Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Chemical risk assessment in hospital settings: A comparison of workers' perceptions, expert opinions, and occupational hygiene measurements.

BACKGROUND Harmful chemicals are used in various forms from different sources in hospital settings. The standard gold method in risk control studies still determines exposure by personal or ambient measurements. In the absence of trained personnel, resources, or sufficient time, qualitative methods should be used to assess exposure. This study aims to compare quantitative and qualitative results of chemical risk exposure. MATERIAL AND METHODS Both qualitative (perceptions without monitoring data of the workers and experts) and quantitative perceptions (perceptions with monitoring data) were recorded. Two experts were asked to evaluate exposure intensity in pathology department workers, secretary workers, and cleaning workers. Occupational hygiene measurements were taken based on the occupational health and safety department risk assessment results, expert job analysis, and pilot study measurements. RESULTS While most workers reported feeling highly exposed to chemical risks, the majority of experts reported medium-risk exposures and high-risk exposures. Three occupational hygiene measurements (6.6%) exceeded the permissible time-weighted average, and the other results were within the acceptable range. CONCLUSIONS There was a significant difference between the estimated exposure and the measured exposure in hospital settings. A correlation was not found between workers' perceptions of chemical risk exposure and the chemical risk levels measured in this study. Med Pr Work Health Saf. 2023;74(4):241-50.
Stingless bee classification and biology (Hymenoptera, Apidae): a review, with an updated key to genera and subgenera

﻿Abstract Stingless bees (Meliponini) are a ubiquitous and diverse element of the pantropical melittofauna, and have significant cultural and economic importance. This review outlines their diversity, and provides identification keys based on external morphology, brief accounts for each of the recognized genera, and an updated checklist of all living and fossil species. In total there are currently 605 described extant species in 45 extant genera, and a further 18 extinct species in nine genera, seven of which are extinct. A new fossil genus, Adactylurina Engel, gen. nov., is also described for a species in Miocene amber from Ethiopia. In addition to the systematic review, the biology of stingless bees is summarized with an emphasis on aspects related to their nesting biology and architecture.
Psychometric Properties of the Polish Version of the Sports Anxiety Scale-2 (SAS-2)

The main aim of the study was to assess the psychometric properties of the Polish version of the Sports Anxiety scale-2 (SAS-2). The study covered 396 athletes, ages ranging from 18 years to 35 years. The task and ego orientation in sport questionnaire (TEOSQ) and State and Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) were used for validation of the scale. Cronbach’s alpha for the somatic anxiety subscale was 0.88, for the worry subscale was 0.95, and for the concentration disruption was 0.86, respectively. The three-factor model and hierarchical model fits perfectly as CFI > 0.95, TLI > 0.95, and RMSEA < 0.08. Satisfactory results in measurement invariance show the use of the tool for any gender or athlete (high-performance, recreational) group. The internal consistency (α = 0.86–0.95) and the test–retest reliability (ICC = 0.87–0.90) were satisfactory. There was a statistically significant negative correlation between task orientation and total anxiety along with its three subscales, and a weak positive correlation between ego orientation and worry subscale. Meanwhile, a weak to moderate positive correlation was exhibited between total anxiety and its subscales with the STAI-T and STAI-S. Additionally, female, recreational, and female recreational athletes’ groups had weak negative associations between worry and concentration disruption trait anxiety and task orientation, and a weak positive association between somatic anxiety and ego orientation.
M-PAYMENT BEHAVIOURAL INTENTION: REVISITING THE MODELS USING THE CASE OF SARAWAK PAY

