Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
298 K rate coefficients for the reaction of OH with i-C3H7I, n-C3H7I and C3H8

The kinetics of the title reactions were investigated using the laser photolysis - resonance ﬂuorescence method, employing the sequential two-photon dissociation of NO 2 in the presence of H 2 as the OH source. The 298 K rate constant for OH + C 3 H 8 was found to be (1.15 ± 0.1) × 10 − 12 cm 3 s − 1 , in excellent agreement with the literature recommendation, and with a separate determination using HNO 3 photolysis at 248 nm as the OH source. The 298 K rate constants for OH + n − C 3 H 7 I and i − C 3 H 7 I were measured for the ﬁrst time and found to be (1.47 ± 0.08) and (1.22 ± 0.06) × 10 − 12 cm 3 s − 1 , respectively. The errors in-clude an assessment of systematic error due to concentration measurement, which, for the propyl-iodides was minimised by on-line UV-absorption spectroscopy. These results show that reaction with OH is an important sink for n − C 3 H 7 I and i − C 3 H 7 I, which has implications for the reactive iodine bud-get of the marine boundary layer.
The Value of the Bispectral Index as an Early Sign of Perioperative Stroke

The use of the Bispectral Index (BIS; Aspect Medical Systems, Natick, MA) was originally developed to permit anesthesiologists to titrate the hypnotic agents used [1]. However, recent case reports and studies [2-7] have demonstrated the possibility that this device may help to provide an earlier indication of unfavorable neurological outcomes, when otherwise unexplained low BISTM values and high Suppression Ratio (SR) values occur.
What controls the formation of nocturnal low-level stratus clouds over southern West Africa during the monsoon season?

Abstract. Nocturnal low-level stratus clouds (LLCs) are frequently observed in the atmospheric boundary layer (ABL) over southern West Africa (SWA) during the summer monsoon season. Considering the effect these clouds have on the surface energy and radiation budgets as well as on the diurnal cycle of the ABL, they are undoubtedly important for the regional climate. However, an adequate representation of LLCs in the state-of-the-art weather and climate models is still a challenge, which is largely due to the lack of high-quality observations in this region and gaps in understanding of underlying processes. In several recent studies, a unique and comprehensive data set collected in summer 2016 during the DACCIWA (Dynamics-aerosol-chemistry-cloud interactions in West Africa) ground-based field campaign was used for the first observational analyses of the parameters and physical processes relevant for the LLC formation over SWA. However, occasionally stratus-free nights occur during the monsoon season as well. Using observations and ERA5 reanalysis, we investigate differences in the boundary-layer conditions during 6 stratus-free and 20 stratus nights observed during the DACCIWA campaign. Our results suggest that the interplay between three major mechanisms is crucial for the formation of LLCs during the monsoon season: (i) the onset time and strength of the nocturnal low-level jet (NLLJ), (ii) horizontal cold-air advection, and (iii) background moisture level. Namely, weaker or later onset of NLLJ leads to a reduced contribution from horizontal cold-air advection. This in turn results in weaker cooling, and thus saturation is not reached. Such deviation in the dynamics of the NLLJ is related to the arrival of a cold air mass propagating northwards from the coast, called Gulf of Guinea maritime inflow. Additionally, stratus-free nights occur when the intrusions of dry air masses, originating from, for example, central or south Africa, reduce the background moisture over large parts of SWA. Backward-trajectory analysis suggests that another possible reason for clear nights is descending air, which originated from drier levels above the marine boundary layer.
Changes by Herbs on Oxidative Stress

: The treatment with Eugenia jambolana aqueous seeds extract caused significantly lower level of Lipid Peroxidation (LPO) and higher level of Superoxide dismutase (SOD) at all the stages in comparison to diabetic control group which indicated amelioration of diabetes (STZ induced ) induced oxidative stress. The value of LPO were found to be significantly lower whereas the value of SOD found to be significantly higher in comparison to Glimepiride on all the stages . These observations could suggest higher efficiency of Eugenia jambolana aqueous seeds extract in ameliorating diabetes induced oxidative stress as compared to glimepiride .
ASSESSMENT OF FATTY ACIDS COMPOSITION IN COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE AND WIDELY CONSUMED EDIBLE OILS IN ETHIOPIA: THEIR RELEVANCE AND HEALTH IMPLICATIONS

