Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Pollen Grains in the House Dust of Kayseri, Turkey

As most people spend most of their time indoors, a considerable amount of attention has focused in recent years on human exposure to allergens of dust mite, cockroach, cat, and dog. However, little is known about the concentrations of pollen allergen in their homes. To the aim was identify indoor pollen grains during and out of pollination season in the Kayseri city. For their percentage values, pollen season periods and pollen concentration. Pollen grains from 46 taxa were identifi ed over one year period. 25 taxa were of arboreal plants, whereas the others were of non-arboreal plants. The distribution of total pollen grains [grains/cm 2 ] was as follows: arboreal plants and shrubs 31 %, herbaceous plants including Poaceae 20 %, other herbaceous plants 35 % and undetermined as 14 %. Pollen concentrations began to increase in April, reached their maximum level in May. The pollen calendar including all recorded pollen grains was displayed. Although we known how the allergens in settled dust are equilibrated with those in the atmosphere, the considerable high level of pollen in indoor dust even during periods when no pollen is present in the atmosphere may be an important cause of pollen allergy symptoms out of pollination season.
Downregulation of TRPC6 regulates ERK1/2 to prevent sublytic C5b‑9 complement complex‑induced podocyte injury through activating autophagy

Idiopathic membranous nephropathy (IMN) is a common glomerular disease, in which 50-60% of patients can progress to end-stage renal disease within 10-20 years, seriously endangering human health. Podocyte injury is the direct cause of IMN. Sublytic C5b-9 complement complex induces damage in podocytes' structure and function. In sublytic C5b-9 treated podocytes, the expression of canonical transient receptor potential 6 (TRPC6) is increased. However, the specific mechanism of TRPC6 in sublytic C5b-9 treated podocytes is unclear. The present study aimed to reveal the effect and mechanism of TRPC6 on sublytic C5b-9-induced podocytes. Normal human serum was stimulated using zymosan to form C5b-9. A lactate dehydrogenase release assay was used to examine C5b-9 cytotoxicity in podocytes. The RNA and protein expression levels were analyzed using reverse transcription-quantitative PCR, western blotting and immunofluorescent assay, respectively. Cell Counting Kit-8 assay and flow cytometry were carried out to test the viability and apoptosis of podocytes, respectively. Transmission electron microscopy was used to observe autophagic vacuole. F-actin was tested through phalloidin staining. Sublytic C5b-9 was deposited and TRPC6 expression was boosted in podocytes stimulated through zymosan activation serum. Knockdown of TRPC6 raised the viability and reduced the apoptosis rate of sublytic C5b-9-induced podocytes. Meanwhile, transfection of small-interfering (si)TRPC6 facilitated autophagy progression and enhanced the activation of cathepsin B/L in sublytic C5b-9-induced podocytes. The phosphorylation level of ERK1/2 was receded in siTRPC6 and sublytic C5b-9 co-treated podocytes. Moreover, the addition of the ERK1/2 activator partially reversed the effect of TRPC6 inhibition on sublytic C5b-9-induced podocytes. TRPC6 knockdown reduced the damage of sublytic C5b-9 to podocytes by weakening the ERK1/2 phosphorylation level to activate autophagy. These results indicated that targeting TRPC6 reduced the injury of sublytic C5b-9 on podocytes.
Starch content and properties of 106 sweetpotato clones from the world germplasm collection held at CIP, Peru

Les objectifs de cette etude sont d'evaluer la variabilite du taux d'amidon et les proprietes des clones de patates douces, d'estimer le plus de correlations significatives entre les variables evaluees, d'identifier les clones avec un potentiel permettant de les incorporer dans les programmes du CIP pour la production et l'utilisation d'amidon et fournir des recommandations pour de future evaluation et utilisation de la banque de genes de patates douces
Multiculturalism in Indonesia: How Does Literature Affect the Development of Diversity?

