Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Population structure of loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta) nesting in the southeastern United States inferred from mitochondrial DNA sequences and microsatellite loci

The loggerhead sea turtle Caretta caretta is a globally threatened species. The southeastern United States of America (USA) nesting assemblage is one of the two primary loggerhead rookeries in the world and the largest in the Atlantic. Determining the stock structure within this nesting aggregation is important for defining management units and providing baseline data for mixed stock analyses of foraging aggregations and stranded turtles. I conducted molecular analyses utilizing mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) sequence and newly developed microsatellite primers on samples collected from nine sample sites from North Carolina to the Florida panhandle to characterize the population structure of rookeries comprising the southeastern USA nesting assemblage. Pairwise comparisons of mtDNA haplotype frequencies among eight sample sites utilizing genetic distance-based and frequency-based models suggested significant structure among most sites tested in Florida. Pairwise F-statistics and R-statistics revealed no significant nuclear allele frequency differences among any of the nine sample sites. This pattern of complex population structure may be attributable to migrationmediated gene flow among nesting beaches that are discrete by virtue of female nest site fidelity. However, pairwise tests of genotypic frequency divergence did suggest shallow but significant differences between Georgia and Florida sites and South Carolina and Florida sites, consistent with the segregation of northern subpopulation and Florida loggerheads on foraging grounds supported by carapace epibiont and tagging studies. Analysis of molecular variance (AMOVA) and pairwise comparisons suggested that the currently designated south Florida management unit may be comprised of multiple management units. More extensive geographical sampling is required to make more robust inferences about the integrity and boundaries of management units. Index words: loggerhead sea turtle, Caretta caretta, population structure, mitochondrial DNA, microsatellites Population structure of loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta) nesting in the southeastern United States inferred from mitochondrial DNA sequences and microsatellite loci
Pathways among Self-esteem, Marital Instability, and Depression: A Personality-Relationship Transactional Perspective

Guided by the dynamic-transaction model of health, the current study investigated how the interplay between self-esteem and marital instability affects future depressive symptoms. Based on longitudinal data, the present study demonstrated that higher self-esteem was associated with lower marital instability, thus decreasing the likelihood of depressive symptoms. At the same time, an unstable marital relationship was related to lower levels of self-esteem, which in turn increased depressive symptoms. Thus, the results of the current study provided preliminary evidence regarding the effects of the personality-relationship transaction on depressive symptoms. In addition, the prospective associations between personality-relationship transaction and depressive symptoms was not parallel for husbands and wives. For husbands, the indirect pathway from marital instability to their own depressive symptoms via self-esteem was significant. For wives, the indirect pathway from self-esteem to their own depressive symptoms via marital instability was significant. Theoretical implications and future directions for research are discussed.
Self-Reported Psychosocial Stress in Parents With Small Children.

BACKGROUND Psychosocial stress in early childhood can impair children's health and development. Data on the prevalence of psychosocial stress in families with infants and toddlers in Germany are lacking. Such data could be used to determine the need for prevention and to plan the appropriate preventive measures. METHODS In 2015, a representative cross-sectional study called Kinder in Deutschland- KiD 0-3 was conducted by questionnaire in pediatricians' practices across Germany. Parents taking their children to the U3-U7a child development checks were asked to self-report information about stress in their families. The data were analyzed with descriptive statistics and chi-square tests. RESULTS Data from 7549 families went into the analysis. Stressful situations commonly reported by the parents included unplanned pregnancy (21.3%), parenthoodrelated stress (e.g., self-doubt as to parenting competence, 29.6%), and lack of familial and social support for problems and questions arising in relation to the child, as well as for temporary child care (19.7%). Most types of psychosocial stress varied as a function of the child's age group, as categorized by the particular examination for which the child was presenting at the time of the survey (U3-U7a). Couple distress, lack of social support, signs of depression or anxiety symptoms, or inner anger were more commonly reported by parents attending the later examina - tions. Such problems could be addressed by supportive measures (e.g., parent counseling, early child intervention). CONCLUSION Psychosocial stress affects a large percentage of the parents of small children. A large proportion of parents of small children suffer from psychosocial stress. This should be monitored for accumulation and stability across child development checks and addressed as appropriate. Family practitioners and pediatricians are important partners for effective cooperation between the social system and the health-care system, and for the provision of preventive measures where appropriate.
A new multi-criteria method for the ecological assessment of lakes: A case study from the Transboundary Biosphere Reserve ‘West Polesie’ (Poland)

