 10 days. However, the temperature variation during the period of the data recording didn’t have any impact on the production parameters. Rearing rooms need a better management to avoid large variations in environmental parameters.
Agromorphological Characterization of the Perfume Rose ( Rosa damascena Mill . ) of Kelâa M ’ Gouna-Dades , Morocco

Rosa damascena perfume rose has a considerable place in Morocco. The essential oil, hydrolate (rose water) and dried buds produced in Kalâa M’gouna are intended for export. However, local varieties are not identified. Hence, the objective of our research into the identification of morphological variability by studying 15 qualitative and quantitative characters related to leaf, prickle and flower, at eight localities along the valley of roses. The present study has demonstrated the existence of a great morphological variability within the Kalâa M’gouna’s perfume rose. The characters associated with leaves and spines (prickles) drive this variability. The PCA analysis identified four morphotypes; the morphotype I whose stems are unarmed, the morphotype II characterized by broad leaves and moderately prickly stems, the morphotype III having stems bearing long prickle and whose petals are wider. Finally, the morphotype IV characterized by very prickly stems, leaves of reduced size and whose petals are wider.
Comprising study of produ Ctive C hara Cteristi Cs of lo Cal rabbit breed and f 1 crossbreds ( c alifornian l ine (♂) x albanian local rabbit breed (♀)) rearing in traditional and improved system

PaPa, L. , K. Kume and a. LLambiri, 2013. Comprising study of productive characteristics of local rabbit breed and F 1 crossbreds (Californian Line (♂) x Albanian local rabbit breed (♀)) rearing in traditional and improved system. Bulg. J. Agric. Sci., 19: 806-809 a total of 267 male and female rabbits coming from local rabbit breed and F 1 crossbreds (Californian Line crosses (♂) x Albanian local rabbit breed(♀)) rearing in traditional and improved system were used for this study. The evaluation and comparison of productive performances live weight at weaning (WLW), live weight at slaughter age (SLW), and average of weight gain (AWG) of these two genotypes reared in two different systems was the aim of this study. Statistical and multivariate analyses used to evaluate and compare the productive characteristics of local rabbit breed and F 1 crossbreds showed that the differences between two genotypes are significant only in improved rearing system(SLW 2822.1 g vc 2338.5 g, P<0.01), AWG 26.24 g vc 35.51 g, P<0.05. The differences between sexes and the effect of rearing season are statistically significant in both rearing systems, (P<0.05). The Gompertz curves have significant differences affected by the genotype (P<0.01) only in rabbits reared in improved system. The rabbits of local breed reared in improved system produce more meat than in traditional system. (SLW 2338 g vc, 2042.4 g P<0.05 AWG 35.51 g, vc 26.24 g P<0.05). The (F 1 ) crosses could improve meat production from rabbits only if they are kept in improved system.
European Seasonal and Annual Temperature Variability, Trends, and Extremes Since 1500

) compared with 40 ppm in Acfer 094. These ordinary chondriteshave undergone more aqueous alteration thanAcfer 094 and formed at higher temperatures.This difference in abundance gives us a first lookat the effects of meteorite formation histories andparent body processes on presolar grain survival.Determination of the abundances of presolar sili-cates in other meteorite classes will give us ameans of studying the physical conditions in dif-ferent solar system environments. Due to the un-usually primitive nature of Acfer 094, we do notexpect the abundance to be higher in other mete-orites, but we still do not understand the destruc-tive processes affecting presolar silicate grainswell enough to make this a firm prediction.
DISTRIBUCIÓN DEL JAGUAR Panthera onca EN LAS PROVINCIAS DE JUJUY Y SALTA, NOROESTE DE ARGENTINA

SUMMARY: Jaguar Panthera onca distribution in Jujuy and Salta provinces in northwestern Argentina. Originally, jaguar (Panthera onca) spread from the south of the United States to the south of Argentina. At present, this species occupies 65% of the original range in South America; and in 36% of this area its population has been reduced. In northwestern Argentina, in addition to economic activities and the scarcity of protected areas, the jaguar is threatened by hunting, since ranchers consider this animal the main factor of cattle destruction. This work shows the present distribution of jaguar in the provinces of Jujuy and Salta, in northwesthern Argentina, and also discusses the relationship between jaguar and the raising of cattle in an extensive way. One hundred and ninety six records of jaguar’s presence were obtained since 1990 from field works (n=119, 60.25%) and interviews (n=77, 39.75%). They were classified as: i) sightings of jaguars (21.42%), ii) killed jaguars (18.36%), iii) depredated cattle (36.73%), and tracks and feces (18.36%), and iv) attacks to humans (5.10%). The jaguar distribution in these provinces is between 22o50'-25oS and 63o50'-65oW. The 93.58% of these records belongs to areas with extensive cattle raising. The relationship between extensive cattle rearing and jaguar distribution is analyzed. Palabras clave: Panthera onca, jaguar, distribucion, ganaderia, conservacion, Argentina.
Cardiovascular and Respiratory Effects of Increased Intra-Abdominal Pressure with and without Dexmedetomidine in Anesthetized Dogs

