Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The Impact of Vocational Training Interventions on Youth Labor Market Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis

We summarize more than 1,600 effect size estimates from 89 studies evaluating the impact of vocational training on youth labor market outcomes globally. Two-thirds of effect sizes derive from experimental evaluations. Using Hedge’s g as outcome measure, we employ robust variance estimation (RVE) to account for statistically dependent effect sizes. Univariate meta-regressions show a more than two-times larger impact of training on labor market outcomes (g=0.12***) than in related meta-analyses. Multivariate meta-regressions suggest that: 1) pure in-classroom or workplace-based training is less effective than combining both; 2) training affects outcomes through human capital accumulation in high income countries, while it acts a signaling and screening device in lowand middle income countries; 3) involving non-public actors in the design or implementation of interventions yields larger effect sizes; 4) the impact of training on conditional, e.g. formal employment or wages, is lower than on unconditional outcomes; 5) intention-to-treat impact estimates are relatively lower; 6) effect sizes are smaller in male and female sub-samples than in mixed samples.
Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Textile and Cardboard Waste as a Glucose Source for the Production of Limonene in Escherichia coli

Cellulose containing textiles (cotton) and cardboard/carton waste represent a large reservoir of untapped organic carbon. These wastes have enormous potential for use as carbon feedstock in industrial biotechnological processes. Essentially, cotton/cardboard (CC) waste is pure cellulose (with some additives) in the form of polymerised glucose consisting of β-(1→4)-linked D-glucose subunits. One of the largest and most diverse classes of natural chemicals that can be produced from glucose are terpenes with a wide range of applications as flavours, fragrances, pharmaceuticals, biopesticides, and biofuels. Here we have investigated the bioconversion of CC waste into the exemplary terpene limonene as a proof of concept. Six different CC waste streams were enzymatically hydrolysed and used to produce limonene using the Escherichia coli (E. coli) microbial cell factory. The D-glucose content in the CC hydrolysate (glucose juice) was determined and then metabolised by E. coli via a manipulated heterogeneous biolipid synthesis pathway (the mevalonate pathway) to produce limonene. This study represents an important proof of concept for the production of terpenes from hydrolysed CC waste streams.
SEMEN QUALITY, BODY WEIGHT AND FOOD INTAKE OF NAKED NECK AND NORMALLY FEATHERED COCKS AS INFLUENCED BY DIETARY PROTEIN

A total number of 92 cockerels aged 30 weeks (46 Nana and 46 nana) were randomly distributed into two groups. Each group within each genotype had fed a diet containing 14 or 16% crude protein (23 each). The experimental period was run from 30 till 40 weeks of age. Results obtained could be summarized as follows: - The daily feed intake was significantly differed according to genotype and dietary protein level. The interaction (G*T) being also highly significant. - The body weight of cocks did not significantly affected by genotype throughout the study. - The low protein diet significantly increased body weight of cocks at 40 weeks of age compared to high protein diet. - The Nana cocks gene had significantly higher semen volume than that of normally feathered one. The cocks fed high protein diet have significantly higher semen volume than that of cocks fed low protein diet at 32 weeks of age. However, the effect of dietary protein level on semen volume at 36 and 40 weeks of age did not significant. - The naked neck gene and dietary protein diet did not significantly affected on total plasma protein at 32 weeks of age. - In conclusion, the low protein diet may improved the semen characteristics of heterozygous naked neck cocks under low ambient temperature.
Inverse problems and imaging

Dorn (O) Inverse Problems and Imaging Inverse Problems are found almost everywhere nowadays not only in science and engineering, but also in finance and economy. Solving an inverse problem comes with specific challenges. Most commonly it involves theory, numerical experiments and some familiarity with specific applications. In the following, I give some examples which students might be interested in to work on. Most of them involve a component of so-called ‘forward modelling’, which essentially is numerical simulation (thereby some familiarity with a programming language such as MATLAB, C, C++, Fortran90 etc is required, or the willingness to learn basics of such a language as part of the project), which could be the focus or just a part of the project. Then also the aspect of inversion is involved, which makes use of the results of the ‘forward modelling’ in some way for data inversion. In the following, I give an ad-hoc list of possible topics. I am happy to discuss these and also additional topics brought forward to me by interested students. Notice that for some of these projects it is advisable that students also take the course module MATH46132 Numerical Optimization and Inverse Problems.
Mechanical properties of pumpkin seeds