The research was designed to study the identities and concentrations of fatty acids in edible oils that are mainly consumed in Ethiopia. A total of twenty three (23) different commercially available edible oils were analyzed using gas chromatography mass spectrometry (GCMS). Codes for the oils’ brands were used instead of names in order to avoid conflict of interest. The analysis results showed variation in identities and concentrations of fatty acids in the analyzed oil samples. Depending on the type and brand of the oils, different concentrations of saturated fatty acids (SFA) (9.92 ± 0.07 - 47.27 ± 0.54), mono unsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) (24.54 ± 0.46 - 66.84 ± 0.54) and poly unsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) (7.23 ± 0.08 - 59.11 ± 0.61) were obtained. In addition to the fatty acids, additives and impurities (contaminants) were also detected. The ratio of unsaturated to saturated fatty acids (P/S index) in all edible oils was calculated.
The effect of chronic cigarette smoking on microvascular function, insulin resistance and inflammatory state

Cigarette smoking, a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, can induce proinflammatory state and endothelial injury - the earliest manifestations of atherosclerotic changes. The aim of the study was to assess cutaneous vascular reactivity, insulin resistance and circulating levels of infl ammatory cytokines in 20 healthy habitual smokers and 24 healthy non-smokers. The groups were matched for age. We used laser Doppler imaging with iontophoretic application of 1% acethylcholine solution and local heating 44 °C on the dorsum of the palm. Serum monocyte chemotactic protein-1, tumour necrosis factor-alpha and interleukin-6 were measured by xMAP technology. Insulin resdistance was assessed by HOMA-IR method. Local heating-induced neurally-mediated and endotheliumdependent vasodilatation was significantly decreased in elderly smokers vs. elderly non-smokers (p < 0.05). Young smokers showed significantly reduced endothelium-dependent vasodilatation vs. young non-smokers (p < 0.05). Ach-induced vasodilatation was significantly decreased in the elderly smokers and elderly non-smokers groups vs. young smokers and young non-smokers groups (p < 0.05). The level of tumour necrosis factor-alpha was significantly higher in both groups of smokers vs. non-smokers (p < 0.05). The level of monocyte chemotactic protein-1 was slightly higher in smokers. Only the elderly smokers group exhibited a tendency to higher values of HOMA-IR. Data showed that long-lasting cigarette smoking significantly impairs peripheral microvascular function due to increased infl ammatory response.
The alleviation of salinity-induced stress by using boron in soilless grown rose

Abstract Cultivation systems used for rose production often impose salt stress in arid and semiarid regions of the world. While boron (B) has been widely reported as a nutrient that can alleviate the adverse effects of salt stress on crop growth and yield, inadequate information is available regarding the emerging pattern of rose plant responses to an appropriate concentration of boron under salinity condition is available. To address this issue, an experiment was conducted to evaluate the effects of different levels of B application (24, 34, 44, and 54 μM) on Rosa plants under two levels of salt stress (1.8 and 2.9 dS m−1). Cut rose (Rosa hybrida L.) “Dolce Vita” was grown hydroponically in containers with a mixture of cocopeat and perlite and nitrified by an automated drip-irrigation system. All levels of B application alleviated the salt stress-induced adverse effects on rose plants by improving leaf area, relative water, and soluble carbohydrate contents in leaves and maintained the osmotic potential which is essential for plant performance under salt stress. Boron also increased membrane permeability by decreasing the electrolyte leakage. Maximum salt resistance was obtained at about ≈40–60 µM boron concentration in the nutrient solution. These findings suggest that proper management of ions concentration in the nutrient solution including an appropriate concentration of boron application would help rose plants to cope with the challenge of salt stress.
The Forgotten Mourners: Addressing Health Care Provider Grief—A Systematic Review

