Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Studies on the southern elephant seal, Mirounga leonina (L.). V. Population dynamics and utilization

The breeding population of Mirounga leonina (L.) at Macquarie Island is stable at about 36,000 cows and 3500–4000 bulls, with an annual maximum of the order of 110,000. Survival of branded weaned pups to the fourth year of life is over 40% in both sexes: 20% of females survive to the eighth year of life, but few may live more than 12 years: 16% of males survive to the eighth year of life, but the small number of breeding males may contain individuals 20 years old. Important factors limiting the world population are the number of possible breeding places in the zone of maximum food supply near the Antarctic Convergence, and the amount of food immediately around them. The logistic and biological merits of harvesting large bulls and fat weaned pups are compared: the latter merits experimental investigation, which should always precede commercial operations.
Assessment of Dentist's Perception of the Oral Health Care toward Child with Special Healthcare Needs: A Cross-sectional Study

ABSTRACT Aim The study aimed to explore dentist's perception of the oral health care toward child with special healthcare needs (CSHCN). Materials and methods A total sample size of 250 was calculated. A 13-item validated questionnaire containing four domains were distributed among the participants. Descriptive analysis was used followed by one-way analysis of variance for comparison. Results The results showed 51.54% confidence, 71.33% knowledge, and 66.90% perception among the participants. A statistically significant results were found between three domains (p value < 0.0001). Conclusion The study concludes that there is a need to raise the level of knowledge and awareness about the oral health care of CSHCN among the dental students and professionals. How to cite this article Hugar SM, Soneta SP, Gokhale N, et al. Assessment of Dentist's Perception of the Oral Health Care toward Child with Special Healthcare Needs: A Cross-sectional Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2020;13(3):240–245.
Study on Individual Plant Type Character of Liangyoupeijiu Rice

In terms of technical strategy of our country's super hybrid rice breeding as well as experience and fruits that authors have achieved in the course of studying rice breeding, by using Liangyoupeijiu (Peiai 64S/9311) and Shanyou 63(CK) as fundamental test materials, superiority of Liangyoupeijiu in plant type and its ecological change rule were discussed by means of analyzing correlation character of 20 plant type factors. Then on the basis of numerical simulation, the reasonable leaf angle configuration of function leaves was set forth. The conclusions were as follows: (1) As for super-high yield breeding and planting, plant height and leaf angle were the two most important plant type factors. (2) Though plant height was an inheritance characteristic, ecological condition was also an important influential factor. The results indicated that coefficient of variation of plant height of Lianyoupeijiu with different sowing dates was 12.6 %, while it was 7 3% for Shanyou 63.The biggest variance of plant height reached 27 to 37 cm. An ecology prediction model for plant height was established in this study. (3) When d1d2, d2d3 was 15 cm, 25 cm respectively, and angle of flag leaf , angle of the second leaf from top as well as angle of the third leaf from top varied from 4° to 6°, 9° to 11°, 14° to 16° apart, individual plant type was perfect. Configuration of leaf angle of Liangyoupeijiu made its plant type measure up to perfection. (4) Photosynthetic superiority of Liangyoupeijiu was mainly showed by more green leaves on its main stalk which maintained large photosynthesis area during the whole growing period, by slower aging of function leaves, by bigger specific leaf weight as well as thicker lamina. And all these traits enabled it to more yield.
Modelling runoff in the Rheraya Catchment (High Atlas, Morocco) using the simple daily model GR4J. Trends over the last decades

The Tensift watershed (20500 km2), located around Marrakech (Morocco) is experiencing water resource shortage resulting from the strong increase of water consumption due to both urban and agricultural development, and more and more frequent drought periods which may prefigure the ongoing climatic changes. Water management in this area would benefit from tools based on a reliable knowledge and modelling of the water fluxes. The SudMed project is aimed at a better understanding of the local hydrological cycle, through collaboration with the local watershed agency (Chehbouni et al., 2008). Considering that the High Atlas Range (maximum altitude 4167 m) is from far the major water source of the Tensift watershed, the hydrological modelling of these mountains is necessary to quantify the inputs to the Tensift system and run scenarios for the future.
Introducing a Model of Student Critical Thinking Skills in History Education

