Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Revised regional correlations and tectonic implications of Paleoproterozoic and Mesoproterozoic metasedimentary rocks in northern New Mexico, USA: New findings from detrital zircon studies of the Hondo Group, Vadito Group, and Marqueñas Formation

Detrital zircon ages from quartzite and metaconglomerate in the Tusas and Picuris Mountains in northern New Mexico reveal new information about age and provenance trends within a >1000 km 2 Proterozoic sedimentary basin and provide a critical test of regional correlations. Samples from the Paleoproterozoic Vadito and Hondo groups are dominated by a single detrital zircon population with age probability peaks that range from 1765 to 1704 Ma. Minor Archean and ca. 1850 Ma age probability peaks were also recognized in some samples. Close correspondence between detrital zircon ages and the age of surrounding basement rocks indicates predominately local sources, and we interpret systematic shifts in peak ages with stratigraphic position to represent changes in local sources through time. Similarities of age spectra support previous correlation of stratigraphic units between discontinuous exposures of the Hondo Group. We interpret that these supracrustal rocks were deposited in a single basin that we refer to as the Pilar basin. Two samples of the Marquenas Formation, a pebble to boulder conglomerate previously correlated with the ca. 1700 Ma Vadito Group, are dominated by Paleoproterozoic detrital zircon with age probability peaks at 1707 and 1715 Ma in the middle and upper units, respectively. Unlike the Vadito and Hondo group samples, the Marquenas Formation also contains abundant ca. 1700–1600 Ma zircon derived from Mazatzal-aged sources to the south and Mesoproterozoic zircon with age probability peaks at 1479 and 1457 Ma. Weighted averages of 1477 ± 13 Ma and 1453 ± 10 Ma for the youngest detrital zircon in the middle and upper Marquenas Formation provide new maximum depositional age constraints, indicating that it is not part of the Vadito Group. The minimum age is not well constrained but is interpreted to be ca. 1435 Ma on the basis of the timing of regional metamorphism and deformation previously documented in the Picuris Mountains. These data represent the first evidence of sedimentation directly associated with ca. 1.4 Ga regional metamorphism, plutonism, and deformation in the southwestern United States and provide an important new constraint on the tectonic evolution of southern Laurentia during this time.
DEVELOPMENT OF A RISK-BASED SURVEILLANCE PROGRAM FOR TRICHINELLA SPP. IN DOMESTIC SWINE AND WILDLIFE IN SWITZERLAND

Material and methods First, a qualitative risk assessment was conducted to assess the probability of human exposure to Trichinella spp. in Switzerland. Second, a prevalence study was conducted in the domestic pig and wildlife population to substantiate claims of Trichinella freedom and determine the prevalence of infection in indicator species, respectively. Third, a stochastic risk-based surveillance model was developed that demonstrated freedom from Trichinella infection in domestic pigs with an equal level of confidence as the current surveillance efforts. Finally, a cost analysis was conducted to compare costs of the current surveillance program with the estimated costs of a risk-based surveillance program for domestic pigs in Switzerland.
Ocean microseism measurements with a neutral bouyancy free-floating midwater seismometer

Seismometers in spherical aluminum pressure housings have been weighted to float stably at midwater depths in the ocean, and thus record water motions in a frequency band of 0.02 to 5 cps. Simultaneous records made with a midwater instrument at 1.2-km depth and a bottom instrument at 4.6-km depth showed coherence at spectral power peaks of leaky organ-pipe frequencies and additional coherence peaks at frequencies down to 0.025 cps. Twenty organ-pipe modes can be tentatively identified. The spectral power can be attributed almost entirely to microseismic motions in wave-guide modes. We conclude that the forcing functions for microseisms are broad enough so that deep ocean-bottom and midwater microseism spectral peak frequencies are characteristic of local bathymmetry.
Multi-scale Holocene Asian monsoon variability deduced from a twin-stalagmite record in southwestern China