Health care providers often experience the death of patients in their care, which can lead to grief reactions. If not adequately addressed, grief can lead to burnout, compassion fatigue, and psychological distress. A systematic review of the literature was undertaken using PubMed, PsycInfo, and CINAHL databases for English-language articles focusing on services available to address health care provider grief. Twelve articles were identified for review, 9 of which focused on pediatric health care providers. Interventions and measurement tools varied considerably between studies. Outcomes were variable and inconclusive. Health care provider grief can have serious implications for individual care providers as well as the health care system. Controlled experimental research is needed to determine how to effectively address this grief across a wide variety of specialties. A grief measurement tool targeted at health care providers as well as an accurate indication of the prevalence of health care provider grief would further the science in this area.
The Effect of Lactobacillus salivarius I-11 on Microbial Populations of Pellet Duck Feed

An in vitro study was performed with the aim to evaluate addition Lactobacillus salivarius I-11 on population bacteria of pellet duck feed. The completely randomized design was been used on this research with 3 treaments and 3 replications with 5 experimental units. The treatments were P0 (Pellet feed duckwithout addition), P1 (Pellet feed duck with 2% addition Lactobacillus salivarius I-11) and P2 (Pellet feed duck with 4% addition Lactobacillus salivarius I-11). The parameters were total lactic acid bacteria, total bacteria, total fungi, and Coliform bacteria. The data obtained were analyzed variance (ANOVA) and further tests performed Duncan's Multiple Areas. The population of lactic acid bacteria was higher (P<0.05) and the total bacteria, fungi and Coliform were lower (P<0.05) with addition Lactobacillus salivarius I-11. The conclusion was addition of Lactobacillus salivarius I-11 as probiotics affects the lactic acid bacteria in pellet duck feed significantly (p<0.05) increased but decreased the counts of total bacteria, total fungi and Coliform.
Randomized Controlled Trial on the Use of Intravenous Immune Globulin in Acute Pediatric Myocarditis

Background: Myocardial damage in myocarditis is mediated, in part, by immunological mechanisms. This prospective placebo controlled trial was designed to determine whether Intravenous Immune Globulin (IVIG) improves Left Ventricular Fractional Shortening (LVFS) and decrease left ventricular end diastolic volume (LVED) in children with acute onset dilated cardiomyopathy or myocarditis. Methods: 86 patients were enrolled in the study all presenting with recent onset dilated cardiomyopathy duration less than 6 months. They were randomized to 2 g/kg IVIG over two consecutive days or placebo. All underwent echocardiographic examination before admission then one month and six months after randomization. Each time the left ventricular end diastolic dimension (LVEDD) and fractional shortening (FS) were recorded. Results: At baseline the LVEDD and FS did not differ significantly between those treated with IVIG and those treated with Placebo. Over the period of six months follow-up the patients in both groups became better. Patients treated with conventional therapy continued to have a mean end diastolic dimensions significantly larger than treated children, with no evidence of regression. Conclusion: The results suggest that for young patients with recent onset dilated cardiomyopathy, IVIG does not augment the improvement in left ventricular FS. However, in this overall cohort, left ventricular FS improved significantly with time during follow up.
Acromion types and subacromial distances in symptomatic patients; MRI findings

Mahmut Duymuș1, Neșe Asal2, Alper Bozkurt3, Guneș Orman1, Yakup Yeșilkaya4, Omer Yilmaz5 1Kafkas Universitesi Tip Fakultesi, Radyoloji Anabilim Dali, Kars, Turkiye, 2Kayseri Egitim ve Arastirma Hastanesi, Radyoloji Bolumu, Kayseri, Turkiye, 3Fatih Universitesi Tip Fakultesi, Radyoloji Anabilim Dali, Ankara, Turkiye, 4Ahi Evran Universitesi Hastanesi, Radyoloji Bolumu, Kirsehir, Turkiye, 5Suleyman Demirel Universitesi Tip Fakultesi, Radyoloji Anabilim Dali, Isparta, Turkiye
Magnetic properties of bismuth substituted yttrium iron garnet film with perpendicular magnetic anisotropy