A new multi-criteria method of evaluation and assessment of the ecological status of lakes is proposed. It is based on macrophytes analysis integrated with geomorphological, landscape and catchment sources of threats. A total of 22 lakes in the Transboundary Biosphere Reserve ‘West Polesie’ (Poland) were investigated along trophic (available nutrients) and human pressure gradients, testing the proposed method with ESMI and TRS indices. Therefore, the present indexation included 22 criteria ( i.e., catchment land use, phytolittoral area, number of plant species) concerning three different assessing zones (lakeshore, littoral and surrounding area), and provided a five-class ecological classification. The proposed index, in addition to the general ecological conditions assessment of lakes, allows to point out a zonal evaluation, identifying the most critic zones in terms of ecological status. The proposed method can be universally adapted for any type of lakes, regardless of their geographical characteristics. It can be applied to system monitoring, and to support lakes biodiversity, functionality, conservation, restoration, water protection and uses, as well as water, territory and landscape management actions.
The Role of MHC System in COVID-19 Susceptibility: A Qualitative Review of Current Literature

Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) is a novel pandemic caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV2). It presents with wide variations in disease severity, and certain populations appear to be more susceptible than others. The mechanisms of such heterogeneity in disease presentation and susceptibility are largely unclear, and this review article aims to examine the existing evidence for the involvement of the human Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) system, which is also known as the Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) system, as potential effectors of such heterogeneity. We critically examined peer-reviewed case-control, cohort, and in-silico studies, and classified HLA class 1 and 2 alleles into risk and protective alleles based on existing evidence. Furthermore, we summarized the relationship between HLA-DR expression and COVID-19 pathophysiology based on functional studies. We postulate that the identification of HLA alleles that confer risk or protection for COVID19 will not only shed light on understanding disease epidemiology but will also help to guide vaccine development and predict vaccine efficacy across populations. [N A J Med Sci. 2020;1(1):032-038. DOI: 10.7156/najms.2020. 1301032] Key Words : SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19, human leukocyte antigen, major histocompatibility complex
The Effect of an Empowerment Training Program on the Difficulty of the Transition to Parenthood and Parenting Stress: A Quasi-Experimental Study among Iranian Primiparous Women

Background: The process of becoming a mother is one of the most satisfying and fulfilling events in women's lives. Maternity for the first time can be stressful and also can increase anxiety in women. Objectives: The present study aimed to determine the effect of an empowerment training program on the difficulty of transitioning to parenting as well as parenting stress of primiparous mothers. Methods: The sample of this quasi-experimental study consisted of 78 primiparous women who were selected due to convenient sampling. Participants completed the demographic, difficulty in transition to parenting, and parenting stress questionnaires before and after the study. The participants received four training sessions (the first session was face to face at 3-5 days after childbirth and subsequent training sessions were conducted by telephone at 2, 4, and 6 weeks postpartum) based on the self-efficacy model. Results: The mean age of the participants in the study was 27.012 ± 4.99 years. The results of the Wilcoxon test showed that training significantly reduced parenting difficulty (P value = 0.0001, z = -7.626) and parental stress (P value = 0.0001, z = -7.50). The mean score of parenting difficulty decreased from 97.02 ± 17.34 to 81.65 ± 15.45, and the mean parental stress score decreased from 80.08 ± 22.53 to 61.13 ± 12.20. The results also indicated that education in all four domains (responsibility and commitment, satisfaction, self-esteem, and personal commitment) significantly reduced the difficulty of the transition to parenting (P value = 0.0001). According to the results, training has also been effective in reducing the difficulty of transitioning to parenting in terms of maternal concerns, enjoyment, change in life, new challenges of mother’s postpartum feeling. Conclusions: The outcomes of the present study highlight the effectiveness of empowerment training on the difficulty of the transition to parenting as well as parenting stress in primiparous mothers.
Green HRM and psychological safety: how transformational leadership drives follower’s job satisfaction

ABSTRACT Prior research highlighted the significance of transformational leadership in predicting important job outcomes using different mechanisms. However, psychological safety and pro-environmental behaviour received considerable less attention in the hospitality industry. Drawing on social exchange theory and supplies-values fit theory, we investigated the effect of transformational leadership on follower’s job satisfaction via psychological safety and green human resource management (GHRM) practices in hospitality organizations. We collected time-lagged survey data from hotels employees in Malaysia. Moreover, we tested the data using Mplus. We found support for the direct effect of transformational leadership on job satisfaction. In addition, we found support for the indirect effects of transformational leadership on job satisfaction via psychological safety and GHRM. We discussed the implications of the study in the hospitality industry.
Chironomidae collected in onchocerciasis endemic areas of Guatemala (Insecta, Diptera)