This study aims at presenting a model of student critical thinking skills in history education. Using Structural Equation Modeling techniques, this survey study was empirically tested on the basis of data from sample of 124 junior high school students in South Jakarta. The result of this study confirmed that student interpretations, inference, evaluation, explanation, and monitoring are positively associated with student critical thinking skills in history education. Results confirmed that determining and analyzing argument are positively related to student analysis of cognitive skills. Understanding and clarifying the meaning of data series and expressing significance of existing situation have positive association with student interpretation. Drawing correct conclusion is positively related to student inference of themselves. The three dimensions, namely, evaluating statement credibility, argument, and logical strength of inferential relations are positively correlated with student evaluation. The two dimensions, namely, making a proof and reporting the result have positive association with student explanation. Other two dimensions, namely, correcting opinion and having self-awareness are positively correlated with students monitoring. It can be concluded that based on the goodness of fit statistical analysis results, the model hypothesized should be modified in order to have a fit model.
Effect of soil mulch, phosphorus levels and humic acid spray on the growth and green pods yield of broad bean

A field experiment was carried out in 2019/2020 growing season in Wasit governorate to study the effect of soil mulching with wheat crop residues (control and mulch), three levels of phosphorus (0, 120 and 240 kg ha-1) and four concentrations of humic acid (0, 1000, 2000, and 3000 mg l-1) and their interaction on vegetative growth and green pods yield of broad beans. Split-split plots arrangement within a randomized complete block design with three replications was used. The experimental unit was 6 m2 with a length of 2 m and a width of 3 m. The seeds of broad bean (Semillas Fito variety) were seeded in hills 25 cm apart on lines 50 cm apart, on October 5, 2019. The results showed that soil mulch and the addition of the phosphorus level (240 kg ha-1) led to a significant increase in all characteristics studied (plant height, number of leaves, leaf area, leaf area index, number of branches, pod weight, and green pods yield) compared to the control treatment. Humic acid spraying at 2000 mg l-1 caused a significant increase in plant height, leaf area, and leaf area index. The interaction between the factors also caused a significant increase in leaf area, leaf area index, plant branches number, pod weight, and green pods yield to 2108 cm2, 1.687, 11,300, 17.99 g, and 15.13 t ha-1, respectively, compared to the control treatment.
Testing Multi-Theory Model (MTM) in Predicting Physical Activity Behavior Among Upper Elementary School Children in Northern India

Introduction: Physical inactivity in children is a precursor to childhood obesity, which is a major public health concern due to its increasing prevalence over the years. Aim of this study was to predict physical activity (PA) behavior among upper elementary school children from Northern India through Multi -Theory Model (MTM). Methods: The Multi-Theory Model (MTM) was used to predict PA behavior among 214 upper elementary school children in District Ambala, Haryana, India. A 38-item Physical Activity (PA) questionnaire was used to assess the constructs of MTM. Significant predictors of PA behaviour change (i.e., initiation and sustenance) were assessed by using stepwise multiple regression. Results: Our findings showed that the mean for the intention to initiate engaging in 60 minutes of physical activity every day in the upcoming week was 2.14 units (SD = 1.23, possible range 0-4 units). The initiation model explained 12.5% variance in the intention to start PA behavior change. Sustenance model explained 5.3% of the variance in the intention for the sustenance of 60 minutes of PA every day. Examining the sustenance model, two constructs of emotional transformation (β = 0.169, P = 0.012) and practice for change (β = 0.177, P = 0.008) were significant predictors. Discussion and Conclusion: In conclusion, MTM is a useful framework to design interventions to promote physical activity among upper elementary school children in India. More empirical work needs to be undertaken in India, using randomized controlled trials that operationalize expanded form of this model. Journal of Health and Social Sciences 2020; 5,3:387-396 The Italian Journal for Interdisciplinary Health and Social Development
Monitoring System of Drowsiness and Lost Focused Driver Using Raspberry Pi