Objective: Multiculturalism serves as the root cause of social divisiveness worldwide, including in Indonesia. Meanwhile, literature is often regarded as a medium for cultivating multiculturalism among the populace. Therefore, this research seeks to examine the literature's role in fostering awareness of multiculturalism in Indonesian society. Method: The research employs the survey method. The research instrument utilizes a questionnaire containing inquiries pertaining to the comprehension of multiculturalism. The respondents' data amounts to 382. The data source is an online survey platform disseminated through Google Forms. Results: Literature is crucial in enhancing the understanding of multiculturalism within Indonesian society. It broadens horizons to appreciate differences and contemplate the values of diversity. Furthermore, literature facilitates intercultural dialogue and awareness of societal pluralism. Despite encountering challenges, literature also harbors significant opportunities to assume a greater role in advancing the comprehension of multiculturalism in Indonesian society. Hence, it is imperative to continuously support and promote literature, integrating it into education and public awareness to achieve an inclusive, tolerant, and diversity-respecting society. Conclusions: Literature plays a crucial role in enhancing the understanding and appreciation of multiculturalism among the populace in Indonesia. It possesses a potent potential to shape an inclusive, tolerant, and mutually respectful society within an environment replete with diversity.
Pulmonary mycobacteriosis: clinicalepidemiological profile of patients, treatment management, clinical outcome, and its species in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil (2013-2020)

This study aimed to describe the clinical-epidemiological profile of patients in the State of Mato Grosso, who were affected by non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), treatment management, clinical outcomes, and the species most commonly isolated from clinical samples. Between 2013 and 2020, the study analyzed 37 medical records from the Health Pulmonology sector of the Reference Center for Medium and High Complexity and it searched the Laboratory Environment Manager (GAL) system of the Central Public Health Laboratory of Mato Grosso. Patients with mycobacteriosis were predominantly diagnosed with MAC complex (avium-intracellulare complex) (n= 23.6%), with an average age of 62 years old; 51.4% were male, Caucasian (62%), and predominantly immunocompetent (HIV-negative). Most patients with comorbidities were older adults, they had sequelae of previous tuberculosis (56.8%), they were smokers (62.2%), and they had a low body mass index (29.7%) due to weight loss. Other patients had bronchiectasis (81.1%) and cavitary lesions (48.6%), with a lower incidence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The municipalities with the highest rates of nontuberculous mycobacteria were Cuiabá (14 cases), Várzea Grande (five cases), Sinop (two cases), Nova Mutum (two cases), and Rondonópolis (two cases). This study presented data from the region, with a clinical, epidemiological profile, diversity of NTM species, and treatment management according to the patient’s response to the specific treatment of the identified Mycobacterium and various outcomes. KEY WORDS: Non-tuberculous mycobacteria; MAC complex Mycobacterium; comorbidities; tuberculosis; mycobacteriosis.
Risk for Hereditary Neoplastic Syndromes in Women with Mismatch Repair-Proficient Endometrial Cancer

Endometrial cancer (EC) is a prevalent malignancy in women, and those who are proficient in the DNA mismatch repair (pMMR) pathway may have a family history (FH) that meets the criteria for a hereditary neoplastic condition (HNS). This study aimed to estimate the risk of HNS in women with pMMR endometrial tumors by analyzing their FH. To achieve this, we collaborated with a primary study and collected FH information by telephone. The final sample comprised 42 women who responded to the Primary Screening Questionnaire. Their family pedigrees were drawn and categorized according to internationally standardized criteria for the risk of HNS. Results showed that 26 women (61%) were found to be at risk for HNS, with Bethesda criteria being met by 23%, Amsterdam criteria by 15%, and 4% met the attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis criteria. Our results emphasize the importance of FH and the need to encourage healthcare professionals to collect and document FH more frequently, even if it is self-reported. By identifying individuals with HNS, we can improve their outcomes and reduce the burden of cancer in families with a predisposition to cancer.
The effects of an exercise program on the response of CD4+ and CD8+ T lymphocytes in people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA): a systematic review