Simple Summary Laparoscopic procedures have been gaining popularity in veterinary medicine. However, there are no studies evaluating the safety of using dexmedetomidine as an adjuvant during laparoscopy in the veterinary literature. High intra-abdominal pressure and dexmedetomidine might have deleterious cardiorespiratory effects; therefore, this study was conducted to evaluate the effects of intra-abdominal pressure and dexmedetomidine on cardiorespiratory variables in healthy dogs. Five healthy beagle dogs were enrolled in the study, which was conducted with a crossover design. Cardiovascular and respiratory variables were monitored at different intra-abdominal pressures through inducing capnopertioneum. After a washout period, the same protocols were applied with dexmedetomidine administration. Our study revealed that no significant cardiorespiratory effects were observed until intra-abdominal pressure reached 20 mmHg, as well as during the administration of dexmedetomidine. These findings have shown that the administration of a dexmedetomidine infusion may be applicable in laparoscopic procedures in healthy dogs. Abstract Intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) elevation during capnoperitoneum can cause adverse cardiovascular and respiratory effects. This study aimed to determine if a sequentially increased IAP affects cardiovascular and respiratory variables in anesthetized dogs and evaluate the effects of the constant-rate infusion of dexmedetomidine (Dex) on cardiovascular and respiratory variables with increased IAP. Five dogs were anesthetized and instrumented, and a Veress needle was equipped to adjust the IAP using a carbon dioxide insufflator. Stabilization was conducted for 1 h, and physiological variables were measured at IAPs of 0, 5, 10, 15, and 20 mmHg and after desufflation. After the washout period, the dogs underwent similar procedures along with a constant-rate infusion of dexmedetomidine. The cardiovascular effects of increased IAP up to 20 mmHg were not significant in healthy beagle dogs and those administered with dexmedetomidine. When comparing the control and dexmedetomidine groups, the overall significant effects of dexmedetomidine were noted on heart rate, cardiac output, and systemic vascular resistance during the experiment. Respiratory effects were not observed during abdominal insufflation when compared between different IAPs and between the two groups. Overall, an increased IAP of up to 20 mmHg did not significantly affect cardiovascular and respiratory variables in both the control and dexmedetomidine groups. This study suggests that the administration of a dexmedetomidine infusion is applicable in laparoscopic procedures in healthy dogs.
Analysis of the characteristics of snow drop size distribution in the Qilian Mountains

Under the Watershed Allied Telemetry Experimental Research (WATER) project, a significant amount of snow size data was collected from March to April 2008. However, because of limited observation data for the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the modeling behavior was not satisfactory. This paper demonstrates characteristics of the snow drop size distribution (SSD) in this region. The experimental area is located in the northeastern part of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. The Heihe River Basin, which is the second largest interior river basin in China and is located on the northern slopes of the Qilian Mountains, was selected as the simulation region. This basin ranges from approximately 5,000 m to 1,000 m in elevation. A new generation Parsivel disdrometer, the OTT Parsivel, was used for measurements. Four data sets were compiled to determine the average distributions for four different snowfall rates. The characteristics of the snow particle size distribution in the mountainous area were analyzed. Similar to the raindrop distribution, there was a multi-peak structure. Most peaks appear in the D < 2 mm region (D: diameter of the snow drop size). An M-P distribution and a Г distribution were developed based on the precipitation data observed in Qilian mountainous area. We found that the Г distribution has a better fit than the M-P distribution for the actual distribution. In addition, we observed that the intercept parameter (N0) and the slope parameter (Λ) correlate well with the shape parameter (μ). The disdrometer data can also be used to model the reflectivity factor (ZH) and differential reflectivity factor (ZDR). The radar reflectivity (ZHH, ZVV) and differential reflectivity (ZDR) were modeled in order to facilitate understanding of the connections between radar and ground measurements, and were used to support work for the improvement of rainfall estimates by polarimetric radar. Rain rate estimation using radar measurements was based on empirical models, such as the Z-R relationship and R(ZH, ZDR) in the Qilian mountainous areas. The relationship of R=0.017×10HDR is better than R=0.019×10H for estimating R (melted snow). The normalized errors (NE) of R(ZH) and R(ZH, ZDR) are 13.22% and 5.20%, respectively.
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS

We have completed an audit of Laptop Encryption as part of our fiscal year 2013 Audit Plan, as required by UT System and the report is attached for your review. The audit was conducted in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors‟ International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing. The objectives of the audit were to:  determine whether laptop inventory, for University owned and personal laptops used to conduct University business, is complete, accurate, and up-to-date;  determine whether all laptops have been properly encrypted or exempted; and  gain an understanding of key internal controls over the information technology (IT) asset management process to determine whether they are adequate to track and record IT inventory.