Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Relationship between Air Traffic Demand, Safety and Complexity in High-Density Airspace in Europe

Air traffic performance of the European air traffic system depends not only on traffic demand but also on airspace structure and its traffic distribution. These structural (airspace structure) and flow characteristics (factors such as traffic volume, climbing/descending traffic, mix of aircraft type, military area activity) influence airspace complexity, which can affect controller workload and influence the probability of safety occurrence. In other words, all these dynamic and static complexity components can potentially have an impact upon the safety of the air traffic management (ATM) system. Having in mind fluctuation in traffic on daily, seasonal or annual level in certain airspace, a few questions arise: How changes in traffic demand influence complexity and conflict risk? Is there any correlation between traffic demand, conflict risk and complexity? Are there any differences between seasons? For that purpose, an investigation is performed on FAB Europe Central (FABEC) airspace, based on two weeks of operated traffic during the summer and winter of 2017. Air traffic complexity is estimated using the EUROCONTROL complexity metrics, while conflict risk is assessed using the conflict risk assessment simulation tool. Results show that certain positive relationship exists between traffic demand, conflict risk and complexity.
Prevalence and associated risk factors of fasciolosis and paraphistomosis in sheep in and around Batu town

A cross sectional study was conducted from November, 2015 to April, 2016 in an around Batu town, East shoa Zone Oromia regional State, Ethiopia. A total of 384 fecal samples from Sheep were collected and examined. Out of this 105 sheep (27.3%) were found to be infected at least by one parasite species. Among a total of 384 examined sheep fecal samples, 86 samples were found positive for Fasciola eggs with an overall prevalence of 22.4%. The prevalence of fasciolosis recorded in the four Peasant Associations (PAs) were 18.8%, 25%, 29.2% and16.7% in Edo Kontola,WorjaWoshgula and Batu respectively. In this study ovine fasciolosis shows statistically significant difference on age, body condition and history of deworming (p<0.05). The difference in Peasant Associations and sex were not statistically significant (p>0.05). Out of 384 coprological examinations, the prevalence of Paramphistomosis was 8.6%, whereas prevalence of paraphistomosis recorded in the four Peasant Associations (PAs) were 8.3% 8.3%, 12.5% and5.2% in Edo Kontola,Worja-Woshgula and Batu respectively. The prevalence of paraphistomosis was not statistically significant in sex, history of deworming (p>0.05). The difference in prevalence among age, body condition was statistically significant. (p<0.05). The coinfestation of two parasites was tried to be seen and their prevalence were 4%, 4%, and 2% in Edo kontola, Worja-Woshgula and Batu respectively. Prevalence of co-infection were statistically insignificant in relation to peasant association, sex and dewormed history of animals (P >0.05). The prevalence of co-infestation statistically significant difference based on age and body condition animals (p<0.05). The relative high prevalence indicated lack of strategic control measures against the diseases and related to the wide marsh areas at grazing site of animals. Strategic anthelmintic treatment with appropriate drugs and reduction in the risk of infection should be upgraded among society.
Space use in territorial and non-territorial male Calopteryx splendens (Odonata: Calopterygidae)

In Calopteryx damselflies male territorial and non-territorial alternative mating tactics are identified. Territorial males are believed to secure more copulation. With increasing age, males starve and become non-territorial that only occasionally manage to copulate. However, space use of territorial and non-territorial males is not known in detail. We present the data on space use of individually marked male Calopteryx splendens (Harris, 1780), obtained during two field seasons in Vladimir Oblast, Russia. Each damselfly was captured, marked and the wing length was measured. During observation sessions of 2–4 hours per day, each male was characterised as either territorial or non-territorial and encounter locations were mapped. The probability of being territorial declines with the male’s age. Territorial vs non-territorial tactic in a given day strongly influences tactic retention on the next day. We identified the territorial and non-territorial phases in the life of a male, which occur consequently and have roughly similar duration. We define the territorial phase as all days until the last record of a male as a territorial individual. The subsequent days were defined as the non-territorial phase. During the territorial stage, males may (1) occupy a single territory; (2) be non-territorial in some of the days and then return to his previous territory or (3) after staying within a certain territory for several days change it and occupy another territory on the next day or several days later. The transition from the territorial to the nonterritorial phase is gradual. It may suggest this transition caused by exhaustion. Thus, space use changes predictably during the life of a male. Characteristics of individual lifetime trajectory − number of days when the male was recorded as territorial, number of territories occupied, etc. − did not depend on wing length. Further key words. Dragonfly, damselfly, Zygoptera, behaviour, Russia.
Review of the biogeography of Artemia Leach, 1819 (Crustacea: Anostraca) in Argentina

