Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Clinical Symptomatology of Anxiety and Family Function in Adolescents—The Self-Esteem Mediator

Background: Family, the child’s first environment, shapes their psycho-emotional balance. The literature links adolescent anxiety to family relationships, interactions, and dynamics. The self-esteem of adolescents appears to protect their mental health. Goal: This study examines whether family cohesion and adaptability affect adolescent anxiety symptoms. It also examines whether teen self-esteem mediates this relationship. Method: This cross-sectional, descriptive study included 166 Attica youth aged 12–18 from schools and educational units. The adolescents completed Olson’s FACES-III cohesion and adaptability scale, Spielberger’s STAI-C, Rosenberg’s self-esteem scale, and a socio-demographic questionnaire. Results: Family cohesion, but not adaptability, was negatively correlated with state (rho = −0.25, p = 0.001) and trait (rho = −0.46, p < 0.001) anxiety in the adolescents. Teenagers from extreme families with the lowest cohesion and adaptability had higher trait anxiety (x2(2) = 6.91, p = 0.032) than those from moderately balanced/balanced families. Self-esteem mediated the relationship between the family cohesion functioning and adolescent’s state anxiety (p = 0.005) and trait anxiety (p = 0.011). Conclusions: The findings show that family dysfunction negatively impacts adolescent anxiety, as well as their self-esteem, which protects mental balance.
Investigation of Headstarted Blanding’s Turtles (Emydoidea blandingii) in Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge, Saginaw, MI

19 Introduction . 20 Methods . 23 Study site . 23 Study organism: . 23 Data collection: . 24 Results . 25 Discussion . 26 References . 29 CHAPTER 2. Home Range and Movement Patterns in Headstarted Blanding’s Turtles . 42 Abstract . 42. 42 Introduction . 43 Methods . 45 Study site . 45 Study organism: . 45 Data collection: . 46 INVESTIGATION OF HEADSTARTED BLANDING’S TURTLES 6 Movement patterns. 47 Home range analysis . 48 Results . 49 Movement patterns. 49 Home range analysis . 50 Discussion . 51 References . 55 CHAPTER 3. Examination of Habitat Use and Release Locations of Headstarted Blanding’s Turtles . 67 Abstract . 67 Introduction . 68 Methods . 71. 67 Introduction . 68 Methods . 71 Study site . 71 Study organism: . 71 Data collection: . 72 Use versus Availability . 73 Spatial Testing and Global Model Development: . 74 Geographically Weighted Regression. 75 Results . 75 Use versus Availability . 75 Autocorrelation and Global Model: . 75 Geographically Weighted Regression. 76 INVESTIGATION OF HEADSTARTED BLANDING’S TURTLES 7 Discussion . 76 References . 80 Management Recommendations . 90 References . 93 This research was done in accordance with UCUCA Protocols # PRO00006431, PRO00003978, and PRO00005752 from the University of Michigan – Flint. This research compiled with all applicable state of Michigan Land use and scientific collection permits issued by the Michigan DNR. INVESTIGATION OF HEADSTARTED BLANDING’S TURTLES
On the Edge of Thai Society toward Tourism Employment

A comprehensive study was carried out in the tribal area in Chiang Mai, Thailand with a group of hill tribe people, Karen and Hmong. The study aims to explore perceptions of these groups of people towards impacts from tourism employment. This paper seeks to extend our understanding of these two culturally distinct groups by considering them as employees in tourism sectors located in Chiang Mai. The analysis discusses the perceptions of Karen and Hmong employees, working for tourism business managed by Thai nationals. The analysis focuses upon the respondents perceptions regarding their perceived impacts from employing tourism job with the Thai. Due to the limited numbers of hill tribe people, two hundred questionnaires administered. The research demonstrated that the cultural backgrounds and ethnicities of these two tribes do effect their perceptions resulting in differences in their views of impacts from working in the tourism industry. That said, it can be briefly elaborated that despite a few similarities in the perceptions of the Karen and Hmong of positive impacts upon themselves resulting from their working with the external tourism actions (ETAs), the major concerns were focused on the significant differences in their perceptions towards negative impacts as Hmong tend to perceive more of the negative impacts when compared to the Karen group in terms of losing their value and belief in their traditions and sacred sites as they had to deal with them as tourist attractions. Moreover, Hong also strongly projected that they have failed to maintain their relationship with their family due to their working pattern with the ETAs.
Lithium-Associated Hypothyroidism in a Specialized Lithium Clinic at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: A Retrospective Study