People living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA) have decreased functional capacity, muscle strength and quality of life. Furthermore, HIV/AIDS can cause some adverse effects and long-term problems, such as sarcopenia and some peripheral neuropathies. A common practice among the healthy population that helps to modify these risk factors is to practice of some kind of exercise, such as aerobic and resistance exercises. The objective of this review is to assess the possible effects of exercise on the increase in CD4+ and/or CD8+ T lymphocytes among PLWHA. The LILACS, IBECS, PubMed/MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, SciELO, PEDro, ScienceDirect and Bireme databases were systematically searched for randomized controlled trials. The following descriptors were used in the search in English, Portuguese and Spanish: HIV, physical functional performance, resistance training, and aerobic exercise. The methodological quality of the studies was evaluated using the PEDro scale. The data were read, analyzed, extracted, and synthesized. Of the 3,319 studies consulted, only five met the inclusion criteria. A synthesis of the five selected studies was performed, all of which were randomized controlled trials. It was concluded that aerobic and/or resistance exercise protocols have a positive effect on immunity (CD4+ and/or CD8+ T lymphocytes and TNF-α) and on the metabolic/ biochemical profile of PLWHA. KEY WORDS: HIV; AIDS; CD4; CD8; exercise.
Effect of Heavy Metal Pollution on Leaf Litter Decomposition of Two Species of Mangroves, Avicennia marina and Rhizophora mucronata

Decomposition of litter is influenced by physicochemical characteristics of the habitat which is affected by pollution. In this study the effect of heavy metals on leaf litter decomposition of two mangrove species, Avicennia marina and Rhizophora mucronata is investigated. An experiment was conducted in which litter bags were half-buried in mangrove soil in earthen pots in a greenhouse in which close to natural conditions were maintained and they were treated with 0, 5 and 10 ppm Ni and Pb as a solution of sea water for 16 weeks. Periodic observations were taken on the dry weight remaining and the four factor ANOVA was performed. All four factors (species, heavy metals, concentrations, time) were found to be significant (P at the most 0.05) while some of the interactions were also significant. Half-life and rate of decomposition, k were calculated on the basis of 12 periodic weight loss observations. The litter decomposition followed an exponential decay curve in all cases. The highest rate of decomposition (0.0155 gDWd -1 ) and the shortest half life (7.44 days) were found for the control of Avicennia marina. In general, decomposition rate of A. marina was more rapid compared to that of R. mucronata. Whereas, the decomposition in treatments with heavy metals were found to be slower than in the controls, the minimum of which (0.0105 gDWd -1 ) and the longest half life (18.17 days) were found in Rhizophora mucronata leaves treated with 10 ppm Pb. Lead appears to be more inhibitory to the process of litter decomposition compared to nickel. The two mangrove species responded differentially to the heavy metal concentrations. The influence of heavy metals in the decomposition process is discussed.
Use of soybean as an alternative protein source for welfare-orientated production of American alligators (Alligator mississippiensis)

Soybean meal based diets have been suggested to cause gastrointestinal issues in certain species when used as a protein alternative. Using a randomized design, we tested 1,728 alligators in one of 13 communal pens offered one of two diets (seven pens (n = 928) of soybean-based protein diets and six pens (n = 800) of animal-based protein diets) to determine if soybeans would negatively affect the growth, hide quality, behavior and health, when compared with an otherwise identical diet using animal-based protein. Both feeds were nearly identical in composition for protein and fat percentages and identical for all minerals and elements. Crude protein was a minimum of 50%, crude fat a minimum of 12%, crude fiber a minimum of 4%, and phosphorous was maintained at 1%. From this information we estimated the One Welfare of using soy as a protein in commercial diets. Although there was a statistically significant decrease in belly width (p = 0.0009; harvested hide size) for alligators fed soybean-based protein diets, all other measured parameters of soybean vs. animal-based protein diets were comparable, suggesting this environmentally sustainable alternative protein source warrants consideration as a feed base. Weight was not significantly different suggesting either diet would yield similar volumes of meat. Total length was significantly affected by diet. Hide quality was not negatively impacted by protein type, with both diets producing high quality hides free of defects (assessed at the salted hide stage prior to tanning). Behaviors were not influenced by the feed type, with animals fed either diet using the pen structures the same. Further, feeding times were the same suggesting the soybean-based protein diet was equally easy to eat and palatable as the animal-based protein diet. Behavior and feeding suggested soy-based diets do not alter time budgets or activities. There were no differences in the frequency or severity of pathologies for animals fed either diet. Respiratory (lung and trachea as a proxy to measure dust inhalation), gastrointestinal (small intestine as a proxy to measure digestive disturbances), and renal (kidney as a proxy for excretory stress) histopathology demonstrated neither diet was causing overt problems. One Welfare conclusions were feeding a soybean-based protein diet did not cause production or welfare issues. Further, soybean protein-based diets may be an environmentally sustainable alternative to currently used animal-based diets. Research examining different soybean protein concentrations and sources is warranted.
How Can Autonomy Support from a Coach, Basic Psychological Needs, and the Psychological Climate Explain Ego and Task Involvement?

