Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Risk factors for early postoperative cognitive dysfunction in elderly patients undergoing spinal surgery

Objective To identify the risk factors for early postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) in the elderly patients undergoing spinal surgery.Methods One hundred and fifty ASA Ⅱ or Ⅲ patients,aged ≥65 yr,undergoing elective spinal surgery under general anesthesia,were studied.Venous blood samples were taken at 1 day before operation and 7 days after operation to determine the concentration of serum S-100B protein.Cognitive function was assessed by Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) at 1 day before operation and 7 days after operation.The patients were diagnosed as having POCD if MMSEpre-MMSEpost ≥ 3.The patients were divided into POCD group and non-POCD group.Age,body weight,sex,education,type of operations,complications,preoperative TCM syndrome type,MMSE score at 1 day before operation and 7 days after operation,duration of operation,emergence time,and intraoperative blood loss,cardiovascular events,and amount of fluid infused per hour were recorded.The risk factors for POCD were analyzed using multivariate logistic regression analysis.Results Thirty-eight patients developed early POCD (25.3％). The resuhs of logistic regression analysis showed that age ≥ 70 yr,elementary education or below,duration of operation ≥5 b,and the number of hypotension occurred during operation≥3 were the risk factors for early POCD.Conclusion Age≥70 yr,elementary education or below,duration of operation ≥ 5 h,and the number of hypotension occurred during operation ≥ 3 are the risk factors for early POCD in the elderly patients undergoing spinal surgery. Key words: Aged; Surgical procedures, operative; Cognition; Spine; Risk factors
Predictors of depression among people living with HIV/AIDS on antiretroviral therapy attending tertiary care hospitals in the Capital of Uttar Pradesh: A cross-sectional study

Introduction: HIV/AIDS is one of the most devastating illnesses that humanity has ever faced. Depression in HIV/AIDS patients is very common but the factors affecting it are not well studied. Therefore, the present study aims to assess the prevalence and the predictors of depression among people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA). Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from November 2013 to March 2014 at antiretroviral therapy centers of two tertiary care hospitals in Lucknow and a total of 322 adult HIV patients on antiretroviral treatment for at least 6 months were interviewed with the help of a predesigned and pretested schedule. Systematic random sampling was used to recruit the patients. Becks depression inventory was used to measure depression. Results: About one-fifth (18.6%) of the patients were having depressive symptoms. Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that depression was significantly associated with female gender (odds ratio [OR]: 3.45; 95% confidence interval [95% CI]: 1.50–7.90; P = 0.00), counseling gap more than 3 months (OR: 2.06; 95% CI: 1.14–4.21; P = 0.04), nonadherence to treatment (OR: 2.66; 95% CI: 1.47–6.19; P = 0.02), and socioeconomic status upper lower and below (OR: 2.08; 95% CI: 1.12–4.21; P = 0.04). Conclusions: Low socioeconomic status, female gender, long counseling gaps more than 3 months, and nonadherence to treatment were found to be important predictors of depression. Therefore, there is a need of timely assessment of the PLHA for depression to ensure early detection and management to maintain optimal adherence to the treatment.
Analysis of Prescribing Patterns in Paediatric Respiratory Tract Infections with the Focus on Antimicrobial Use, Adverse Effects and Cost Of Drug Therapy