Hypothyroidism is a common side effect of lithium use and is associated with a slower response to treatment and poorer long-term remission in patients with bipolar disorder. No studies have examined the prevalence of lithium-associated hypothyroidism or its associated factors in Saudi Arabia. We aimed to estimate the prevalence of lithium-associated hypothyroidism among psychiatric patients in a specialized lithium clinic at a tertiary care hospital in Saudi Arabia and to examine the possible risk factors for its development. This retrospective observational study included 117 participants. The prevalence of secondary hypothyroidism was 15%. The median duration between the start of lithium therapy and the first abnormal thyroid test result was 341 days. The multiple logistic regression showed that none of the studied variables, namely, sex, current age, age of lithium initiation, continuity on lithium, lithium level (≤0.5 mmol/L or >0.5 mmol/L), and prescription of as-needed medications, was significantly associated with secondary hypothyroidism. Our study also shed light on the possible clinical significance of baseline TSH levels in developing hypothyroidism secondary to lithium. Further multicenter studies with larger sample sizes are warranted to examine the generalizability of these results.
Future Changes in the Ozone Quasi-Biennial Oscillation with Increasing GHGs and Ozone Recovery in CCMI Simulations

AbstractThe future quasi-biennial oscillation (QBO) in ozone in the equatorial stratosphere is examined by analyzing transient climate simulations due to increasing greenhouse gases (GHGs) and decreasing ozone-depleting substances under the auspices of the Chemistry–Climate Model Initiative. The future (1960–2100) and historical (1979–2010) simulations are conducted with the Meteorological Research Institute Earth System Model. Three climate periods, 1960–85 (past), 1990–2020 (present), and 2040–70 (future) are selected, corresponding to the periods before, during, and after ozone depletion. The future ozone QBO is characterized by increases in amplitude by 15%–30% at 5–10 hPa and decreases by 20%–30% at 40 hPa, compared with the past and present climates; the future and present ozone QBOs increase in amplitude by up to 60% at 70 hPa, compared with the past climate. The increased amplitude at 5–10 hPa suggests that the temperature-dependent photochemistry plays an important role in the enhanced future ozo.
Validation of Soil-Test-Based Phosphorus and Potassium Fertilizer Recommendations for Irrigated Soybean

Soil testing is the best available technology for making crop fertilizer recommendations, and precision agriculture has increased the demand for soil-testing. Our primary research objectives were to validate the accuracy of soil-test P (STP) and K (STK) availability (Mehlich-3) and trifoliolate leaflet-P and leaflet-K concentration interpretations for predicting irrigated-soybean [Glycine max (L.) Merr. ] yield response to P and K fertilization at 22 site-years. Each trial contained six treatments involving two P rates and four K rates including a no fertilizer-P or -K control and the soil-test recommendation. Yield and tissue nutrient concentration responses were assessed at three significance levels (p ≤ 0.05, p ≤ 0.10, or p ≤ 0.25) and identified as correct or incorrect according to the response predicted by soil-test recommendations. The accuracy of soil and tissue analyses to predict the correct plant response to fertilization increased as the significance level moved from conservative (p ≤ 0.05) to liberal (p ≤ 0.25). Mehlich-3 STP accurately identified soils that did not respond to fertilizer P and had an overall accuracy of 40 (p ≤ 0.05) to 48% (p ≤ 0.25) in predicting yield response to fertilization. Existing STK interpretations were 72 (p ≤ 0.05) to 82% (p ≤ 0.25) accurate. Critical leaflet-K concentrations accurately identified soybean response to K fertilization at 46 (p ≤ 0.05) to 60% (p ≤ 0.25) of the sites. Interpretation errors were most common in the very low and low STP levels, low and medium STK levels, and the low tissue-K level. The accuracy of the soil and tissue testing and their interpretation process were reasonably accurate for K but substantial improvements are needed for P.
TRADITIONAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AMONG FORAGING COMMUNITIES: A STUDY OF THE CHENCHUS OF NALLAMALAI FOREST IN INDIA