Background and Purpose: With the acceleration of mobile payment usage in the daily routine, this study intends to examine the determinant factors on the users’ behavioural intention on the Sarawak Pay using the theory of reasoned action (TRA), technology acceptance model (TAM), unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT), and a modified model. Methodology: A total of 195 Sarawak Pay users was selected using the purposive sampling technique to collect their responses through the questionnaire-based online survey. The PLS-SEM was utilised to examine the proposed hypotheses. Findings: The study found that the modified model had the greatest explanatory and predictive power than the other conventional models. Moreover, the performance expectancy, facilitating conditions and attitude positively influenced the behavioural intention and use behaviour on the Sarawak Pay, while effort expectancy had a contrary effect. Furthermore, the social influence failed to impact the Sarawak Pay users’ behavioural intention and their use behaviour. Contributions: The findings offered a clear understanding of the drivers and inhibitors that inspired the users’ behavioural intention and their use behaviour on the Sarawak Pay, as it had a critical implication for the Sarawak government. This evidence was derived from three conventional models and a modified model. Keywords: M-payment, mobile payment, unified theory of acceptance and use of technology, technology acceptance model, theory of reasoned action. Cite as: Ling, P.-S. Mohd Ossman, N. S. , & Haziq Mohamad, A. H. (2023). M-payment behavioural intention: Revisiting the models using the case of Sarawak Pay. Journal of Nusantara Studies, 8(1), 68-94. http://dx.doi. org/10.24200/jonus.vol8iss1pp68-94
Combination of Zearalenone and Deoxynivalenol Induces Apoptosis by Mitochondrial Pathway in Piglet Sertoli Cells: Role of Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress

Zearalenone (ZEA) and deoxynivalenol (DON) are widely found in various feeds, which harms livestock’s reproductive health. Both mitochondria and endoplasmic reticulum (ER) can regulate cell apoptosis. This study aimed to explore the regulatory mechanism of endoplasmic reticulum stress (ERS) on ZEA- combined with DON-induced mitochondrial pathway apoptosis in piglet Sertoli cells (SCs). The results showed that ZEA + DON damaged the ultrastructure of the cells, induced apoptosis, decreased mitochondrial membrane potential, promoted the expression of cytochrome c (CytC), and decreased the cell survival rate. Furthermore, ZEA + DON increased the relative mRNA and protein expression of Bid, Caspase-3, Drp1, and P53, while that of Bcl-2 and Mfn2 declined. ZEA + DON was added after pretreatment with 4-phenylbutyric acid (4-PBA). The results showed that 4-PBA could alleviate the toxicity of ZEA + DON toward SCs. Compared with the ZEA + DON group, 4-PBA improved the cell survival rate, decreased the apoptosis rate, inhibited CytC expression, and increased mitochondrial membrane potential, and the damage to the cell ultrastructure was alleviated. Moreover, after pretreatment with 4-PBA, the relative mRNA and protein expression of Bid, Caspase-3, Drp1, and P53 were downregulated, while the relative mRNA and protein expression of Bcl-2 and Mfn2 were upregulated. It can be concluded that ERS plays an important part in the apoptosis of SCs co-infected with ZEA-DON through the mitochondrial apoptosis pathway, and intervention in this process can provide a new way to alleviate the reproductive toxicity of mycotoxins.
The Association between Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Cardiometabolic Health at 6 Months following a Hypertensive Pregnancy: A BP2 Sub-Study

Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) complicate 5–10% of pregnancies, with resultant lifelong increased risks of cardiovascular disease (CVD). We aimed to describe lifestyle behaviours at 6 months post-HDP in four HDP subgroups, and their association with markers of cardiometabolic health. Subgroups were chronic hypertension (CH), gestational hypertension (GH), preeclampsia, and preeclampsia superimposed on chronic hypertension (CH + PE). The BP2 study is a multi-site, three-arm, randomised controlled trial. At 6 months postpartum, the NSW Population Health Survey and BP2 surveys collected lifestyle behaviours and demographic data. Body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and blood pressure (BP) were also assessed. Descriptive statistics, ANOVA and Spearman’s correlation coefficients were used. Of 484 women (16% CH, 23% GH, 55% preeclampsia, and 6% CH + PE), 62% were overweight or obese. Only 6% met the recommended five vegetable and two fruit serves per day, and 43% did not meet the recommended 150 min of moderate–vigorous physical activity in five sessions per week. Adherence to both diet and physical activity recommendations was correlated with more favourable cardiometabolic outcomes, including lower BMI, waist circumference, and systolic and diastolic BP. Lifestyle interventions that improve diet and physical activity post-HDP are needed to reduce BP, BMI, and long-term CVD in this high-risk population.
Exploring Tropical Forests With GEDI and 3-D SAR Tomography