Due to the lack of information on the mechanical properties of pumpkin seeds and the need to develop equipment that can be used more efficiently for their processing, the objective of this project was to study the mechanical properties of commercial pumpkin seeds. Pumpkin ( Cucurbita moschata ) seeds from the commercial cultivars ‘Rajada Seca Melhorada’ and ‘Jacarezinho’ with moisture content ranging from 0.670 to 0.094 decimal (dry basis – d.b.) and 0.923 to 0.033 decimal (d.b.), respectively, were used. The determination of the compressive strength of the seeds was carried out by means of uniaxial compression tests. The seeds were compressed in their natural resting position, at a constant speed (force application rate) of 0.0001 m s -1 . The average force for deformations varied between 43.90 and 0.56 N for ‘Rajada Seca Melhorada’ and between 13.20 and 0.20 N for ‘Jacarezinho’, and the values of the proportional deformation modulus from 8.05 to 23.68 x 10 7 N m -2 for the cultivar ‘Rajada Seca Melhorada’ and from 2.05 to 21.64 x 10 7 N m -2 for ‘Jacarezinho’. It is concluded that the necessary force for deformation of pumpkin seeds decreases with the increase of the moisture content. There is an increase in the values of the proportional deformation modulus with the reduction of moisture content, for the cultivars ‘Rajada Seca Melhorada’ and ‘Jacarezinho’. It can be seen that seeds of ‘Rajada Seca Melhorada’ pumpkin have a greater resistance to the deformation force than those of ‘Jacarezinho’.
Participation Analysis of Social Forestry Program: Case Study in Sanggau District, Indonesia

As one of the benchmarks for the success of the Community Forestry (HKm) program, participation provided access and increased the capacity to manage state forests. HKm in Sanggau District was initiated and facilitated by various parties with intensive and sustainable empowerment activities. Therefore, this research aimed to analyze participation in managing state forests in the HKm scheme. The level was measured using the Arnstein participation concept in the planning, implementation, and evaluation stages. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, questionnaire distribution, and document reviews, and the analysis employed a qualitative descriptive approach with descriptive statistics. The participation forms included thoughts, ideas, suggestions, and energy contributions to planning, implementation, and evaluation activities. The result showed that the participation level in the research area was in the delegated power stage, through projects/activities conducted by external parties to achieve speciﬁc goals.
Modeling the total and polarized emission in evolving galaxies

Future radio observations with the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) and its precursors will be sensitive to trace spiral galaxies and their magnetic field configurations up to redshift z ≈ 3. We suggest an evolutionary model for the magnetic configuration in star-forming disk galaxies and simulate the magnetic field distribution, the total and polarized synchrotron emission, and the Faraday rotation measures for disk galaxies at z < 3. Since details of dynamo action in young galaxies are quite uncertain, we model the dynamo action heuristically relying only on well-established ideas of the form and evolution of magnetic fields produced by the mean-field dynamo in a thin disk. We assume a small-scale seed field which is then amplified by the small-scale turbulent dynamo up to energy equipartition with kinetic energy of turbulence. The large-scale galactic dynamo starts from seed fields of 100 pc and an averaged regular field strength of 0.02 μG, which then evolves to a “spotty” magnetic field configuration in about 0.8 Gyr with scales of about one kpc and an averaged regular field strength of 0.6 μG. The evolution of these magnetic spots is simulated under the influence of star formation, dynamo action, stretching by differential rotation of the disk, and turbulent diffusion. The evolution of the regular magnetic field in a disk of a spiral galaxy, as well as the expected total intensity, linear polarization and Faraday rotation are simulated in the rest frame of a galaxy at 5 GHz and 150 MHz and in the rest frame of the observer at 150 MHz. We present the corresponding maps for several epochs after disk formation. Dynamo theory predicts the generation of large-scale coherent field patterns (“modes”). The timescale of this process is comparable to that of the galaxy age. Many galaxies are expected not to host fully coherent fields at the present epoch, especially those which suffered from major mergers or interactions with other galaxies. A comparison of our predictions with existing observations of spiral galaxies is given and discussed.
Microbiological, Biochemical, and Organoleptic Properties of Probiotic Dairy Desserts Made from Camel Milk and Echinophora platyloba Extract Nanoemolsiun

This study aimed to produce Lactobacillus Plantarum bacteria and the Echinophora platyloba extract nanoemulsions by sodium alginate to enrich dairy dessert based on camel milk. For this, the amount of 0.6, 1.25, and 2.5% Echinophora platyloba extract was added to dessert. Extract nanoemulsion, dairy desserts physicochemical, microbial, and overall acceptance was tested. The viability of probiotic bacteria was performed on 1, 11, and 21 days in three replications. The results showed the formation of fine and uniform particles. The nanoemulsion of the extract caused more preservation of phenolic compounds and thus increased their antioxidants. The diffusion result shows that Escherichia coli and Candida albicans were the most resistant and sensitive microorganisms, respectively. The nanoemulsion of the extract showed the MIC and MBC on Escherichia coli , Candida albicans , and Aspergillus niger . However, no statistically significant difference was observed between the MIC of the free and nanoemulsion extract on Staphylococcus aureus . Dairy desserts test showed an increase in acidity, ash and overall acceptance, a decrease in pH and moisture with an increase in the concentration of the fine-grained extract, and the storage time. The used extract had no significant effect on the amount of fat and protein in the treatments. The microbial test showed that bacteria did not grow against the microencapsulated extract. An increase in the viability of probiotic bacteria in dairy desserts was also reported. Therefore, dessert milk based on camel milk can be introduced as a beneficial probiotic product.
Impact on ruminant performance of feed additives: Review