review of the biogeography of Artemia in Argentina is here presented. There are two species of Artemia in this country: A. franciscana, widely distributed throughout the Americas and the Caribbean, and A. persimilis with a more restricted distribution in southern South America. In Argentina A. franciscana is located between 24°S (Chaco Province) and 35° S (Buenos Aires Province), approximately; A. persimilis, from 36° (La Pampa Province) to 51° S (Santa Cruz Province), approximately, although the southernmost record of the species corresponds to Laguna de los Cisnes (53° 15’S), in the Chilean Tierra del Fuego. Several evidences in the population of Las Tunas (Córdoba Province) suggest the presence of some degree of hybridization and/or introgression in the border strip between the distribution areas of the two species. Temperature is considered as a main factor in the determination of the present geographic distribution of both species in this country. A. franciscana and A. persimilis are widely regarded as endemic species to the Americas. However, in recent decades, A. franciscana was intentionally introduced or has unintentionally invaded several countries of the New and the Old World, mainly associated with aquaculture practices. Two African populations recently assigned to A. franciscana suggest other events of anthropogenic introduction, or raise the hypothesis that the original geographic distribution of this species was not only restricted to the Americas. On the other hand, A. persimilis was described based on specimens from the Argentinean population of Salinas Grandes de Hidalgo (La Pampa Province) and from the Italian population of Saline di San Bartolomeo (Cagliari, Sardinia). A. persimilis co-occurred with A. salina in the later location, but the presence of the first species would have been rare, and at present, the Italian biotope no longer exists. The preliminary assignation of a population from the Peruvian Altiplano to A. persimilis within the latitudinal distribution range of A. franciscana and the presence of several Artemia high-altitude populations (above 4,500 m) in the Altiplano of Peru, Bolivia, Chile and in the Puna of Argentina, could lead to an interesting question. Perhaps in the past, A. persimilis would have A Cohen, Int. J. Artemia Biology, 2012, Vol 2, No 1: 9-23 Int. J. Artemia Biology, 2012, Vol 2, No 1: 9-23 10 retreated to cooler areas at higher altitudes and latitudes, leaving isolated populations in several Andean enclaves. Meanwhile, A. franciscana would have extended its range southward, reaching and occupying more temperate environments.
Germination Phase Screening of Insert Mutant Rice Carrying Activation-Tagging

Insert mutation is a method in the functional genomics analysis, using Ac and Ds transposable elements that capable of transposing genes in plant genome, including rice. Using such method, it is possible to identify functional genes, such as abiotic stress tolerance genes in rice plant. The objectives of this research were to screen activated-tag mutant rice for tolerance to salinity stress. Seventy-five lines were chosen from a 1,000 fast screening experiment to identify mutant responsive to salinity stress. The mutant was validated in three screening batches (A, B and C) at germinating stage in Yoshida solution containing 200g/L NaCl. Three potential tolerant mutants, with the highest vigor index were identified from each batch. Insertion analysis of the nine mutants showed that the activator/dissociation (Ac/Ds) elements were still present in the genome, based on the bar and hpt marker genes as identified from the positive PCR.
A 60-Gb/s PAM4 Wireline Receiver with 2-Tap Direct Decision Feedback Equalization Employing Track-and-Regenerate Slicers in 28-nm CMOS