Measuring the vertical structure of tropical forests using remote sensing technology is challenging. To overcome this, active sensors, such as P-band synthetic aperture radar (SAR) and light detection and ranging (LiDAR), are used to penetrate thick vegetation layers. NASA’s global ecosystem dynamics investigation (GEDI) uses spaceborne LiDAR data. In contrast, the European Space Agency’s (ESA) BIOMASS mission uses multiple acquisitions of SAR data to create 3-D images through a technique called SAR tomography (TomoSAR). This letter discusses the forest’s vertical structure, such as volume peak (or volume scattering center), penetration, and reflectivity, using GEDI and airborne P-band TomoSAR by analyzing measurements at tropical forest sites in South America and Africa. It was found that the location of the volume peak in TomoSAR is consistently lower than in GEDI, with a range of 2–4 m depending on the polarization and the height of the forest layers. Compared with GEDI, TomoSAR data have a better ground reflection for vegetation taller than 25 m. GEDI and TomoSAR data can accurately capture vertical information in the canopy levels (between 10 and 40 m), displaying a strong correlation in the volume layers. The highest correlation occurs around 30 m above ground level, aligning with previous research in developing algorithms for the BIOMASS mission in aboveground biomass (AGB) retrieval. Together, TomoSAR and GEDI are robust and comparable in studying tropical forests and support the BIOMASS mission for global biomass mapping.
Low-Oxygen Responses of Cut Carnation Flowers Associated with Modified Atmosphere Packaging

Gaseous factors affect post-harvest physiological processes in horticultural crops, including ornamental flowers. However, the molecular responses of cut flowers to the low-oxygen conditions associated with modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) have not yet been elucidated. Here, we show that storage of cut carnation flowers in a sealed polypropylene bag decreased the oxygen concentration in the bag to 3–5% and slowed flower opening. The vase life of carnation flowers after storage for seven days under MAP conditions was comparable to that without storage and was improved by the application of a commercial-quality preservative. The adenylate energy charge (AEC) was maintained at high levels in petals from florets stored under MAP conditions. This was accompanied by the upregulation of four hypoxia-related genes, among which the HYPOXIA-RESPONSIVE ETHYLENE RESPONSE FACTOR and PHYTOGLOBIN genes (DcERF19 and DcPGB1) were newly identified. These results suggest that hypoxia-responsive genes contribute to the maintenance of the energy status in carnation flowers stored under MAP conditions, making this gas-controlling technique potentially effective for maintaining cut flower quality without cooling.
How Large Are the Local Bispectrum and Trispectrum in a Non-Minimal Inflation?

By focusing on the local type primordial non-Gaussianities, we study the bispectrum and trispectrum during a non-minimal slow-roll inflation. We use the so-called $\delta N$ formalism to investigate the super-horizon evolution of the primordial perturbations in this setup. Firstly we obtain the main equations of the model and introduce the framework of the $\delta N$ formalism for this case. Then we give analytical expressions for the nonlinear parameters describing the non-Gaussianity in the slow-roll approximation. We analyze the bispectrum by its non-linear parameter, $f_{NL}$. Furthermore, we calculate $\tau_{NL}$ and $g_{NL}$ which are nonlinear parameters characterizing the amplitude of trispectrum. Finally, by adopting a quadratic form for both the potential and non-minimal coupling (NMC) function, we test our setup in the light of Planck2015 data and constrain the model parameters space. In addition to compatibility with observation, our results confirm that in a non-minimal inflation, depending on the value of the non-minimal coupling parameter the trispectrum appears as the first signature of the non-Gaussianities of the curvature perturbations since it can be large even when the bispectrum is small.
High reverse breakdown voltage Schottky rectifiers without edge termination on Ga2O3

Vertical geometry Ni/Au-β-Ga2O3 Schottky rectifiers were fabricated on Hydride Vapor Phase Epitaxy layers on conducting bulk substrates, and the rectifying forward and reverse current-voltage characteristics were measured at temperatures in the range of 25–100 °C. The reverse breakdown voltage (VBR) of these β-Ga2O3 rectifiers without edge termination was a function of the diode diameter, being in the range of 920–1016 V (average value from 25 diodes was 975 ± 40 V, with 10 of the diodes over 1 kV) for diameters of 105 μm and consistently 810 V (810 ± 3 V for 22 diodes) for a diameter of 210 μm. The Schottky barrier height decreased from 1.1 at 25 °C to 0.94 at 100 °C, while the ideality factor increased from 1.08 to 1.28 over the same range. The figure-of-merit (VBR2/Ron), where Ron is the on-state resistance (∼6.7 mΩ cm2), was approximately 154.07 MW·cm−2 for the 105 μm diameter diodes. The reverse recovery time was 26 ns for switching from +5 V to −5 V. These results represent another impressive advanc.
The Role of Salvage Radical Prostatectomy in Patients with Radiation-Resistant Prostate Cancer