One of the chief features of the Indian tribes is dwelling in forest. A majority of Indian tribes live in the forest or rural areas (Mahapatra, 1994). Tribals have cropped up a way of life around forest ecology and usage of the forest resources, which ensures the forest protection against the degradation. The study observed that the Chenchus have comprehensive knowledge about how to use the resources sustainably and conserve them for future generations. However, these institutions are under serious threat, since, these rules are not taken in to due consideration in framing the forest policies. Therefore, it is concluded that the ‘traditional. knowledge and management systems of the local communities pertaining to the resource conservation and utilisation should be taken into account and synchronise them with the forest policies for effective resource management
Dipole behaviour in maximum significant wave height over the Southern Indian Ocean

The study reports on existence of a dipole pattern in maximum significant wave height (MSWH) as well in mean significant wave height over the Southern Indian Ocean (SIO) based on analysis using 24 years of satellite observations. Analysis using quality checked daily altimeter data from nine satellite missions for entire Indian Ocean region revealed the spatio‐temporal variability of observed dipole phenomena. Interestingly, the second empirical orthogonal function (EOF) mode (EOF2) in monthly and monthly anomaly MSWH data clearly shows the prevalence of dipole over the SIO having a period of 6 months for monthly dataset Principal Component (PC) leading to a 3 months oscillation. The EOF of monthly anomaly dataset analysis also exhibited a similar dipole pattern for the EOF2 mode having a period of 2.1 years. In addition, the study also considered seasonal EOF analysis for four austral seasons December–January–February (DJF), March–April–May (MAM), June–July–August (JJA), and September–October–November (SON). The EOF2 for all seasons exhibits a similar dipole pattern in SIO basin, except for the DJF months. Based on seasonal EOF analysis, the DJF and JJA EOF2s have similar dipole pattern that reverses its polarity because of wind variability for the MAM and SON EOF2s justifying 3 months dipole oscillation obtained for monthly datasets. The Radon transform is used to investigate the orientation of this dipole, and for the first time this method is used in the field of climatology to study orientation and the degree of polarity of a dipole pattern. Furthermore, the study investigated possible correlation of dipole with various proven climate indices establishing the fact that Southern Annular Mode Index (SAMI) showed a significant correlation. The other seasonal datasets also correlated well with SAMI, except DJF months that do not show the dipole pattern, and it had a good correlation with Nino3 index representing the El Nino Southern Oscillation Index.
A Novel Method of Improving the Mechanical Properties of Propellant Using Energetic Thermoplastic Elastomers with Bonding Groups

The relatively poor mechanical properties of extruded modified double base (EMDB) propellants limit their range of applications. To overcome these drawbacks, a novel method was proposed to introduce glycidyl azide polymer-based energetic thermoplastic elastomers (GAP-ETPE) with bonding groups into the propellant adhesive. The influence of the molecular structure of three kinds of elastomers on the mechanical properties of the resultant propellant was analyzed. It was found that the mechanical properties of the propellant with 3% CBA-ETPE (a type of GAP-ETPE that features chain extensions using N-(2-Cyanoethyl) diethanolamine and 1,4-butanediol) were improved at both 50 °C and −40 °C compared to a control propellant without GAP-ETPE. The elongation and impact strength of the propellant at −40 °C were 7.49% and 6.58 MPa, respectively, while the impact strength and maximum tensile strength of the propellant at 50 °C reached 21.1 MPa and 1.19 MPa, respectively. In addition, all three types of GAP-ETPE improved the safety of EMDB propellants. The friction sensitivity of the propellant with 3% CBA-ETPE was found to be 0%, and its characteristic drop height H50 was found to be 39.0 cm; 126% higher than the traditional EMDB propellant. These results provide guidance for studies aiming to optimize the performance of EMDB propellants.
Effective Treatment of Rosacea and Other Vascular Lesions Using Intense Pulsed Light System Emitting Vascular Chromophore-Specific Wavelengths: A Clinical and Dermoscopical Analysis