--- In order to elicit the desired reaction at animals, feed additives must be included in high concentrations in the diet. Microorganism-based feed additives for ruminants have been more popular over the last two decades, and this trend is expected to continue. Dairy farmers may utilize feed additives to enhance the nutritional content of their dairy cows' meals and boost revenues by using them properly. The use of supplements should not be seen as a substitute for well-balanced diets and sound feeding procedures, but rather as an addition to them. Although yeast biomass, a byproduct of the alcoholic beverage industry, has previously been employed as a protein source, research into feeding yeast as a probiotic began in the 1950s. Probiotics like yeast were only employed as a feed additive at a lesser level. It was in the 1940s and 1950s when Saccharomyces cerevisiae (Sc) was first used as a probiotic in tiny doses added to animal feed. Anaerobic cellulitis bacteria count and ruminal PH value may be improved by adding yeast to ruminant diets, according to research. mineral absorption is influenced by the patterns of volatile fatty acids.
Communication skills to increase reading comprehension in students of the 3rd grade of primary school

This study arose from the need to apply the Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing (HAELE) program to increase reading comprehension in students. This program will improve communication skills in the third year of primary school in the Paimas Educational Center, Piura 2021. The Juan Velazco Alvarado Educational Complex participated as experimental group (GE) and the 15164 Jambur Educational Complex as control group (GC). The objective is to determine the effect of the HAELE program. Most of the students do not master basic communication skills and it is important to analyze this problem, since the results will be useful for the directors of the educational institutions to take measures. Two groups with 23 students each participated in this experimental research. The communication skills program was applied to the GE. The inferential results showed that the arithmetic mean of the SG increased 7.96 points; the CG increased 1.77 points. The standard deviation of the GE decreased 0.91 points, but the CG increased 0.15 points. The significance level of the SG decreased 0.722 in students. Consequently, it is proposed that the authorities of the "Núcleo Educativo Paimas" apply the HAELE program. study theoretical a state the art guide the research being executed. the national level, found to demonstrate the role of graphic organizers in the reading process of elementary school children. The results show the presence of a positive correlation. Finally, students achieved high scores and high levels of reading comprehension. This study achieved contributions of the active methodology in reading comprehension, focusing on the inferential and critical aspects. Another research is that of who the positive impact of speed reading on the reading talent of elementary schoolchildren. The schoolchildren reached an outstanding achievement level with 52.0 %, a predicted achievement level of 40.0 %. This is a useful study because it reaffirms the ideas of Cassany, a proponent of reading comprehension strategies. Hilario who addressed how to improve inferential comprehension with schoolchildren an educational institution is also commented. The results are positive in the application of analogical transfer skills in inferential level reading comprehension. It is noted that no local background has been recorded due to the difficulty of access to the source originated by the global problem covid-19.
Production of Talisia esculenta seedlings under irrigation with saline water in substrate with hydrogel

Salinity is one of the factors that compromise the formation of seedlings, so it is necessary to associate measures that mitigate its effects. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of irrigation frequencies, water salinity, polymer and container volume on the growth and quality of Talisia esculenta (A. St.-Hil.)Radlk seedlings. The treatments were obtained from the combination of polymer concentrations (0.0; 0.2; 0.6; 1.0 and 1.2 g dm -3 ), electrical conductivities of water (0.3; 1.1; 2.7; 4.3 and 5.0 dS m -1 ) and irrigation frequencies (daily and alternate) plus two additional treatments to evaluate container volume. The growth and quality of seedlings were analyzed at 100 days after sowing. Reduction in irrigation frequency from daily to alternate days reduced the growth, biomass accumulation, and quality of the seedlings. Overall, salinity hampered the formation of the seedlings while the polymer had positive effects. T. esculenta seedlings are considered to be sensitive to salinity and should be irrigated using water with conductivity of up to 0.7 dS m -1 at a daily frequency of application. The polymer can be incorporated up to 1.2 g dm -3 and containers with higher volumetric capacity (0.75 vs 1.30 dm 3 ) are indicated for the production of T.
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Background : Low birth weight (LBW) is a major contributor to the global burden of neonatal morbidity and mortality. It is important to identify the significant determinants of LBW, mainly among term babies, who should have achieved optimal weight gain before delivery to reduce the burden of LBW. Objectives: To determine the Prevalence of LBW among term babies delivered in a Nigerian hospital and the socio-demographic and clinical correlates of LBW. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among two hundred and twenty-seven term babies and their mothers at the Sacred Heart Hospital, Lantoro (SHHL), Abeokuta, Nigeria, between November 2017 and February 2018. Results: The Prevalence of LBW was 4.4%. Over 90% of the mothers were educated, married and employed. There was a significant association between term-LBW and maternal booking BMI, anaemia at booking, multiple pregnancies, alcohol intake in pregnancy and paternal level of education. Underweight booking BMI, anaemia at booking, and low paternal level of education were independent predictors of term-LBW. Conclusions : The Prevalence of term-LBW babies in this study was relatively low. Aside from multiple pregnancies, the other main determinants of LBW include modifiable parental socioeconomic factors. Further reduction in term LBW can be achieved by improving parental education and enhancing maternal health through pre-conception care.
Structured covariance matrices and dimensionality reduction in array processing