Background: Drowsiness condition is one of the significant factors often encountered when an accident occurs. We aimed to detect a method to prevent accidents caused by drowsiness and lost a focused driver. Methods: The image processing technique has been capable of detecting the characteristic of drowsiness and lost focus driver in real-time using Raspberry Pi. Video samples were processed using the Haar Cascade Classifier method to identify areas of the face, eyes, and mouth so that drowsy conditions. The methods can be determined based on the bject detected. Results: Two parameters were determined, the lost focused and drowsiness driver. The highest accuracy value for driver lost focused detection was 88.00%, while the highest accuracy value for drowsiness driver detection was 90.40%. Conclusion: In general, a system developed with image processing methods has been able to monitor the drowsiness and lost focused drivers with high accuracy. This system still needs improvements to increase performance.
Use of Internet data in Official Statistics: a proposal for a methodological framework

The multi-source approach is a must for National Statistical Offices, as they have to face negative trends in terms of available budget and decreasing response rates in statistical survey. Survey data are no longer to be considered the only source: administrative data and new sources, as the ones belonging to the vast family of Big Data, can be jointly harnessed in order to produce new information, or to increase quality and/or decrease costs of already produced one. In this paper we advance a proposal for a methodological framework useful (i) to develop a process in which survey data are used together with Internet data as a basis for modelling relations between directly observed data and data available in Internet, to be combined so to ensure a higher quality to estimates, and (ii) to evaluate quality of these estimates. A concrete case is illustrated, based on the Istat Survey on ICT usage and e-Commerce in Enterprises.
Theoretical insights into the adsorption behavior of CO molecules on the pure and Vn-doped BN nanotubes

Interaction of pure and Vn-doped (8, 0), (12, 0) and (16, 0) boron nitride nanotubes with CO molecules was studied using B3LYP/6-311++G(d) theoretical level. Substituting V instead of B atoms, increased the reactivity of nanotube. From the results, the complex stability depends on the direction and the number of the CO molecules interacted with the nanotube. In this work, the quantum molecular descriptors were used for the investigation of boron nitride nanotube reactivity to CO molecules both in the gas phase and in the solution. Also, the influence of the diameter of the nanotube on the electronic properties of the complexes was investigated. The charge transfer in complexes was calculated with NBO analysis. It is expected that Vn-doped nanotubes can be considered as a detector of CO gas molecules.
Structural Properties of Copper, Silver and Gold Nanorods under Strain: Molecular Dynamics Simulations

Structural properties of copper, silver and gold nanowires with three different widths generated from low-index surfaces (100), (110), (111) have been investigated under strain. Classical molecular dynamics simulations have been performed at 1 K and 300 K using an atomistic potential consisting of two body interactions among the atoms. Strain has been applied to the nanowires along the uniaxial wire direction. It has been found that uniaxial strain shows cross section geometry and temperature dependent characteristics. The nanowires generated from (100) and (110) surfaces are relatively stronger against uniaxial strain than the nanowires generated from (111) surface. Temperature has a positive effect to the ductility of the nanowires. The nanowires under strain, could not form 1-D structures without fragmentation.
Measurement of Neutron Capture Cross Sections of

The neutron capture cross sections of La, Sm and Ir at average energies of 55keV and 144keV have been measured relative to the standard capture cross sections of Au by means of the activation method. The neutron beams were derived by filtered techniques from the horizontal channel No.4 of the research reactor at the Dalat Nuclear Research Institute, Vietnam. A fast-digital gamma-ray spectroscopy in compacted with a 58% efficient HPGe detector has been used for measurements of gamma-ray spectra from the activated samples. The correction factors for multi-scattering, self-shielding and resonance capture effects of neutron in the irradiating samples were calculated by Monte-Carlo technique. The present results have been compared with the previous measurements, and the evaluated data from JENDL-3.3 and ENDF/B-VI.8 libraries.
The efficacy, side effects, and recovery characteristics of dexmedetomidine versus propofol when used for intraoperative sedation.