Abstract We present two isotopic (δ18O and δ13C) sequences of a twin-stalagmite from Zhuliuping Cave, southwestern China, with 230Th dates from 14.6 to 4.6 ka. The stalagmite δ18O record characterizes orbital- to decadal-scale variability of Asian summer monsoon (ASM) intensity, with the Holocene optimum period (HOP) between 9.8 and 6.8 ka BP which is reinforced by its co-varying δ13C data. The large multi-decadal scale amplitude of the cave δ18O indicates its high sensitivity to climate change. Four centennial-scale weak ASM events during the early Holocene are centered at 11.2, 10.8, 9.1 and 8.2 ka. They can be correlated to cold periods in the northern high latitudes, possibly resulting from rapid dynamics of atmospheric circulation associated with North Atlantic cooling. The 8.2 ka event has an amplitude more than two-thirds that of the Younger Dryas (YD), and is significantly stronger than other cave records in the Asia monsoon region, likely indicating a more severe dry climate condition at the cave site. At the end of the YD event, the δ13C record lags the δ18O record by 300–500 yr, suggesting a multi-centennial slow response of vegetation and soil processes to monsoon enhancement.
Recruitment and mortality o? Pinus sylvestris near the nordic treeline: the role of climatic change and herbivory

In the Abisko basin south of lake Tornetr? sk (N Sweden, 68? N, 350-420 m a.s.l.) some of the most northern Swedish populations o? Pinus sylvestris are found. Casual observa tions suggested that recruitment and growth of trees at this treeline are affected by browsing and fungal attack. Here we attempt to answer whether and how much such disturbances determine the fate of this outpost forest as compared to climatic influenc es. In the summer 1996 we collected information on the size structure and several meas
V-Band Compact Risley Prism Integrated With Phase-Correcting Surface Providing High-Gain 2-D Beam-Steering Performance

A novel Risley prism (RP) integrated with phase-correcting dielectric lens (PCDLs) is designed and demonstrated at V-band (50–75 GHz) for 2-D beam-steering performance with consistent high-gain attributes. The proposed design consists of a pair of dielectric wedges built using high permittivity material integrated with a parabolic PCDL built using a low permittivity material. The proposed RP integrated with PCDL exhibits wideband steering of the incident beam into a 3-D conical space via concurrent axial rotation of the RP elements. The proposed beam-steering structure is capable of providing a consistent gain of ~24 dBi at the V-band based on the aperture size of the RP and the PCDL. The wideband performance of the proposed RP design is experimentally demonstrated using a commercial 20 dBi pyramidal standard gain horn operating at V-band (50–75 GHz). The simulated and measured gain of the proposed arrangement with the pyramidal horn along the broadside are found to be 24.6 and 23.1 dBi, respectively at 62.5 GHz. The proposed work exhibits consistent gain with deviation less than 1.3 dB and scan losses below 2 dB for scan angles of ±40° throughout the V-band (50–75 GHz). The measurement results validate the wideband steering performance of the proposed mechanism. The effect of rotation errors on the steering performance of the proposed design is also investigated.
Anthropogenic Activities and Climate Variability Impacts on Juniperus thurifera Forest of El Houanet, Morocco

The current case analysis aims to explore the spatio-temporal evolution of thuriferous juniper ( Juniperus thurif-era L.) forest formations on the El Houanet plateau within the Biological and Ecological Interest Site (BEIS) of Boutferda in Morocco, focusing on their vulnerability to extinction due to various complex reasons. Our research focused on the period from 1986 to 2022, conducting a meticulous assessment of the spatial changes observed over this chronology. To achieve these objectives, we adopted a diachronic approach, combined with a methodology supported by field examinations. We derived data, including climatic analysis and vegetation indices (NDVI and VCI), from LANDSAT 5 and 8 satellite imagery, enabling a detailed synthesis of the forest’s spatiotemporal changes. This analysis was further deepened by considering a range of parameters, including components of the physical environment, climatic variables, as well as anthropogenic influences, with the aim of refining our understanding of the dynamics governing these populations. Findings reveal significant impacts on various strata within this forest, reflecting both regressive and progressive changes that reshaped the landscape’s composition and structure.
Exploring the Surge in Paediatric Type 2 Diabetes in an Inner-City London Centre—A Decade-Long Analysis of Incidence, Outcomes, and Transition