This paper describes a 4-level pulse-amplitude modulation (PAM4) wireline receiver incorporating a continuous time linear equalizer (CTLE) and a 2-tap direct decision feedback equalizer (DFE). A track-and-regenerate CMOS slicer is proposed and employed in the PAM4 receiver. The reduced delay of the proposed slicer and its full-swing outputs allow the implementation of 2-tap direct decision-feedback equalization at 60-Gb/s with improved energy efficiency and area requirements. Fabricated in 28-nm CMOS technology, the PAM4 receiver achieved BER better than 1E-12 at 60-Gb/s with 1.1 pJ/b energy efficiency measured over a channel of 8.2dB loss at Nyquist rate.
Neuroscience and Peer Relations

Humans are deeply social beings. Some argue this is the essential characteristic of our species and the primary reason for the large human brain. One of the most fascinating changes in human social development is the shift in focus from family to peers that starts in late childhood and extends through adolescence (Bukowski, Laursen, & Rubin, Chapter 1, this volume; Rubin, Bukowski, & Bowker, 2015). During this phase, social behavior transitions from peer-focused play to extensive integration into social groups with complex peer relations (Nelson, Jarcho, & Guyer, 2016). This shift is accompanied by the adolescent drive to spend more time with friends, weigh peer opinions more heavily, and focus on fitting in, yet standing out, in a new social milieu (Brown & Larson, 2009). Decades of research show how powerfully peer-related factors can support or compromise adolescent well-being (Bukowski et al., Chapter 1, this volume; Rubin et al., 2015). With this knowledge and an understanding that development unfolds as an interaction between biology and environment, neuroscience-based methods have been used increasingly in developmental and clinical science research to examine how peers “get into” the mind and brain. This area of neuroscience expands existing developmental research by elucidating neural mechanisms engaged by specific features of peer relations, social contexts, and social behavior. In turn, this approach extends theories of adolescent social development by providing new conceptual frameworks for the interplay between peer relations and brain maturation. The insights gained from neuroscience-based research on peers can also inform the design of interventions aimed at limiting the negative impact of peer influence on deviant behavior and substance use, or of experiences of bullying and victimization. Additionally, work in this area holds the promise of translation to clinical applications, which can be designed to treat youth suffering from disorders linked with compromised social development, including social anxiety, depression, and autism. The main goal of this chapter is to call attention to neuroscience research that has advanced the field toward a more integrative understanding of adolescent peer relations
EFFECT OF WATER MELON SEEDS EXTRACTS (Citrullus vulgaris) ON SPERMS IN DIABETIC RAT.

Citrullus vulgaris is an antioxidant and has been shown to reduce oxidative stress. Previous studies confirmed that antioxidants have essential effect on infertility through participating in reactive oxygen’s species. Chronic hyperglycemia is known to cause infertility in diabetes disease. Wistar male rats (n=40) were allocated into three groups: control group(n=10), Citrullus vulgaris seeds extract (CVE) group that received 55mg/kg by gavage method (n=10), and Diabetic group that received 55mg/kg (IP) streptozotocin (STZ) (n=20). The last group was subdivided into two groups of 10. STZ group and treatment group. Treatment group received 55mg/kg (IP) STZ plus 55mg/kg CVE, daily for 4weeks; however, the control group just received an equal volume of (0.9% NaCl) daily (gavage). Diabetes was induced by a single (IP) injection of streptozotocin (55mg/kg). Animals were kept in standard condition. In 28th day, 5cc bloodn sample was taken from every rat for biochemical analysis. Collecting epididymis tissues, they were prepared for sperm analysis by WHO method. In comparison to other groups, sperm parameters were significantly increased in groups that received 55mg/kg (CVE) (P<0.05). Since in our study, 55mg/kg (CVE) has substantially improving effect on sperm population, so it seems using it by infertile diabetic patients is of beneficial antioxidant effects. Key words: Citrullus vulgaris, Diabetes, Sperm, Rat.
From Theory to Practice. SDG Patterns Across the Globe

In the present paper SDGs patterns are defined in terms of the country performance on the Sustainable Development Goals Index provided by the United Nations Index and Dashboards. We use this index to analyze how sustainability, based on the average performance on the seventeen Sustainable Development Goals, has evolved during the last four years both at global and European level in order to explore whether any patterns emerge. Indeed, analysis indicates that the best performers are the Nordic countries which lead us to shift the attention to Europe and compare performance within Europe as well as with the global average level.
Prevalence of hypertension and pre-hypertension in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A survey done in recognition of World Hypertension Day, 2014