Fifty-three species of chironomid midges which were previously unknown from Guatemala are recorded. Chironomus gualtenmlticus Cockerell is designated as a nomen dubium. Thirty-four new species are described: Larsia fittkaui, Larsia reissi, Parainerina fasciata, Pentaneura vittaria, Coryiuvieurn ferelobatiis, C. lürvenojai, Cricotopiis lavadews, Cricotopiis riiiavi, Limnophyes guatemalensis, Limnophyes marine, Metriocnenius costatus, Mctriocnonus lautus, Metriocueiinis inrgatiis, Thienemmüella medialis, Clüro)wmus wudkeri, Chinvwmus joiimariini, Chironomus rincon, Einfeidia atiilanensis, Endotribelos albatum, Endotrihelos grodhaiisi, Poli/pedilum microzoster, Polypedilum corniger, Poh/pedihim clavistylus, Polypedilum epomis, Polypedilum luteopedis, Polypedilum obelos, Xestocbironomus anlcylis, Micropsectra atitlajiensis, Rheota)iytarsus hamatus, Caladomyia pistra, Tanytarsus capitatus, Tanytarsus guatemalensis, Tanytarsus hastatus, and Tanytarsus pandus. Hudsonimyia Roback, 1979 is here considered a subgenus of Pentaneura (status novum). Thus, two new combinations are given: Pentaneura karelena (Roback) and Pentaneura parrisbi (Caldwell & Soponis). Pentaneura inyoensis now has a new status as a member of the subgenus. Thienemanniella sanctivincenta Saether, 1981 is listed as a junior synonym of Thienemanniella spreta (Roback, 1962). Cladopelma forcipis (Rempel, 1939) is a new combination with Chironomus (Cryptochironomus) boydi Beck, 1962 as a junior synonym. Cricotopus remus (Sublette, 1964) is given as a junior synonym of Cricotopus sylvestris (F.).
Corruption VS Entrepreneurship In Developing Countries

The importance of entrepreneurship as a driver of economic development cannot be denied. Nevertheless, developing countries suffer from unsatisfactory entrepreneurship level, partially explained the low economic growth. Given the main attribute of developing countries, which is highly corrupted, this study empirically investigates the effect of corruption on entrepreneurship in 48 developing countries from 2008-2016. By using Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) estimator, the results show that an increase in corruption will promote more new business start-ups suggesting that in highly corrupted countries, potential entrepreneurs may observe that the only way to start a business is to bribe government officers to get licenses, permits and business approval. Therefore, a proactive role of government in effectively reducing and eventually eliminating corruption to create a more conducive environment for entrepreneurs to grow up is very critical.
Hydroxychloroquine-Induced Hyperpigmentation: A Case Report

Antimalarial agents, including chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, have been used for the treatment of various rheumatoid diseases and skin diseases because of their anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating properties. Cutaneous adverse effects such as exacerbation of psoriasis, pruritus, and hyperpigmentation have been reported as side-effects of antimalarial drugs. In this case, we report a middle-aged man with a history of rheumatoid arthritis who was treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and hydroxychloroquine. He complainedof hyperpigmentation of the face after one year of initiating the hydroxychloroquine. It was discontinued and methotrexate was started. Skin biopsy was confirmed drug reaction. Aftermore than 10 years of follow up, his skin discoloration had not been improved.
Predicting the risk of non-target damage to a close relative of a target weed using sequential no-choice tests, paired-choice tests and olfactory discrimination experiments

ABSTRACT We investigated host-plant utilisation by the candidate biocontrol agent Paradibolia coerulea (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) on the target plant Spathodea campanulata Beauv. (Bignoniaceae) and a closely related non-target plant, Kigelia africana (Lam.) Benth. (Bignoniaceae). Paired-choice and sequential no-choice experiments were performed and coupled with olfactory discrimination experiments to test the insects’ responses to volatiles from both plant species as well as to cues from conspecific beetles. Although K. africana was utilised by P. coerulea, S. campanulata was preferred for both adult feeding and oviposition. Interestingly, whereas females were attracted to olfactory cues emitted by S. campanulata, males demonstrated no such olfactory discrimination. Females were also attracted to cues deposited by males, and males were deterred by cues from other males, but neither sex responded to female olfactory cues. Very few eggs were recorded on K. africana and none of the larvae that hatched on K. africana survived the first instar. Both S. campanulata and K. africana are suitable for adult feeding, but persistent utilisation of K. africana in the field is unlikely because larval development is only possible on S. campanulata and because the adult females are strongly attracted to volatiles emitted by the target plant. Nevertheless, if P. coerulea is released as a biocontrol agent, spill-over adult feeding could potentially occur on K. africana growing sympatrically with S. campanulata. Because P. coerulea cannot complete its development on K. africana, non-target damage will only occur where the target plant is present, with an intensity dependent on densities of adult beetles locally.
Role of RASA1 in cancer: A review and update