Aim: To analyze the pharmacological management of respiratory tract infections (RTIs) in paediatric patients. Methodology: A cross-sectional observational study involving 74 patients of paediatric RTI was carried out in a tertiary care teaching hospital. Patients’ demographic and disease related details, drug history, adverse drug reactions, cost of therapy were noted in structured case record form and analysed. Appropriateness of treatment was analysed by comparing with the guidelines set by the WHO and the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP). Results: Out of total 74 patients, 54.05% were in the age group of <1 year and 67.57% were male. The most common diagnosis was pneumonia (48.65%). Average number of drug per patient was 7.25±1.57 (range 3 to 16). Most common drug groups prescribed were antibacterials(100%), analgesic/antipyretics(95.94%) and respiratory drugs(86.49%). Among the antibacterials, amoxicillin+clavulanic acid(90.54%) and ceftriaxone(77.77%) were frequently prescribed. Among respiratory medicines, antihistamines and salbutamol were prescribed to 85.13% and 55.40% of patients respectively. 56.81% drugs prescribed by their generic name and 75% of drugs were prescribed from WHO-EML. Appropriate/rational drug therapy was given to only 13.51% of the patients while drug therapy of rest 35.14% and 51.35% patients was found to be semi-rational and irrational respectively as per the WHO and IAP guidelines. 16.22% patients developed an ADR which was due to antimicrobial or analgesic/antipyretics. Average total drug cost per indoor patient was 314.69 Rs and total antimicrobial cost was calculated as Rs. 286.17. Conclusion: An overuse of antibacterials and respiratory medicines was seen in the study. Emphasis on proper diagnosis and treatment, education and availability of locally effective guidelines may help in a better and judicious use of drugs in paediatric patients.
Does sensory integration affect the clinical picture of autism spectrum disorder?

Objective. The latest classification system of American Psychiatric Association (APA) DSM-5 includes sensory problems as one of the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between the severity degree of autism spectrum disorder and sensory integration by sensory domains. Methods. The sample involved 40 participants with ASD, both sexes, aged 15-35. The study examined the relationship of ASD severity degree and sensory integration based on estimation of seven sensory modalities. Measures: The scale determining the degree of autistic disorder (Childhood Autism Raising Scale – CARS) completed by the therapists/special educators. The scale estimating sensory integration dysfunction (The Scale Estimating Sensory Integration Dysfunction in order to determine hyper – or hyposensitivity) completed by the parents and therapists/special educators. Results. Except for the oral-gustatory sense, no correlation was found in this research between the severity degree of symptoms of ASD and sensory integration by sensory domains, according to the therapists’ estimations. The absence of the correlation of sensory modalities and disorder severity were confirmed in other studies. The relationship across the sensory domains was found. Conclusion. Sensory integration disorder is a general issue and is present in ASD population in all categories of disorder severity. It is important, as ASD population is heterogenous, to observe sensory domains separately in order to determine individual specificities in ASD population, and to administer all assessment categories in each sensory domain.
The playing experiences of esport participants: An analysis of treatment discrimination and hostility in esport environments

The eSport industry has seen rapid growth over the previous decade with additional opportunities for participants to compete in competitive and casual environments. As such, the sport industry has taken notice of this increase in popularity and exposure for eSport. A recent call to arms by sport management scholars suggests that the field of sport management needs to broaden research endeavors to include analyses of eSport and eSport spaces. To that end, this investigation serves as one of the first that investigates the playing experiences of eSport participants with a particular focus on the presence of discrimination and hostility in playing environments for men and women competitors. Previous events within the eSport industry, such as the now infamous harassment of female gamers known as Gamergate, suggests that female eSport players may experience discrimination and hostility at higher rates than their male counterparts. Guided by the frameworks of hegemonic masculinity and treatment discrimination, this investigation gauged the experiences of men and women eSport participants with discrimination and hostility in eSport playing environments. Results indicated that female eSport participants reported experiencing instances of treatment discrimination more frequently than their male counterparts, while male participants reported experiencing hostility more frequently. Results aim to assist the eSport industry as well as sport management scholars in guiding new policy to create inclusive spaces for eSport enthusiasts and career hopefuls.
Existence and uniqueness of solutions for two- dimensional fractional non- colliding particle systems