Data are often passed through rectangular matrix transformations in adaptive beamforming and direction-of-arrival estimation to reduce data dimension and lower computational load. The authors show that the transformation defines a structured model for the full dimension data covariance matrix. Signal processing applied to the reduced dimension data is equivalent to processing the original data while constraining the covariance matrix to have the specified structure. A procedure is given for designing the structure of the covariance matrix to minimize the average error between the true covariance and the structured model. Simulations indicate that this design procedure is very effective and that improved resolution can be obtained with reduced-dimension direction-of-arrival estimates. <<ETX>>
JOURNAL OF RADIOGRAPHY AND RADIATION SCIENCES IMPACT OF ULTRASOUND AND SOCIODEMOGRAPHIC VARIABLES ON MATERNAL FOETAL ATTACHMENT IN TARABA STATE, NIGERIA

Background: Maternal foetal attachment is manifested in behaviors that demonstrate care and commitment to the foetus. Ultrasound decreases maternal anxiety and confers psychological beneﬁt following a reassuring sonogram. Maternal-foetal attachment is aﬀected by many socio-demographic factors which include maternal age, occupation, educational level, race, marriage duration, ethnicity, Religion, income status, pregnancy planning, and identiﬁcation of the foetal gender Aim: This study was aimed at assessing the eﬀect of ultrasound and sociodemographic factors on maternal foetal attachment during pregnancy. Method: A prospective study was conducted from November, 2019 to March, 2020. A convenient sampling method was employed and included 404 pregnant nd rd women aged 18-45 years old in their 2 and 3 trimester. The data were collected using a maternal foetal attachment scale questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were carried out at p value < 0.05. Result: The score of maternal foetal attachment scale was greater with post ultrasound than the pre ultrasound. There was statistically signiﬁcant diﬀerence between the pre and post ultrasound maternal foetal attachment scale ( p=0.000). A statistically signiﬁcant diﬀerence was observed in the maternal foetal attachment across the diﬀerent ethnic groups (p=0.000), planned and unplanned pregnancy (p=0.000). Conclusion: This study revealed that ultrasound scan has inﬂuence on maternal foetal attachment, planned pregnancy. Hausa, Bandawa and Jenjo were found to be more attached to their foetuses. ABSTRACT
Ultrasonic Technique in Treating Wastewater by Electrocoagulation Technique in Treating

- Electrocoagulation Treatment can be considered as a favorable tool for the removal of many pollutants of various forms of wastewater. These pollutants may include the removal of colloidal, the breaking-up of emulsions and heavy metals. This process consists of the disintegration of the anodes (usually iron or aluminum), exciting the creation of coagulant mixtures in wastewater. That will aid to coagulate contaminants and generate bubbles in favor of mixing and elimination of solids suspension by flotation. Recently, the arrangement of using this technique with other treatment tools has turned out to be an interesting subject leading to an improvement in the removal efficiency of the treatment. In this study, a combined treatment of electrocoagulation and ultrasound has been applied to treat three most common wastewaters in oil industry. The ultrasound-electrocoagulation removal efficiencies for the removal of oil, suspended bentonite and zinc have been evaluated here. In this work, a synthetic wastewater would be treated using electrocoagulation technique to reduce turbidity caused by pollutants. This process has been done in a batch reactor equipped with aluminum/iron electrodes with and without agitation. The effects of one of the most important parameter, i.e. applied voltage on turbidity have been studied. In addition, the effect of using ultrasonic has been also evaluated. It was found when ultrasonic used with electrocoagulation, the turbidity increased for suspended bentonite and oily wastewaters and an improvement in removal efficiency for the heavy metals pollutants. The results were compared and discussed.