We evaluated the cardio-respiratory effects of equisedative doses of dexmedetomidine and propofol for intraoperative sedation. Secondary comparison end points were time to achieve and terminate sedation and postoperative analgesia and psychomotor performance. Forty patients scheduled for elective surgery provided informed consent and were randomized equally to receive either dexmedetomidine (1 g/kg initial loading dose for 10 min; maintenance, 0.4 – 0.7 g·k g 1 ·h 1 ) or propofol (75 g·k g 1 · min 1 10 min; maintenance, 12.5–75 g·k g 1 · min 1 ). Hemodynamic variables (heart rate and mean arterial blood pressure), sedation (visual analog scale and Observer Assessment of Alertness/Sedation), bispectral index score of sedation, ventilation (respiratory rate, O2 sat, and ETco2), psychomotor performance (digital symbol substitution test), and pain (visual analog scale) were determined during surgery and up to 95 min after surgery. Intraoperative sedation levels were targeted to achieve a bispectral index score of 70 – 80. Patient demographics, ASA class, surgical procedure, and baseline cardio-respiratory variables were similar between groups. Sedation was achieved more rapidly with propofol but was similar between groups 25 min after initiating infusions. The average infusion rate for dexmedetomidine was 0.7 g·k g 1 ·h 1 and 38 g·k g 1 · min 1 for propofol. There were no differences between groups in psychomotor performance and respiratory rate during recovery. The previous use of dexmedetomidine resulted in more sedation, lower blood pressure, and improved analgesia (less morphine use) in recovery.
Sub-montane habitat selection by a lowland pheasant.

The specifi c habitat and behavioral reasons for elevational range shifts in a variety of species have been poorly documented. Here we investigated the habitat use of a lowland species, Siamese Fireback (Lophura diardi), which has expanded its range into sub-montane habitat in Khao Yai National Park in northeastern Thailand where it had not been previously recorded. We found that this Siamese Fireback population tends to use topographically fl at areas similar to topography found in lower elevation habitats, with the exception of nest sites, which were placed on steeper slopes, presumably to facilitate predator detection and escape. As reported for other lowland populations, these birds also selected areas with greater under-story cover during the mating season and moved to areas with higher ground vegetation density while rearing young chicks. However, animals in our study area had larger home range sizes than reported for similar lowland Lophura species. This difference may be related to a reduced availability of lowland-like habitats in the newly occupied sub-montane areas.
Direct and indirect organogenesis in Coccinia indica

Regeneration of Coccinia has been achieved on MS medium supplemented with different cytokinins and auxins. Direct and indirect organogenesis from the leaf and nodal explants was observed on MS medium supplemented with 2.5 mg I“1 benzyl amino purine (BAP), 0.5 mg 1~\ 6-furfuryl aminopurine (kinetin, Kn) and 0.1 mg I'1 indole-3-butyric acid (IBA). Callus culture was obtained from leaf explants on MS medium supplemented with 1.5 mg I-1 BAP, 0.5 mg I'1 Kn and 0.5 mg l*1 naphthalene acetic acid (NAA), while 2 mg I“1 BAP, 0.5 mg I"1 Kn and 1 mg I'1 NAA was required to obtain maximal proliferation of callus when cultured on MS medium. Rapid regeneration through organogenesis from callus cultures was achieved on MS medium supplemented with 1.5 mg I“1 BAP, 0.5 mg l'1 Kn and 0.1 mg I"1 IBA. Roots were readily initiated on transfering to solid MS medium with 50% reduction of the MS salts. Our results suggest that callus induction and regeneration can be achieved rapidly in Coccinia either through callus or shoot mul.
Experimental Investigation of Bryophyte Interactions on a Dry Heathland

(1) The pleurocarpous mosses Pleurozium schreberi, Hylocomium splendens and Hypnumjutlandicum typically occur in gaps in degenerate Calluna vulgaris bushes in dry heathland. Interactions between these species were investigated using a replacement series experiment, under two light levels and two drainage conditions. (2) In monocultures, the three species behaved similarly, producing higher yields and displaying greater intraspecific inhibition (as a result of interactions between 'individuals' derived from different sown fragments) in the shade than in the light. Although yields were somewhat higher in dry than in wet conditions, inhibition was greater in the wet. H. jutlandicum showed the most intraspecific inhibition and P. schreberi the least. (3) Most pairs of species produced the highest yields and showed the greatest mutual inhibition in the shade and in dry conditions. Hypnum jutlandicum was the most successful species in mixtures. Its proportional yield was enhanced, while that of each of the other species (especially Pleurozium schreberi) was reduced. (4) The ecological differences between species are discussed in relation to their respective niches in a degenerating heathland ecosystem.
[Carriage of enterotoxigenic Staphylococcus aureus in food handlers].