Simple Summary Prostate cancer affects one out of every eight men over the course of their lifetimes, and recurrence of the disease after initial cancer treatment occurs in almost one-third of men. The aim of our review was to assess the role of salvage radical prostatectomy in patients with prostate cancer recurrence after initial treatment with radiotherapy. Outcome data demonstrate that radical prostatectomy has oncologic benefits, although it incurs several intraoperative and postoperative functional risks including rectal injury, erectile dysfunction, and incontinence. Given that there is no clinical consensus on which management approach is superior for patients with localized prostate cancer recurrence, this review provides evidence that radical prostatectomy offers meaningful cancer control and should be considered for select patients with radiation-resistant disease. Abstract There are multiple treatment strategies for patients with localized prostate adenocarcinoma. In intermediate- and high-risk patients, external beam radiation therapy demonstrates effective long-term cancer control rates comparable to radical prostatectomy. In patients who opt for initial radiotherapy but have a local recurrence of their cancer, there is no unanimity on the optimal salvage approach. The lack of randomized trials comparing surgery to other local salvage therapy or observation makes it difficult to ascertain the ideal management. A narrative review of existing prospective and retrospective data related to salvage radical prostatectomy after radiation therapy was undertaken. Based on retrospective and prospective data, post-radiation salvage radical prostatectomy confers oncologic benefits, with overall survival ranging from 84 to 95% at 5 years and from 52 to 77% at 10 years. Functional morbidity after salvage prostatectomy remains high, with rates of post-surgical incontinence and erectile dysfunction ranging from 21 to 93% and 28 to 100%, respectively. Factors associated with poor outcomes after post-radiation salvage prostatectomy include preoperative PSA, the Gleason score, post-prostatectomy staging, and nodal involvement. Salvage radical prostatectomy represents an effective treatment option for patients with biochemical recurrence after radiotherapy, although careful patient selection is important to optimize oncologic and functional outcomes.
An Immune-Related Gene Signature for Predicting Survival and Immunotherapy Efficacy in Esophageal Adenocarcinoma

Background Immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) therapy has attracted wide attention in the treatment of malignant tumors. This study was designed to build a prognostic model based on immune-related genes for esophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC). Material/Methods The expression of immune-related differentially-expressed genes (IRDEGs) between EAC and normal samples from The Cancer Genome Atlas database was analyzed. Univariate and multivariate Cox regressions were used to identify the prognostic IRDEGs and construct an immune-related gene signature (IRGS) to predict the overall survival (OS) of EAC patients. Then, the molecular mechanisms and immune characteristics were comprehensively analyzed. Results A total of 111 IRDEGs were obtained from the weighted gene co-expression network analysis. Univariate Cox regression analysis showed that 12 IRDEGs (P<0.05 for all) were linked with OS in the EAC patients. Four genes were used to construct the IRGS based on the multivariate Cox regression analysis. Patients in the high-risk group showed worse OS than those in the low-risk group (P<0.001). A high-risk score was related to DNA replication relevant pathways, an increase in mutation rate, and an increase in activated mast cell infiltration. Patients with high-risk scores had lower tumor immune dysfunction and exclusion scores (P<0.001). Conclusions IRDEGs may be involved in the progression of EAC. The high-risk group is more suitable for immunotherapy, which may provide a reference value for the treatment of clinical EAC patients. Therefore, it is possible to identify the patients who are better suited for ICI therapy.
Mixing of the fluid phase in slowly sheared particle suspensions of cylinders