Background: Facial telangiectasias is a prevalent cosmetic disorder that can be associated with several conditions such as rosacea. IPL (intensity pulsed light) therapy is commonly used for the treatment of vascular lesions. This study tested the efficacy of an IPL system emitting selected vascular chromophore-specific wavelengths in the range of 500–1200 nm for the treatment of vascular lesions. Materials and Methods: A total of 39 patients affected by different vascular lesions on their face were enrolled. The procedure consisted of three treatment sessions, spaced 1 month apart, using the IPL system with a 500–677 and 854–1200 nm filter. Follow-up was performed at 21–90 days (3 weeks–3 months) after the last IPL session. Three-dimensional and dermoscopic clinical photographs were captured and evaluated using a five-point scale. Adverse events were checked. Results: In total, 21 patients achieved excellent improvement, 13 patients achieved good improvement, 3 patients achieved moderate improvement, 2 patients achieved mild improvement, and 0 patients achieved no improvement, with an overall good response to treatment. The photographic evaluation showed good results as soon as 3 days after the last IPL session. Relevant side effects were absent. Conclusions: The study device may represent a successful treatment to improve vascular lesions that are resistant to laser therapy.
Biological characteristics of the bacteriophage LDT325 and its potential application against the plant pathogen Pseudomonas syringae

Bud blight disease caused by Pseudomonas syringae is a major bacterial disease of tea plants in China. Concerns regarding the emergence of bacterial resistance to conventional copper controls have indicated the need to devise new methods of disease biocontrol. Phage-based biocontrol may be a sustainable approach to combat bacterial pathogens. In this study, a P. syringae phage was isolated from soil samples. Based on morphological characteristics, bacteriophage vB_PsS_LDT325 belongs to the Siphoviridae family; it has an icosahedral head with a diameter of 53 ± 1 nm and nonretractable tails measuring 110 ± 1 nm. The latent period and burst size of the phage were 10 min and 17 plaque-forming units (PFU)/cell, respectively. Furthermore, an analysis of the biological traits showed that the optimal multiplicity of infection (MOI) of the phage was 0.01. When the temperature exceeded 60°C, the phage titer began to decrease. The phage exhibited tolerance to a wide range of pH (3–11) and maintained relatively stable pH tolerance. It showed a high tolerance to chloroform, but was sensitive to ultraviolet (UV) light. The effects of phage LDT325 in treating P. syringae infections in vivo were evaluated using a tea plant. Plants were inoculated with 2 × 107 colony-forming units (CFU)/mL P. syringae using the needle-prick method and air-dried. Subsequently, plants were inoculated with 2 × 107 PFU/mL LDT325 phage. Compared with control plants, the bacterial count was reduced by 1 log10/0.5 g after 4 days in potted tea plants inoculated with the phage. These results underscore the phage as a potential antibacterial agent for controlling P. syringae.
Dynamic Rupture Modeling of the M7.2 2010 El Mayor‐Cucapah Earthquake: Comparison With a Geodetic Model

The 2010 Mw 7.2 El Mayor‐Cucapah earthquake is the largest event recorded in the broader Southern California‐Baja California region in the last 18 years. Here we try to analyze primary features of this type of event by using dynamic rupture simulations based on a multifault interface and later compare our results with space geodetic models. Our results show that starting from homogeneous prestress conditions, slip heterogeneity can be achieved as a result of variable dip angle along strike and the modulation imposed by step over segments. We also considered effects from a topographic free surface and find that although this does not produce significant first‐order effects for this earthquake, even a low topographic dome such as the Cucapah range can affect the rupture front pattern and fault slip rate. Finally, we inverted available interferometric synthetic aperture radar data, using the same geometry as the dynamic rupture model, and retrieved the space geodetic slip distribution that serves to constrain the dynamic rupture models. The one to one comparison of the final fault slip pattern generated with dynamic rupture models and the space geodetic inversion show good agreement. Our results lead us to the following conclusion: in a possible multifault rupture scenario, and if we have first‐order geometry constraints, dynamic rupture models can be very efficient in predicting large‐scale slip heterogeneities that are important for the correct assessment of seismic hazard and the magnitude of future events. Our work contributes to understanding the complex nature of multifault systems.
Environmental Awareness and Its Impact on University Social Responsibility of Students at A Private University in Chimbote, Perú