The rising prevalence of paediatric type 2 diabetes (T2D) is concerning, particularly with limited medical intervention despite evidence of accelerated disease progression. This study of a Barts Health NHS Trust cohort from 2008 to 2022 aims to elucidate the incidence, clinical outcomes, and complications associated with paediatric T2D. A retrospective analysis utilising electronic and paper records identified 40 patients with T2D. The incidence doubled from 2.6/year in 2008–2013 to 5.4/year in 2014–2018. Sixty-eight percent exhibited co-morbidities, notably learning disabilities. At diagnosis, the mean BMI was 32.4 ± 6.71 kg/m2, with no gender-based disparity and no significant change over a two-year follow-up. The initial HbA1c was 75.2 ± 21.0 mmol/mol, decreasing to 55.0 ± 17.4 mmol/mol after three months (p = 0.001) and then rising to 63.0 ± 25.5 mmol/mol at one year (p = 0.07). While 22/37 patients achieved HbA1c < 48 mmol/mol, only 9 maintained this for a year. Several metabolic and cardiovascular complications were observed at diagnosis and follow-up, with no significant change in frequency. In 2022, 15 patients transitioned to adult services. HbA1c at transition was 74.7 ± 27.6 mmol/mol, showing no change one year post-transition (71.9 ± 26.9 mmol/mol, p = 0.34). This study highlights substantial therapeutic failure, with current management falling short in achieving a sustained reduction in BMI or HbA1c. Novel treatment approaches are needed to improve clinical outcomes and address the high burden of co-morbidities and complications.
THE EFFECT OF PAPAYA FRUIT (CARICA PAPAYA) TOWARD BREAST MILK PRODUCTION ON POSTPARTUM MOTHERS

A recurring issue encountered by postpartum mothers in breastfeeding is the occurrence of insufficient milk production (32%). Papaya fruit contains substances like Lactogogum, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C, which are known to enhance milk production. This study aimed to investigate the impact of papaya fruit (Carica papaya) on milk production in postpartum mothers within the operational realm of the Talu Public Health Center in 2023. Employing a quantitative research approach, the study utilized a quasi-experimental design featuring a one-group pretest-posttest setup. The study encompassed the entire population of postpartum mothers in Talu Community Health Center's jurisdiction, totaling 225 individuals. A sample of 30 participants was selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data analysis involved both univariate and bivariate methods, employing the Wilcoxon test. Statistical findings demonstrated that the average breast milk production score prior to the intervention (papaya fruit) was 4.27. Following the intervention (papaya fruit consumption), the average breast milk production score increased to 4.80. The bivariate test yielded a p-value of 0.000, indicating a significant impact of the intervention on breast milk production. In conclusion, it is established that giving papaya fruit has a positive effect on breast milk production among postpartum mothers within Talu Community Health Center's jurisdiction in 2023. The study suggests that regular consumption of fruits rich in Lactogogum, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C, such as papaya, can potentially enhance milk production for postpartum mothers.
A Critical Review on the Second Language Academic Literacy Development in Iranian Higher Education System

This critical review provides a thorough examination of the development of English academic literacy among graduate students in Iranian higher education institutions. It delves into how the students' sociocultural and educational backgrounds, combined with the dynamics of institutional factors, shape their academic literacy competencies. The study also assesses the potential of academic literacy as an alternative approach to enhance academic writing in the given academic landscape. To this aim, it explores the critical factors that mold English writing and its pedagogy. An analysis of existing literature, encompassing both international research and local studies, reveals the existing challenges Iranian students encounter in English writing. Key issues include gaps in the curriculum, the absence of a comprehensive academic literacy framework, and the inadequacy of effective teaching methodologies. Given the global emphasis on multiliteracy and multiculturalism, with a drive towards equal educational opportunities, this study promotes the implementation of genre-based writing and targeted strategies to advance academic writing in Iran, regarded as “English as a Foreign Language” (EFL) context. This proposed strategy is aimed at addressing the substantial difficulties students face in achieving proficiency in English academic literacy.
The Importance of Natural and Acquired Immunity to SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Patients on Peritoneal Dialysis