In this paper, the Y2Bi1Fe5O12 films were grown on substituted gadolinium gallium garnet substrate by radio frequency magnetron sputtering and their magnetic properties were investigated. We found that the 20 nm-thick film had the best perpendicular magnetic anisotropy (PMA) under the combined effect of stress-induced anisotropy and surface roughness of the film; the applied magnetic field required for its out-of-plane magnetization saturation was 90 Oe, the remanence ratio was 0.8, the coercive force was 30 Oe, and the damping constant was 3.37 × 10−3. The PMA of the films was reduced due to the relaxation of the stress as the thickness of the film increased, and the easy magnetization axis became in-plane as the thickness reached 40 nm.In this paper, the Y2Bi1Fe5O12 films were grown on substituted gadolinium gallium garnet substrate by radio frequency magnetron sputtering and their magnetic properties were investigated. We found that the 20 nm-thick film had the best perpendicular magnetic anisotropy (PMA) under the combined effect of stress-induced anisotropy and surface roughness of the film; the applied magnetic field required for its out-of-plane magnetization saturation was 90 Oe, the remanence ratio was 0.8, the coercive force was 30 Oe, and the damping constant was 3.37 × 10−3. The PMA of the films was reduced due to the relaxation of the stress as the thickness of the film increased, and the easy magnetization axis became in-plane as the thickness reached 40 nm.
Presynaptic structure-function relationships at the vertebrate neuromuscular junction

The impact of presynaptic transmitter release site organization on synaptic function has been a vibrant area of research for synaptic physiologists. Because there is a highly nonlinear relationship between presynaptic calcium influx and subsequent neurotransmitter release at synapses, the organization and density of calcium sources (voltage-gated calcium channels [VGCCs]) relative to calcium sensors located on synaptic vesicles is predicted to play a major role in shaping the dynamics of neurotransmitter release at a synapse. Here we investigate neurotransmitter release at the neuromuscular junction across model preparations in an effort to discern the relationship between VGCC organization and synaptic function. We demonstrate that neurotransmitter release varies considerably across, but not within, individual synapses at the frog and mouse neuromuscular junction (NMJ). Further, we use a computational modeling approach to provide evidence that alterations in the spatiotemporal calcium dynamics within an AZ at the time of release, caused by manipulations in the density and organization of VGCCs, can explain variability in release. In addition, we use our model to demonstrate that VGCC organization is an important determinant of short-term plasticity, and that the differences in AZ arrangement between species can recapitulate the physiological differences between them. We use these studies to provide support for the notion that structure imparts function and argue that a fuller understanding of neurotransmitter release and plasticity must rely on an understanding of the spatio-temporal calcium dynamics at the time of vesicle release.
Disseminated Histoplasmosis in Patients Receiving Tumor Necrosis Factor-&agr; Inhibitors: A Case Series and Review

AbstractSince their introduction in the late 1990s, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-&agr; inhibitors have proven effective in the treatment of several inflammatory disorders, and their use has become increasingly common. Tumor necrosis factor-&agr; blockade is nonetheless associated with an increase in the risk of infection by intracellular, granuloma-forming pathogens, such as Histoplasma capsulatum. We performed a query of our medical records for all cases of disseminated histoplasmosis in patients receiving TNF-&agr; inhibitors between the years 1999 and 2014 at University Hospitals Case Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio, an area of moderate histoplasmosis endemicity. A total of 357 cases of disseminated histoplasmosis were identified, 8 (2.2%) of whom were receiving TNF-&agr; inhibitor therapy at the time of diagnosis. Five patients were receiving infliximab, and 3 were receiving adalimumab. All patients had generalized, nonspecific presenting symptoms, and all but one had a complete response to antifungal treatment and the cessation of the inciting TNF-&agr; inhibitor. Five of the patients eventually resumed TNF-&agr; inhibitor therapy a year after their initial diagnosis with disseminated histoplasmosis. The only patient who succumbed to the infection had a delayed diagnosis. The increasing use of TNF-&agr; inhibitors should come with an increased awareness of its association with opportunistic infections including disseminated histoplasmosis and by other endemic fungi. This case series highlights the importance of early diagnosis of such infections to achieve a favorable outcome. Further research will need to focus on determining the best long-term treatment strategies in managing these patients after the resolution of the acute infection.
Utilização de plasma rico em plaquetas para estimulação da angiogênese em flape de padrão axial toracodorsal em coelhos (Oryctolagus cuniculus)