Purpose: To analyze the influence of environmental awareness on university social responsibility among students of a private university in Chimbote, Peru. Theoretical framework: Theories associated with environmental awareness, university social responsibility and other factors were addressed. Method: A mixed Dexplis-type approach was applied, with a non-experimental and cross-sectional design, where the total population was 1180 university students and the probability sample for the survey was 290 students and the non-probability sample for the interview was 30 students that served to collect quantitative and qualitative data respectively. Quantitative data were obtained through the ECA-FMEP instrument of environmental awareness (Laso et al., 2019), whose reliability was assessed by Cronbach's Alpha coefficient α = 0.905 and the RSU was evaluated through the RSU scale instrument of university social responsibility (Serrano et al., 2022), whose reliability was assessed by Cronbach's Alpha coefficient α = 0.868 which was obtained by being applied to a pilot test of 30 learners, where the quantitative data obtained were then processed in SPSS, and the qualitative data were obtained from the answers to the questionnaire of open questions that were evaluated with Atlas.ti software considering 20 codes, 12 sub categories and 8 categories, also taking into account other factors that influence the USR. Results and conclusions: The results support a very high degree of positive correlation between environmental awareness and university social responsibility with an rs = 0.967 and a significance level of p = 0.000, where the coefficient of determination shows that environmental awareness influences 94.7% of university social responsibility, while the remaining 5.3% is affected by other factors. It is concluded that there is a very high positive correlation and there is a 94.7% influence of environmental awareness on university social responsibility, where the remaining 5.3% is due to other factors such as socioeconomic level, previous education, personal experiences, influences and the legal framework in force. Originality/value: To provide insight into students' perceptions on the management of environmental awareness and its influence on university social responsibility.
Improving Balaghah Mastery Through Teams Games Tournaments with Crossword Puzzle Media in Higher Education

The selection of appropriate teaching methods by educators and the optimization of learning media utilization are crucial factors in achieving success and effectiveness in the learning process. Accordingly, this research aims to examine the impact of using the Teams Games Tournament method with crossword puzzle media on the learning outcomes of Balaghah (Arabic rhetoric) students at the State Islamic University Imam Bonjol Padang. This research employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest control group design. Data collection techniques involved administering pretests and posttests to both the control and experimental groups. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistical tests, tests for normality and homogeneity (Kolmogorov-Smirnov test), and independent sample t-tests. The research results indicated a significant variation in student learning outcomes before and after using the Teams Games Tournament method with crossword puzzle media in Balaghah learning. Based on the findings, the average pretest scores for the experimental group and control group were 52.83 and 52.23, respectively, while the average posttest scores for the experimental group were 92.87 and 81.46 for the control group. The independent sample t-test showed a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05, indicating sufficient evidence to support the alternative hypothesis (Ha). Therefore, it was concluded that there was a significant difference in student learning outcomes before and after implementing the Teams Games Tournament method with crossword puzzle media in Balaghah learning. These findings validated the effectiveness of this method in enhancing understanding and student learning outcomes in Balaghah material.
Growth and survival of pearlspot, Etroplus suratensis (Bloch, 1790) fry using practical diets incorporated with different levels of mosquito fern

The present study was carried out to evaluate the growth and survival of pearlspot, Etroplus suratensis (Bloch, 1790) fry using practical diets incorporated with different levels of mosquito fern, for 60 days. The fry with average length and weight of 25±0.1 mm and 0.54±0.03 g, respectively were reared at stocking density 15 fry/100 L in brackishwater. Four iso-nitrogenous (30% crude protein) and iso-calorific diets were formulated with incorporation of 0, 10, 20 and 30% powdered fermented azolla. Fry were fed at the rate of 7-8% body weight per day. The highest growth parameters and survival were recorded for control diet. However, the fry fed 10% azolla incorporated diet showed similarities in weight gain %, specific growth rate and feed conversion ratio with control group.