Background : Hypertension, the leading global risk factor for mortality and the third leading risk factor for disease burden, is an increasing public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa. This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of hypertension in an urban population of Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia in recognition of World Hypertension Day 2014. Methods : We performed a cross-sectional survey in May 2014 in 10 sub cities of Addis Ababa. Data were collected by trained clinical nurses and then entered into SPSS version 21 for analysis. Categorical data were analyzed univariately by χ2 tests. Logistic regression was used to identify independent factors associated with hypertension. Results : A total of 2716 adults were included in this study and the mean age is 36.9 +/-14.2 years with males (mean age 38 years) older than females (mean age 36 years). More than half (58.1%) were females. Six hundred and seventy seven (25%, (95% CI 23.4-26.7)) were found to have hypertension, 1/3rd of them had stage 2 hypertension. And 47.3% had prehypertension. Men had significantly higher prevalence than women (AOR 1.4 (1.2-1.7), P 65 years is 23 [95%CI: 14.0-37.4] compared to those under 25 years of age). Residents of sub cities in the inner part of Addis Ababa had significantly higher prevalence of hypertension. Conclusion : Findings of this study indicate high prevalence of hypertension and prehypertension among adult residents of Addis Ababa city. The prevalence was higher in males, from inner part of the city and increased with increasing age. With increasing urbanization, this is an alarm for public awareness creation, regular community screening for hypertension, and proper preventive and treatment measures in those with high blood pressure. Key words : Hypertension, prehypertension, prevalence, survey, Ethiopia. [Ethiop. J. Health Dev. 2015;29(1):22-30]
Future Prospects of Data Science in Corporate Social Responsibility in India Using in Business Intelligence

: Agile methodologies were introduced in 2001. Since this time, practitioners have applied Agile method-ologies to many delivery disciplines. This article explores the application of Agile methodologies and principles to business intelligence delivery and how Agile has changed with the evolution of business intelligence. Business intelligence has evolved because the amount of data generated through the internet and smart devices has grown exponentially altering how organizations and individuals use information. The practice of business intelligence delivery with an Agile methodology has matured; however, business intelligence has evolved altering the use of Agile principles and practices. The Big Data phenomenon, the volume, variety, and velocity of data, has impacted business intelligence and the use of information. New trends such as fast analytics and data science have emerged as part of business intelligence. This paper addresses how Agile principles and practices have evolved with business intelligence, as well as its challenges and future directions.
Effectiveness of Lactational Counseling on Breast Engorgement and Newborn Feeding Behavior among Primigravidae at Sri Ramachandra Hospital

1 II year M.Sc. (N) Student (2012-13), 2 Reader, 3 Lecturer Sri Ramachandra College of Nursing, Sri Ramachandra University, Porur, Chennai Corresponding Author Dr S. Rajeswari Reader, Faculty of Nursing, Sri Ramachandra University Email: rrajee@rediffmail.com Abstract This research study was to assess the effectiveness of the lactation counselling on breast engorgement and newborn feeding behaviour among primigraavidae at Sri Ramachandra Hospital. The research design chosen for the study was non equivalent quasi-experimental posttest control group design. Primigravidae who are admitted for safe confinement were the participants. Study group received lactation, whereas control group received the routine care from the health care professionals. Breast engorgement and new born feeding behaviour were assessed during first 3 days of postnatal period using breast engorgement assessment scale and new born feeding behaviour assessment tool respectively Data were analysed using standardized technique. The significant difference found on breast engorgement and newborn breastfeeding behaviour among primigravidae at p<0.001. Thus the study proved that the effectiveness of lactation counselling on the breast engorgement and the newborn breastfeeding technique among primigravidae.
RESEARCH Effects of TESTIN Gene Expression on Proliferation and Migration of the 5-8F Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Cell Line