We introduce a finite element model for neutrally buoyant particle suspensions of cylinders at zero Reynolds number and infinite Péclet number in the purely hydrodynamic limit, which allows us to access a high-accuracy fluid velocity field at any time during the simulation. We use the diffusive strip method to characterize the development of the concentration field in the fluid phase of sheared suspensions from initial thin filaments, and characterize the structures that form with their fractal dimension. We find that the growth of the fractal dimension of the filaments scales with the increase of mean square displacement in the fluid phase. Further, we measure the concentration distribution of tracers in the fluid phase, as well as the shear-induced self-diffusion coefficient in both the solid phase and the fluid phase. We demonstrate that the shear-induced self-diffusion coefficient is slightly larger in the fluid phase at infinite Péclet number. Finally, we investigate enhanced mass diffusivity in the fluid phase by systematic measurements of the shear-induced self-diffusion coefficient in the fluid phase for a wide range of fluid tracer Péclet numbers. We find that the functional dependence $D_{s}/D=1+\unicode[STIX]{x1D6FD}\unicode[STIX]{x1D719}^{\unicode[STIX]{x1D6FC}}Pe^{\unicode[STIX]{x1D701}}$ (where $D_{s}$ is the shear-induced self-diffusion coefficient, $D$ is the molecular diffusivity and $\unicode[STIX]{x1D719}$ is the particle volume fraction) fits the observations fairly well. We measure the constants $\unicode[STIX]{x1D6FD}=2.98\pm 0.39$ , $\unicode[STIX]{x1D6FC}=1.61\pm 0.26$ and $\unicode[STIX]{x1D701}=0.900\pm 0.031$ .
Physical parameters of the Algol system BP Muscae from simultaneous analysis of Geneva 7-colour light curves

The semi-detached eclipsing binary system BP Muscae has been analysed using the Wilson-Devinney program. Light curves have been obtained in the Geneva 7-colour photometric system, and radial velocity curves for both components have been measured with the spectrograph Coralie. The physical and orbital parameters have been determined through a self-consistent simultaneous solution of light curves in seven colours and of the radial velocity curves of both components. The absolute elements of the components are, for the primary (mass gainer), $M_1 = 2.40 \pm 0.01~M_{\odot}$, $R_1 = 2.64 \pm 0.01~R_{\odot}$, $M_{\rm bol_1} = 0.66 \pm 0.04$, $T_{\rm eff_1} = 9180 \pm 90$ K, and for the secondary (mass loser), $M_2 = 0.68 \pm 0.01~M_{\odot}$, $R_2 = 3.76~R_{\odot}$, $M_{\rm bol_2} = 2.40 \pm 0.08$, $T_{\rm eff_2} = 5160 \pm 90$ K. The semi-major axis A of the relative orbit is $13.617 \pm 0.019~R_{\odot}$. The spectral type of the components are A0.5/1.5 V (primary) and about G5 III. The distance to BP Mus is evaluated as $562 \pm 17$ pc, and the colour excess E[B2-V1] as $0.220 \pm 0.014$.
Paraoxonase/Arylesterase Activity of Serum Paraoxonase-1 and Schizophrenia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

The presence of a pro-oxidant state in patients with schizophrenia may account for the increased risk of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease in this group and supports the potential utility of circulating biomarkers of oxidative stress for risk stratification and management. We investigated this issue by conducting a systematic review and meta-analysis of the association between the circulating concentrations of paraoxonase-1, an antioxidant calcium-dependent high-density lipoprotein (HDL)-associated esterase, with paraoxonase and arylesterase activity in schizophrenia. We searched electronic databases from inception to 31 May 2023 for studies investigating paraoxonase-1 in patients with schizophrenia and healthy controls and assessed the risk of bias and the certainty of evidence (PROSPERO registration number: CRD42023435442). Thirteen studies were identified for analysis. There were no significant between-group differences in paraoxonase (standard mean difference, SMD = 0.12, 95% CI −0.23 to 0.48, p = 0.50; extremely low certainty of evidence) or arylesterase activity (SMD = −0.08, 95% CI −0.39 to 0.23, p = 0.61; very low certainty of evidence). However, in meta-regression and subgroup analysis we observed significant associations between the SMD of paraoxonase and age (p = 0.003), HDL–cholesterol (p = 0.029), and study country (p = 0.04), and the SMD of arylesterase and age (p = 0.007), body mass index (p = 0.012), HDL–cholesterol (p = 0.002), and pharmacological treatment for schizophrenia (p < 0.001). In the absence of overall between-group differences, our systematic review and meta-analysis suggests that alterations in paraoxonase-1 may reflect a pro-oxidant state in specific subgroups of patients with schizophrenia that require further assessment in appropriately designed studies.