Ras p21 protein activator 1 (RASA1) is a regulator of Ras GDP and GTP and is involved in numerous physiological processes such as angiogenesis, cell proliferation, and apoptosis. As a result, RASA1 also contributes to pathological processes in vascular diseases and tumour formation. This review focuses on the role of RASA1 in multiple tumours types in the lung, intestines, liver, and breast. Furthermore, we discuss the potential mechanisms of RASA1 and its downstream effects through Ras/RAF/MEK/ERK or Ras/PI3K/AKT signalling. Moreover, miRNAs are capable of regulating RASA1 and could be a novel targeted treatment strategy for tumours.
Association between Oral Error Corrections of University Teacher and English Majorsâ€™ Language Anxiety in Philippine Higher Education Context

This study sought to answer the question on the level of English language anxiety in the ESL and mainstream classrooms of 61 total number of English major students utilizing the 20-item self-assessment questionnaire of English Language Anxiety Scale (ELAS) developed by Pappamihiel (2002). Actual one-hour footage of classroom was documented through a MONACORR audio-recorder, thrice with each teacher. The recorder was given to one of the teachers’ students without knowledge for the authenticity of their oral corrections. After having identified the existing oral error corrections by the English teachers through audio-recording, a self-made questionnaire was answered by the students to find what is the rate of occurrence of the identified oral error correction styles. The frequency count, weighted mean, and Chi-square tests were the statistical tools used to answer the problems posed in this study. Findings divulged after the transcription, teachers were only utilizing elicitation, explicit correction, recast, and repetition. Moreover, students perceived that elicitation oral error correction type is often used while explicit correction, recast, and repetition are only used sometimes by their English teachers. Meanwhile, ELAS results indicate levels of language anxiety in the ESL classes and mainstream, although language anxiety is significantly higher in ESL classes. As to correlation, it was found out that the rate of occurrence of explicit correction, recast, and repetition as perceived by ESL English major students of their English teachers’ oral error correction types have no significant relationships to their English language anxiety. This study suggests that oral error correction has nothing to do with the English language anxiety of English major students and that English teachers shall retain the practice of the oral error correction for it does not give high level of learners’ anxiety in learning English.
Assessing ADHD Symptoms among Young Adults in the University with the ASRS v1.1: Examining Associations with Social Anxiety and Self-Efficacy

ABSTRACT Background Students with ADHD symptoms in post-secondary settings often go undiagnosed which can contribute to challenges for their overall academic success. The objectives of this study were twofold: (1) examine results of the ADHD Adult Self-Report Scale (ASRS-v1.1, Part A) comparing ADHD symptoms to self-report diagnosis and (2) analyse the association of self-efficacy and anxiety for subjects who scored 4 or more on the ASRS-v1.1. Methods A sample of 553 students from a university in southern United States was analysed. The ASRS-v1.1, Part A, six items from the Global Self-efficacy Scale, and two subscales of 6 items each from the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Index were used. Results Participants with a score of 4 or higher on the ASRSv1.1, Part A represented symptomology associated with Adult ADHD. ANOVA results showed participants in the group with 4 or more reported lower self-efficacy and higher scores on the anxiety measures. The OLS regression results also indicated ASRS scores were positively associated with the outcomes.
Synthesis of Uniformly Excited Concentric Ring Arrays by the Strategy of Partial Density Tapering and the Algorithm of Differential Evolution

A new strategy of density tapering called the partial density tapering (PDT) accompanied with the algorithm of differential evolution (DE) is proposed to suppress the peak sidelobe level (PSL) of uniform excited concentric ring arrays (UECRA) with isotropic elements. Through performing the PDT, a sound starting solution for DE can be generated. Then, the ring filling factor (RFF) is introduced so that the optimization of the number of elements can be transformed into the optimization of RFFs within the tapered thresholds, and thereby the real coding can be directly used with respect to the consideration of parallel encoding strategy. Finally, the UECRA featuring improved PSL performance can be obtained by limited runs of conventional DE. Several numerical instances for UECRA, with aperture sizes ranging from small to large scale, confirmed the outperformance of the proposed method.
maximally attained lung function -174G/C SNP and IL6 Association between the

we hypothesised that theIL6-174G/C single nucleotide polymorphism(SNP) might not only affect the rate of lungfunction decline but also the maximallyattainable value at around the age of 25. Weinvestigated this hypothesis in young adultsrecruited from the East Flanders ProspectiveTwinSurvey.Reproducibleprebronchodilatorlung function measurements according tointernational standards