The pandemic caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus had a great impact on the population of patients treated with peritoneal dialysis (PD). This study demonstrates the impact of infection and vaccination in 66 patients treated with PD and their outcomes during a 6-month follow-up. This is the first research that has studied the dynamics of anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG in serum and effluent. In our research, 57.6% of PD patients were vaccinated, predominantly with Sinopharm (81.6%), which was also the most frequently administered vaccine in the Republic of Serbia at the beginning of immunization. During the monitoring period, the level of anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibodies in the PD patients had an increasing trend in serum. In the group of vaccinated patients with PD, anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibodies had an increasing trend in both serum and effluent, in contrast to non-vaccinated patients, where they decreased in effluent regardless of the trend of increase in serum, but statistical significance was not reached. In contrast to vaccinated (immunized) patients who did not acquire infection, the patients who only underwent the COVID-19 infection, but were not immunized, were more prone to reinfection upon the outbreak of a new viral strain, yet without severe clinical presentation and with no need for hospital treatment.
Training on Fungal Biopesticide Preparation for Larval Pest on Food Crops for Young Farmer Group ‘PMS’ in Kalasan

Young farmer group Putra Mandiri Sejahtera (PMS) in Sambirejo Village, Selomartani, Kalasan, is actively involved in organic farming. Their vision is to advance agriculture through extension programs, training, mentoring, and cultivating food crops by implementing agricultural innovation technology. The challenges they often face are larval pests that attack many crops, which are difficult to overcome. Efforts that can be made are providing techniques for the identification of larval pests and their biological agent, preparing fungal biopesticides, and applying control methods by technical culture. Stages in these activities include (1) an extension program on the identification of pests and their biological agent, (2) training on fungal biopesticide preparation, and (3) mentoring and monitoring of the farmers’ activities by applying pre-and post-test. The community service results demonstrated that the extension program on larval pest identification had improved the farmers’ understanding by 72.22% and increased their willingness to learn further. The following training on fungal biopesticide preparation showed that the farmers’ skills improved by 95.24%, despite the fact that the remaining 4.76% of the farmers required more training to achieve more confidence. In addition, it was also found that 57.14% of the farmers stated they had mastered the biopesticide preparation, while the remaining 42.85% of the farmers required further training and mentoring. The output of this extension program was two types of fungal biopesticides, Beauveria sp. and Metarrhizium sp. , produced by the young farmer group Putra Mandiri Sejahtera (PMS).
PENGARUH RASIO KEUANGAN TERHADAP RETURN SAHAM PERUSAHAAN MANUFAKTUR DI BURSA EFEK INDONESIA (Studi kasus Pada Perusahaan Manufaktur Sektor Food And Beverage)

Laporan keuangan mencerminkan suatu gambaran kinerja keuangan bagi sebuah Perusahaan. Rasio-rasio pada laporan keuangan dapat memberikan gambaran tentang kondisi kesehatan keuangan pada sebuah Perusahaan. Kinerja keuangan akan mempengaruhi kepercayaan masyarakat untuk menanamkan investasinya. Masyarakat biasanya akan melihat perkembangan saham yang terjadi di Bursa Efek. Faktor keamanan keuangan sebuah Perusahaan akan menjadi pertimbangan masyarakat untuk memutuskan pilihan investasi. Saat ini masyarakat kebanyakan menentukan investasinya pada pembelian saham. Bagi masyarakat saham masih dianggap paling aman untuk investasi. Salah satu alasan memilih saham,karena return saham dianggap memberikan nilai harapan lebih dari investasi lainnya. Pada Perusahaan manufaktur memberikan persepsi bahwa, dengan banyaknya peredaran saham di masyarakat, maka bertambah pula kepercayaan masyarakat terhadap Perusahaan tersebut. Ini akan memberikan pengaruh positif perkembangan Bursa Efek Indonesia, terutama bagi Perusahaan manufaktur.
TAX AGGRESSIVENESS IS SEEN FROM THE CURRENT RATIO, RETURN ON ASSETS, DEBT TO ASSET RATIO, AND CAPITAL INTENSITY IN THE COMPANY IN THE TOURISM, RESTAURANT AND HOTEL INDUSTRY