Wounds of large tracts with loss of tissue viability and delayed healing by secondary intention are cases where it is necessary the use of reconstructive surgical techniques. The platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a product with a higher platelet concentration, adjuvant in the healing process of reconstructive surgeries, assisting in the processes of hemostasis and stimulation of angiogenesis. Thus, a study was devised to assess the efficacy of the gel produced from the platelet rich plasma (PRP) in the forward axial flaps thoracodorsal pattern in rabbits to evaluate the ability to promote the integration of the flap the recipient bed. We used 30 white rabbits New Zealand, separated into two groups of 15 animals, comprising the platelet rich plasma groups (GPRP), in which we used the gel before the synthesis of the surgical wound , and control (CG), in which only saline was used. To obtain the PRP, the blood was collected from the animals, was determined and the platelet count before preparation of the gel. At the beginning and end of the experiment the animals were weighed for analysis of average weight gain. After surgery began macroscopic in the 3rd, 7th and 14th day reviews, and we assessed the presence or absence of exudate, skin integrity, edema, redness and necrosis. After this step, yielded the material for the manufacture of surgical wound, followed by microscopic histological slides. We evaluated vascular proliferation, presence of polymorphonuclear and mononuclear cells, fibroblast proliferation, collagen deposition, reepithelialization and hemorrhage. The data were subjected to statistical analysis (Student t test, t paired, and Kruskal Wallis test, and p<0.05). The average weight gain was not significant between the groups; platelet concentration in the final sample of PRP was significantly higher when compared with the original; exudate and necrosis were significantly higher in the control group compared to PRP group, vascular proliferation and reepithelialization were significantly greater in PRP group, whereas the presence of mononuclear cells, polymorphonuclear cells, proliferation of fibroblasts, collagen and hemorrhage were not significant between groups. Obtained on the third day, as the difference significantly greater exudate variable in the control group compared to the PRP group; on the seventh day exudate and flushing were significantly higher in the control group, and the fourteenth day exudate and integrity of the skin were significantly higher in the control group. The results of this study showed that the use of platelet rich plasma gel in the form of reconstructive surgery was able to stimulate angiogenesis in the wound favoring the healing process.
Drying kinetics and impact on the volatile compounds of ogi using response surface modelling

This research aimed at studying the drying kinetic and impact on the volatile compounds of ogi slurry dried within designed drying condition (Drying temperature: 40, 50 and 60°C and drying time: 8, 10 and 12 hrs) using a central composite rotatable experimental design with two factors and five levels (-1.4142, -1, 0, 1 and 1.4142). Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) was used to detect volatile compounds of the dried ogi. The results revealed that the moisture content and moisture ratio of the samples decreased continually with the increase in drying temperature and time. The drying rate of the operation also decreased with increased drying time. The retention time of thirty-five volatile compounds detected in fresh ogi, dried ogi and dried maize grains ranged from 9.67 to 26.96 mins. There was a significant difference (p<0.05) between the concentration of volatile compounds detected in wet ogi compared with dried ogi. More than twenty volatile compounds identified in dried ogi and dried maize grains significantly (p<0.05) reduced up to 95-99% when compared with fresh wet ogi. The first and second principal components for dried ogi had variances of eigenvalue 32.04 and 1.92, respectively. The study revealed and established the challenges of retaining important volatile compounds responsible for aroma flavour in dried ogi product, most especially with the use of a cabinet dryer