BACKGROUND One of the most common pathogens causing alimentary toxi-infections is Staphylococcus aureus (S aureus). The presence of S aureus in food, indicates flaws during food manipulations. For this reason most sanitary norms require the detection of S aureus carriers. AIM To determine the carriage rate of enterotoxin producing S aureus strains in food handlers, and to evaluate the antibiotic susceptibility to six antimicrobial agents. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 102 food handlers from 19 restaurants in Santiago, were analyzed. Samples for microbiological analysis were obtained with a swab from the retropharynx. RESULTS S aureus grew in 35 out of the 102 samples obtained (34%). Further analysis revealed that 19/35 (54%) strains were able to produce enterotoxins. Therefore the corrected carriage rate was 19% (19/102). The most frequently detected enterotoxin was the type A (12/19). All S aureus isolates were resistant to penicillin and susceptible to oxacillin, clindamycin, kanamycin, vancomycin and linezolid. CONCLUSIONS The carriage rate of S aureus in food handlers in similar to the rate reported in the general population in our country. These results confirm the need for education and training programs in food safety, directed to food handlers.
The prediction of defibrillation outcome using a new combination of mean frequency and amplitude in porcine models of cardiac arrest.

UNLABELLED: We estimated the predictive power with respect to defibrillation outcome of ventricular fibrillation (VF) mean frequency (FREQ), mean peak-to-trough amplitude (AMPL), and their combination. We examined VF electrocardiogram signals of 64 pigs from 4 different cardiac arrest models with different durations of untreated VF, different durations of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and use of different drugs (epinephrine, vasopressin, N-nitro-L-arginine methyl ester, or saline placebo). The frequency domain was restricted to the range from 4.33 to 30 Hz. In the 10-s epoch between 20 and 10 s before the first defibrillation shock, FREQ and AMPL were estimated. We introduced the survival index (SI; 0.68 Hz(-1). FREQ + 12.69 mV(-1). AMPL) by use of multiple logistic regression. Kruskal-Wallis nonparametric one-way analysis was used to analyze the different porcine models for significant difference. The variables FREQ, AMPL, and SI were compared with defibrillation outcome by means of univariate logistic regression and receiver operating characteristic curves. SI increased predictive power compared with AMPL or FREQ alone, resulting in 89% sensitivity and 86% specificity. The probabilities of predicting defibrillation outcome for FREQ, AMPL, and SI were 0.85, 0.89 and 0.90, respectively. FREQ, AMPL, and SI values were not sensitive in regard to the four different cardiac arrest models but were significantly different for vasopressin and epinephrine animals. IMPLICATIONS: We present a retrospective data analysis to evaluate the predictive power of different ventricular fibrillation electrocardiogram variables in pigs with respect to defibrillation outcome. We showed that our combination of variables leads to an improved forecast, which may help to reduce harmful unsuccessful defibrillation attempts.
Accuracy of self-assessment and task performance: Does it pay to know the truth?

An integration of conceptions about attributional antecedents with those of attributional consequences is applied to achievement behavior. The model assumes realistic attributions to be functional. It was tested with a paradigm in which task performance is conceptualized as the sum of the performances on various subtasks requiring different abilities. In Study 1, participants who were induced to make realistic attributions spent more time on tasks for which they had demonstrated high ability than on tasks for which they had demonstrated low ability. This preference for tasks out of areas for which one possesses high ability was correlated with overall performance. Study 2 replicated these results and revealed better posttest performance for individuals with realistic feedback than for individuals with unrealistic feedback.