Purpose: To investigate effects of the TESTIN (TES) gene on proliferation and migration of highly metastatic nasopharyngeal carcinoma cell line 5-8F and the related mechanisms. Materials and Methods: The target gene of human nasopharyngeal carcinoma cell line 5-8F was amplified by PCR and cloned into the empty plasmid pEGFP-N1 to construct a eukaryotic expression vector pEGFP-N1-TES. This was then transfected into 5-8F cells. MTT assays, flow cytometry and scratch wound tests were used to detect the proliferation and migration of transfected 5-8F cells. Results: A cell model with stable and high expression of TES gene was successfully established. MTT assays showed that the OD value of 5-8F/TES cells was markedly lower than that of 5-8F/GFP cells and 5-8F cells ( p <0.05). Flow cytometry showed that the apoptosis rate of 5-8F/TES cells was prominently increased compared with 5-8F/GFP cells and 5-8F cells ( p <0.05). In vitro scratch wound assays showed that, the width of the wound area of 5-8F/TES cells narrowed slightly, while the width of the wound area of 5-8F/ GFP cells and 5-8F cells narrowed sharply, suggesting that the TES overexpression could inhibit the migration ability. Conclusions: TES gene expression remarkably inhibits the proliferation of human nasopharyngeal carcinoma cell line 5-8F and reduces its migration in vitro . Thus, it may be a potential tumor suppressor gene for nasopharyngeal carcinoma.
Non-disruptive mutation in TP53 DNA-binding domain is a beneficial factor of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma

Background TP53 is frequently altered in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). However, the landscape of TP53 mutation and its effects on patients remain controversial. Methods Somatic mutations of TP53 in 161 patients with resectable ESCC were identified by next-generation sequencing (NGS) and verified by immunohistochemistry (IHC). Patients were stratified into seven TP53 mutations, and depending on the extent of the effect on the encoded protein, it was divided into “disruptive” and “non-disruptive” types. The association of TP53 mutation with clinicopathological properties and disease outcome was investigated. Results TP53 mutations were discovered in 85.7% patients, of which 68.9% carried mutations in the DNA-binding domain (DBD). A total of 47.8% and 37.9% patients had disruptive and non-disruptive TP53 mutations, respectively. Most patients carried only one TP53 mutation, but 15.5% had double mutations. TP53 mutations were dominant in exons 5 to 8. Missense mutation was the most frequent (97/163, 59.5%), and the top five frequently occurring variations included R273X, Y220X, H193, H179X, and R175H. Multivariable analysis revealed non-disruptive mutation in TP53 DBD as the independent prognostic predictor for progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS). The expression of p53 positively correlated with non-disruptive mutation in DBD. Patients with high p53 protein expression showed better outcomes. Conclusions Non-disruptive mutation in TP53 DBD serves as an independent beneficial prognostic factor of prolonged survival in resectable ESCC.
Splenic Tuberculosis in an Immunocompetent Individual: A Rare Diagnosis

Tuberculosis of the spleen is a rare clinical entity and only a few case reports have been published so far in immunocompetent individuals. We report a patient who presented with pain in left hypochondrium, loss of appetite and weight. Evaluation revealed low-grade evening pyrexia, positive PPD test, multiple hypoechoic lesions in the spleen on USG. Antitubercular therapy (HREZ) was administered and review after 2 months of therapy revealed weight gain (4 kg), resolution of pyrexia, improved appetite, and resolution of the hypoechoic lesions in the spleen.
Ravenscroft, Lydia (2018)Non-cognitive predictors of academic success: a self-determination and mental toughness perspective. Manchester

Associates and predictors of academic success have dominated educational enquiry, often investigating final grade outcomes. The current study aimed to investigate the prediction of grades and academic self-concept (ASC) using non-cognitive variables often associated with university performance. 135 participants completed questionnaires for Mental Toughness (MT), SelfDetermination (SD) and ASC alongside providing year one and two grades of undergraduate study. A 1x3 independent ANOVA was used to investigate developments of ASC, MT and SD across the degree, with multiple regression analyses used to predict grades and ASC. T-tests were used to investigate grade differences, alongside gender differences in all variables. While some MT and SD aspects did predict outcomes, ASC was unexpectedly influential when predicting grades. ASC increased significantly across the degree period, while grades, MT, and SDT did not. No MT or SD advantage or gender differences were found. Recommendation for further research into ASC prediction of grade outcome was made.