COVID-19 greatly affected the company's financial condition during 2018-2021, having an impact on the creation of huge losses that it tends to cause several factors to carry out tax aggressiveness, especially among companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). Tax aggressiveness or reducing the company's profit income to minimize the tax burden to avoid bankruptcy or maintaining company glory. The purpose of this study is to determine the factors that influence tax aggressiveness from independent variables in the form of the current ratio, return on assets, debt-to-asset ratio, and capital intensity.Quantitative data is used in this study, including data on companies listed on the IDX for the period 2018-2021, including companies in the tourism, restaurant, and hotel industries listed on the IDX during 2018-2021. A total of 108 data or companies from 27 companies became research samples, through the purposive sampling method and using research analysis tools in the form of description analysis, classical assumption test, and hypothesis testing.This study partially shows the results of the current ratio variable have a positive effect, return on assets has a negative effect, debt to asset ratio and capital intensity do not effect on tax aggressiveness during 2018-2021. The current ratio variable, return on assets, debt to asset ratio and capital intensity simultaneously affect tax aggressiveness.
Global, regional and local controls on the development of a Triassic carbonate ramp system, Western Balkanides, Bulgaria

Abstract The Early to Late Triassic development of a carbonate ramp system in the subtropical belt of the NW Tethys was controlled by the interplay of several global and regional factors: geotectonic setting (slow continuous subsidence on a passive continental margin), antecedent topography (low-gradient relief inherited from preceding depositional regime), climate and oceanography (warm and dry climatic conditions, storm influence), relative sea-level changes (Olenekian to Anisian eustatic rise, middle Anisian to early Carnian sea-level fall), lack of frame-builders (favouring the maintenance of ramp morphology), and carbonate production (abundant formation of lime mud, non-skeletal grains and marine cements, development of diverse biota controlled by biological evolution and environmental conditions). Elevated palaeorelief affected the ramp initialization on a local scale, while autogenic processes largely controlled the formation of peritidal cyclicity during the early stage of ramp retrogradation. Probably fault-driven differential subsidence caused a local distal steepening of the ramp profile in middle–late Anisian time. The generally favourable conditions promoted long-term maintenance of homoclinal ramp morphology and accumulation of carbonate sediments having great maximum thickness (~500 m). Shutdown of the carbonate factory and demise of the ramp system in the early Carnian resulted from relative sea-level fall and subsequent emergence. After a period of subaerial exposure with minor karstification, the deposition of continental quartz arenites suggests the possible effect of the Carnian Pluvial Episode.
Modelling and transient analysis of saturated core fault current limiters in electricity grids

Deregulation of electricity industry has shifted the operation paradigm of power systems in the recent years. Combined with the quest for energy efficiency and stringent environmental constraints, market regulation has driven the recent advert of decentralised generation. Transmission network expansion has also been affected as a consequence of deregulation, with network operators no longer being the sole authority over generation or network expansion planning. In this environment, the integration of decentralised generation at transmission and/or distribution networks has resulted in a considerable increase in the system fault levels that are unaccounted for in long-term planning forecasts by network operators. To enable higher integration capacity and reliable operation, these networks are also becoming more interconnected adding to the already increased fault current levels. As a consequence, at certain locations of the grid, the fault current levels are approaching or exceeding existing switchgear ratings. Utilities have traditionally employed a variety of passive fault current mitigation measures to address their fault current problems. However, numerous constraints associated with these passive measures have compelled them to re-evaluate their conventional fault current management measures and become increasingly interested in novel fault current limiting technologies. A Fault Current Limiter (FCL) is a device that can be used in electrical power transmission and distribution systems to restraint the system fault current to a manageable level so that existing switchgear can still function as expected. Amongst the emerging fault current limiting technologies, the saturated core FCL is currently one of the most promising technologies