Abstract. In this paper, we consider the stochastic evolution of two particles with electrostatic repulsion and restoring force which is modeled by a system of stochastic differential equations driven by fractional Brownian motion where the diffusion coefficients are constant. This is the simplest case for some classes of noncolliding particle systems such as Dyson Brownian motions, Brownian particles systems with nearest neighbour repulsion. We will prove that the equation has a unique noncolliding solution in pathwise sense.
Natural antimicrobial agents of cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum L. and C. cassia) and vanilla (Vanilla planifola, V. pompona, and V. tahitensis) for extending the shelf-life of fresh-cut fruits

Currently there is an increasing demand for fresh-cut fruits due to their convenience andhealth benefits. However, the different food borne disease outbreaks associated with freshproduce has challenged the fresh-cut fruit industry. Owing to the increasing consumers’concern about chemical preservatives and the stringent legislation on some of the existingpreservatives, the need of substituting chemical preservatives with more consumer friendlyand safe natural products is getting a growing demand. Many researchers have investigatedthe antimicrobial effects of spices and herbs such as cinnamon and vanilla, which haveacceptable aroma and flavour for consumers in the North America. This review articledescribes the application of natural plant-derived antimicrobial agents in controllingpathogenic and spoilage microorganisms associated with fresh-cut fruits with specialemphasis on the use of vanilla and cinnamon.
Host specificity and phytochemical constituents of mistletoe and twigs of parasitized plants: Implications for blanket application of mistletoe as cure-all medicine

A study on host specificity and phytochemical constituents of leaves of mistletoe and parasitized twigs of seven host trees/shrubs was conducted in University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria. Plant height and location were measured with Nikon Laser Rangefinder (Forestry 550) and GPS respectively while occurrence and count of mistletoe on host plants was largely anecdotal/visual. Phytochemical analyses were conducted at Faculty of Agriculture Science/Soil Laboratory, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria while data were subjected to One-way Analysis of Variance and means separated using Duncan Multiple Range Test (p=0.05). Results revealed mistletoe were largely generalists, and contained more phytochemicals than host plants. Tapinanthus ogowensis from Moringa oleifera was richest in alkaloid; Phragmanthera nigritana on Citrus sinensis, Tapinanthus ogowensis on Moringa oleifera and Phragmanthera capitata on Calliandra portoricensis recorded highest phenol content and differences among them were not significant (p<0.05). Phragmanthera capitata on Spondias mombin had significantly higher tannins than other mistletoe and host plants (p<0.05). P. capitata on S. mombin recorded best for saponin and flavonoid while P. capitata on Psidium guajava, Loranthus micranthus on Persia americana and P. capitata on C. portoricensis recorded more anthraquinone and were not significantly different from each other p<0.05. While the marked variation in phytochemicals in leaves of mistletoe and twigs of host plants is noteworthy; the study has sufficiently established that ecological idiosyncrasies, time/season and varied environmental phenomena strongly influence incidence and/or buildup of secondary metabolites. The foregoing should serve as benchmark in selection and/or use of mistletoe for resolving infirmities.
University of Southern Denmark Cultural intelligence, global mindset, and cross-cultural competencies: A systematic review using bibliometric methods Yari,

We conducted a systematic review of 158 publications on Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and related concepts, Global Mindset (GM), and Crosscultural Competence (CC) using bibliometric methods. We apply citation analysis to highlight the most influential (in terms of citations) journals, publications, and specific researchers in the field. We apply factor and cluster analyses to analyse co-citations to identify the current knowledge structure in the research field. With content coding on the resulting groups of co-citations, we identify five research streams showing the overlap between the CQ, GM, and CC constructs, and also revealing the separations in the research on the constructs. We perform burst analyses to identify trends and emerging topics or streams. Building on this, we outline future research opportunities. Cultural intelligence, global mindset, and cross-cultural competencies 211
EFFECT OF DIETARY PROTEIN LEVELS AND SEX ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE, FEED UTILIZATION AND BODY COMPOSITION OF NILE TILAPIA (OREOCHROMIS NILOTICUS) FRY CULTURED IN HAPS.