The aim of this study was to consider the relationships among the autonomy support an athlete perceives from their coach, the three basic psychological needs (autonomy, competence, and relatedness), the psychological motivational climate of the team (a task or ego climate), and the athlete’s motivational orientation (ego or task involvement). No other studies have investigated this. My three hypotheses were as follows: autonomy support from a coach will have an impact on motivational involvement, all three basic needs will have an impact on motivational involvement, and motivational involvement will be explained by the motivational climate. A total of 175 elite male ice hockey players from Norway, ranging in age from 15 to 18 years old, answered questionnaires about autonomy support, perceived motivational climate, achievement goal orientation, and basic psychological needs. A multiple regression analysis was conducted to predict ego–task involvement using autonomy support from the coach, the need for autonomy, the need for competence, the need for relatedness, the task climate, and the ego climate. The only two variables that statistically significantly predicted ego–task involvement were the autonomy support from the coach (std. beta = 0.28, sign = 0.05) and the ego climate (std. beta = 0.34, sign = 0.01). The analysis revealed that the athletes had a higher score on task (M = 4.85) than ego (M = 3.34) involvement, but when these were transformed into two variables (high and low) for task and ego involvement, we found that most players scored high for both task and ego involvement. We found that autonomy support from the coach had a positive relationship with a high score for players on both task and ego involvement. We also found that the three basic psychological needs had no impact on the motivational involvement of the athletes. Lastly, we found that the ego climate had an impact on motivational involvement. There was a positive relationship between a high score for the ego climate and a high score for both ego and task involvement.
Use of Physical Restraints in Nursing Homes : Current Practice in Singapore

Introduction Singapore’s population is ageing rapidly. It is estimated that the proportion of elderly aged 65 and above will rise from 7.2% of the total population in the year 2000 to 18.2% in 2030. Increase in life expectancy due to the availability of modern healthcare services has resulted in a large number of functionally impaired elderly citizens living in the community. These older persons require significant assistance for their medical conditions and functional impairments.
Thermodynamic Assessment of the NaCl-CrCl2, NaCl-CrCl3, and FeCl2-CrCl2 Pseudo-Binary Systems for Describing the Corrosion Chemistry Between Molten Salt Fuel and Steel

Abstract A thorough understanding of the corrosion chemistry between molten salt fuel and structural materials (e.g., steel) is key for the advancement of Molten Salt Reactor technology. In this work, we consider more specifically the case of a chloride fuel salt mixture and the thermochemistry of a salt mixture such as (NaCl-MgCl2-PuCl3) in interaction with (Fe, Cr, Ni). The present work aims at the development of a thermodynamic model of the key subsystems NaCl-CrCl2, NaCl-CrCl3, and FeCl2-CrCl2 to predict corrosion products that may form between molten salt and structural materials. The Modified Quasichemical Model in the quadruplet approximation is used to describe the Gibbs energy of the liquid phase. A critical review of the existing phase diagram and thermodynamic data on theses systems is first presented. To alleviate the lack of data, ab initio calculations coupled with a quasi-harmonic approach are performed to estimate the thermodynamic properties for the intermediate solid compounds Na2CrCl4 and Na3CrCl6, which exist in the NaCl-CrCl2 and NaCl-CrCl3 systems, respectively. These atomistic simulation data together with selected experimental data are then used as input for the thermodynamic assessment of the three subsystems.
Boundary stabilisation of fractional reaction-diffusion systems with time-varying delays