The effect of dietary protein levels (35%, 40% and 45%) on growth, survival, feed utilization and body composition of mono sex and mixed sex of Nile tilapia; Oreochromis niloticus L. fry was investigated. Fish were fed frequently to satiation for 7 days a week for 56 days. Results showed that fish growth was significantly affected by protein level. The highest growth performance of fry were obtained with 45% protein diet and the poorest one was obtained with 35% protein diet in both mono and mixed sex Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus fry. Mono sex tilapia were reared in hap in earthen pond showed the highest weight gain, specific growth rate, feed conversion ratio, feed efficiency and protein efficiency ratio, while mixed-sex tilapia showed the lowest weight gain, specific growth rate, feed conversion ratio, feed efficiency and protein efficiency ratio. In conclusion, it was found that 45% crude protein had the highest growth performance parameters, feed utilization and economical evaluation for mono sex Nile tilapia (O. niloticus) fry under this experimental condition.
Master degree in Economics and Finance “On the evolution of altruistic and cooperative behaviour due to schooling system in Spain” Authors:

IN ENGLISH: This paper aims to find a pattern in the evolution of altruistic and cooperative behaviour whilst distinguishing across different types of schools in Spain. In specific, we design a controlled laboratory experiment by running the standard dictator game and a public goods game in a public and private ("concertada") high school. Using a sample of 180 students, we compare 12 and 16 year old children to distinguish the evolutionary pattern and test if there is a significant change by the type of schooling system. Interestingly, evidence from our data highlights that altruism levels rise throughout public high-school education whilst it falls in private high-schools. On the contrary, cooperation levels are relatively stable in public high-schools but rise in private high-schools. ABSTRACT IN SPANISH: Este trabajo trata de encontrar un patrón en la evolución del comportamiento altruista y cooperativo distinguiendo entre diferentes sistemas educativos en España. En concreto, diseñamos un experimento controlado mediante un juego del dictador y un juego de bienes públicos en un instituto público y en uno privado (“concertado”). Usando una muestra de 180 estudiantes, comparamos adolescentes de 12 y 16 años para distinguir la evolución y testar si hay algún cambio significativo debido al tipo de educación. Nuestros datos evidencian que los niveles de altruismo suben durante el proceso de educación en un instituto público, mientras que bajan en el privado. Por el contrario, los niveles de cooperación son relativamente estables en institutos públicos, mientras suben en los institutos privados.IN SPANISH: Este trabajo trata de encontrar un patrón en la evolución del comportamiento altruista y cooperativo distinguiendo entre diferentes sistemas educativos en España. En concreto, diseñamos un experimento controlado mediante un juego del dictador y un juego de bienes públicos en un instituto público y en uno privado (“concertado”). Usando una muestra de 180 estudiantes, comparamos adolescentes de 12 y 16 años para distinguir la evolución y testar si hay algún cambio significativo debido al tipo de educación. Nuestros datos evidencian que los niveles de altruismo suben durante el proceso de educación en un instituto público, mientras que bajan en el privado. Por el contrario, los niveles de cooperación son relativamente estables en institutos públicos, mientras suben en los institutos privados.
STUDY ON 17-4 PH STAINLESS STEEL PRODUCED BY SELECTIVE LASER MELTING

Specimens of 17-4 PH were manufactured by selective laser melting from two different powders. Depending on the powder used, the specimens’ mechanical properties varied, and the microstructures obtained both differed from one another. Observations from electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) show that, in one case the specimens are mostly ferritic and mostly martensitic in the other. The mechanical properties and microstructures of these materials following various heat treatments are presented here. In particular, the precipitation caused by ageing treatment of 1 hour – 480°C (H900) hardens both materials, but seems to weaken the material with a ferritic structure. The ferritic specimens that undergo solution heat treatment (1.5 hours – 1040°C) and quenching do not present the mostly martensitic structure expected. To do so, a prior homogenisation treatment is necessary. Finally, a hypothesis is proposed with regards to obtaining the two different structures following an identical manufacturing process.
Financial Ratios and Probability of Default by Using the KMV-Merton Method in the Non-Financial Sector listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange

This study aims to analyze the predictions of the default probability in the non-financial sector of the Indonesia Stock Exchange and the mutual influence between financial ratios. The KMV–Merton method was used for the calculations. The study was conducted on the example of data from 18 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The scientific materials and documentation were analyzed with the help of the EViews. The authors made the following conclusions: Return on Equity (ROE) has no effect on the probability of default; Current Ratio (CR) has no effect on the probability of default; Debt to Equity Ratio (DER) has a positive effect on the probability of default; Total Assets Turnover (TAT) has a negative effect on the probability of default.
Innovative Hybrid Materials with Improved Tensile Strength Obtained by 3D Printing

Barium titanate (BT) and barium strontium titanate (BST) are one of the most studied ferroelectric materials with excellent piezoelectric properties, which can be used to stimulate bone formation by applying an electrical field. It is known that this ceramic is biocompatible and can be used for medical applications. New hybrid materials based on BT and collagen and BST and collagen, with potential applications in bone reconstruction, are presented, emphasizing the potential of fabricating 3D structures by integrating hydrothermal synthesis with additive manufacturing. Designing such structures may take advantage of rheological characterization at single-molecule level for some elastic biopolymers like titin and collagen and their molecular dissection into structural motifs that independently contribute to the protein viscoelasticity. Atomic force spectroscopy measurements on synthetic polypeptides showed that a polypeptide chain containing Ig domain modules is protected against rupture at high stretch by Ig domain unfolding, an important mechanism for stress relaxation in titin molecules. This property may be exploited to enhance the tensile strength of a 3D structure by adding specific synthetic polypeptides to the composition of the printing paste.
Automated Active Learning with a Robot

In the field of automated processes in industry, a major goal is for robots to solve new tasks without costly adaptions. Therefore, it is of advantage if the robot can perform new tasks independently while the learning process is intuitively understandable for humans. In this article, we present a highly automated and intuitive active learning algorithm for robots. It learns new classification tasks by asking questions to a human teacher and automatically decides when to stop the learning process by self-assessing its confidence. This so-called stopping criterion is required to guarantee a fully automated procedure. Our approach is highly interactive as we use speech for communication and a graphical visualization tool. The latter provides information about the learning progress and the stopping criterion, which helps the human teacher in understanding the training process better. The applicability of our approach is shown and evaluated on a real Baxter robot.
Interplanetary Magnetic Field (IMF) control over the global structures of laboratory magnetosphere

Both east-west and north-south view images of magnetosphere for various interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) parameter have been investigated simultaneously in a laboratory experiment of the solar wind-magnetosphere coupling. An aurora is observed for both case of southward and northward IMF but the luminosity becomes stronger for southward IMF. The X type reconnections in the front and tail areas for southward IMF clearly shown in the magnetosphere images for higher IMF magnitude. The distances between the terrella and the front side and tail reconnection for southward IMF are increased as the magnitude of IMF decreases. A sector of discontinuity boundary which corresponds to the reconnection area is observed on the tail region of the north-south view magnetosphere when the IMF is southward. With northward IMF applied, a long narrow plasma beam jet in the magnetotail has been observed for the east-west view while a water drop shape of magnetotail is shown in the north-south view. Inserting the 20 degree terrella tilt, the study of modeling analysis is also processed for comparison with photograph of the experimental results in the laboratory simulation. The OpenGGCM model on CCMC overview of the global structure, the comparisons show that the model presented lower temperature in the magnetotail for the northward IMF. This corresponds to the weak and diffused tail in the laboratory simulation. For the southward IMF, the model presented higher temperature in the magnetotail, which corresponds to the more luminous tail region in the laboratory simulation. And the curvature of the magnetic lines due to the dipole tilt is qualitatively matched. Article history: Received 10 January 2019