This paper examines the boundary stabilisation results for time fractional-order reaction-diffusion systems involving with time-varying delays. The main goal is to design the boundary control for the system by proving the well-posedness of the kernel function using the backstepping method. An invertible Volterra integral transformation is used to convert the considered system into a stable target system. Different from the existing results, the stability results for fractional RDEs are discussed in the sense of the Lyapunov–Krasovskii theory and sufficient conditions are derived with the help of the linear matrix inequality (LMI) approach. Finally, to show the application of the results, the proposed conditions are numerically validated over a time fractional-order reaction-diffusion cellular neural network model.
The necessity for enhancing awareness of tuberculosis starting from the early college semesters: empirical evidence from a cross-sectional research

Background College students, especially those in the lower grades, constitute the main high-risk population for tuberculosis (TB). Insufficient knowledge about TB among college students contributes to an increased risk of TB infection. In Zhejiang Province, China, limited research has been conducted recently on the awareness of TB in schools among college students. Therefore, this study aims to gain insight into TB knowledge among low-grade college students in Zhejiang Province and develop effective strategies for TB education targeted at this specific population. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted between 1st and 20th May 2022 in 20 colleges in Zhejiang Province, southeastern China. The survey aimed to assess the level of TB awareness among 1st and 2nd-year college students. Chi-square tests were performed to compare the rates, while multivariate logistic regression was used to identify the factors influencing the overall awareness level of students' regarding key knowledge about TB. Results A total of 4,414 lower-grade students participated in the study. The total awareness rate and entire awareness rate of key TB knowledge were 81.6 and 25.3%, respectively. Participants who demonstrated a relatively poor understanding of the definition were (51.0%), curable outcomes (75.7%), and preventive measures of TB (76.1%). Female participants [adjusted odds ratio (aOR):1.44; 95% confidence interval (CI):1.25–1.65], medical students (aOR:2.00; 95%CI:1.63–2.64), had a high level of monthly expenditures (aOR:2.50; 95%CI:1.49–4.19), had prior TB health education (aOR:1.95; 95%CI:1.68–2.25) and previous exposure to TB patients (aOR:2.13; 95% CI:1.48–3.08) indicating a better level of awareness of key knowledge about TB. Among the students, 58.5% expressed their willingness to acquire TB knowledge through “broadcasting, television, films, and audiovisual materials. ” Conclusions The total awareness rate of key knowledge among low-grade college students in Zhejiang did not meet the national requirements. To effectively prevent TB in schools, it is crucial to develop a comprehensive understanding of the disease among college students. Therefore, it is necessary to enhance TB awareness through theoretical and practical education, starting from the early semesters of college.
Effects of 25 Years Long-term Located Fertilization on Status of Heavy Metals in Non-calcareous Fluro-aquic Soil

This experiment was done in the 26 years fixed position experiment of non-calcareous fluro-aquic soil during the year of 2003,12 treatments were designed: CK,N_1,N_2,M_1,M_1N_1K,M_1N_2,M_2,M_2N_1,M_2N_2,NPK,NP and NK. The effects of long-term located fertilization on status of heavy metals in the non-calcareous fluro-aquic soil were studied. The results indicated that: The content of soil Fe,Mn,Cu,Zn under the treatments of long-term fertilization and irrigation were higher than the soil of before the trial, the accumulation amount is 10.22%～15.18%,12.66%～67.66%,18.27%～130.54% and 70.31%～129.98%. The accumulation of soil Pb in the treatments of only application organic fertilizer and combined application inorganic fertilizer was lower than non-application fertilizer. The accumulation of soil Cd in the treatments of application inorganic fertilizer was 1.46～6.17 times than that of before the trial, and it was 340.25%～3861.58% times under application superphosphate and KCl fertilizer. It can influent the soil environment quality, but little influent the sanitation quality of crop seeding.