Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Aspiration cytology of popliteal lymph nodes as a diagnostic method of canine visceral leishmaniasis (CVL) in areas of socioeconomic vulnerability

Leishmaniasis is an endemic disease in Goiás and has high lethality owing to its high zoonotic potential. In dogs, the disease manifests based on the parasitic load, with clinical presentation as the starting for diagnosis. Diagnostic methods are used to confirm the disease, with emphasis on lymph node aspiration cytology, which is a high-standard technique owing to its low cost, ease of performance, and high specificity. The aim of this study was to demonstrate aspiration lymph node cytology as a diagnostic method for canine visceral leishmaniasis (CVL) in areas containing low-income populations with poor access to molecular tests. Three dogs with suspected CVL were studied at Veterinary Hospital of the Federal University of Jataí, in which popliteal lymph node cytology was performed, owing to easy access, and screening and confirmatory examinations were undertaken by the Central Public Health Laboratory. The results showed three positive animals in the cytology and only one positive in the other tests; therefore, there was the possibility of the occurrence of false negatives in serological tests given the time required for seroconversion. Thus, cytology is an important diagnostic technique in areas where molecular tests are not available.
Поведенческие аспекты принятия решений о выплатах собственникам : обзор исследований

The question of the significance of the payout policy in terms of value creation has been in the works for over 50 years now. These endeavors have led to the establishment of some classic theories that explain the different patterns in a company’s payout policy choices such as the signaling theory, the agency costs theory, the clientele theory and the catering theory. However, the results are not always consistent among different authors, which means that these theories cannot be used universally. Results vary widely among different samples and different time periods. The classic theories assume that all agents on the market are fully rational, which is rather unrealistic since an agent’s actions cannot always be explained by financial theories. These two facts led to the development of the behavioral explanation for the payout policy choice. This approach focuses on the behavioral characteristics of managers that are responsible for the decision-making process in the company. Thus, the payout policy, according to this approach, is considered to be a function of the behavioral characteristics of managers (overconfidence, optimism, risk preferences, etc.) rather than a function of the financial variables. The main difficulty here is how to measure the behavior of managers. This particular article reviews the research that covers the classic and modern theories of payout policy. This article covers the logic of the development of different views on the payout policy. The authors cover articles that test different theories, analyze the main results and conclusions, and investigate the reasons for the development of these theories. The main focus has been on the behavioral approach, which is considered to be the most fruitful direction for future research. The authors also cover the methodology of the existing papers, the variables that measure behavioral characteristics and the results.
Introducing an Enhanced Friction Model for Developing Inertia Welding Simulation: A Computational Solid Mechanics Approach

Friction welding is a solid-state welding process that generates heat through mechanical friction between workpieces in relative motion to one another, with the addition of a lateral force called "upset" to plastically displace and fuse the materials. One of the key problems during modeling solid-state welding processes is the implementation of the friction model. Coulomb friction model was proposed by researchers for computational solid mechanics (CSMs) modeling of the process, however this law is based on the sliding motion. Norton friction model is also proposed by others, while simplifications and limitations are caused in coincidence with reality. In this paper, Norton friction model is modified to be employed in a computational solid mechanics model of inertia welding. A continuous remeshing technique is used to avoid the mesh distortion problem. Consequently, successful prediction of the temperature distribution, thermal history, equivalent plastic deformation, axial shortening and stress distribution is made. The comparisons between the results of this study and the literature showed that implementing the proposed methodology leads to achieving high accuracy results.
Effect of biofloc system at different salinities and crude protein levels on water quality, growth performance, and survival rate of flathead grey mullet (Mugil cephalus).

The present trial was conducted to study the effects of C/N ratio to biofloc technology (BFT) at different salinities on water quality, growth performance, and economic feasibility of flathead grey mullet fingerling. BFT was in natural light (12:12h light: dark schedule) with concrete tanks (size 6m water), filled with underground marine and tab water, representing three salinities (fresh, brackish 15.5ppt, and saline 33ppt). Diets contains crude protein (20%, 24%) were applied under the biofloc system, two levels of C/N ratio through adding 60% starch of the produced daily diet. Two biofloc treatments under different salinity were managed. BFT ponds were aerated and agitated using an air blower. Forty-two fingerlings with an initial body weight of 10.89 ±0.12 g/fish of grey mullet were stocked in each pond. Feed was applied daily at 3% of the total fish biomass in each pond. Survival rates of the mullet were above 91%, with a significant (P≤0.05) difference for the brackish water with both (20%, 24% CP). Regarding growth performances of the grey mullet at the three salinities with 60% starch, the highest final body weight (FBW), weight gain (WG), and specific growth rate (SGR) values were recorded for fish reared in fresh and brackish water, respectively with no significant differences due to salinities or diets. Water quality parameters alternated between safe values except for nitrate, and no significant (P>0.05) difference was recorded for zooplankton counts. No significant effects of salinity on the mullet growth were recorded under BFT. Egyptian Journal for Aquaculture P-ISSN: 2090-7877 E-ISSN: 2636-3984 www.eja. journals.ekb. eg Elhetawy et al; 2021; 11 (1):41-67 DOI: 10.21608/eja.2021. 164670 Effect of biofloc system at different salinities and crude protein levels on. Mugil cephalus. 42 Keyword: grey mullet, BFT, C/N ratio, different salinities, growth performance.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PARAOXONASE-1 ACTIVITY AND LIPID MOBILISATION

Saanen goat is one of the highest milk-producing goat breeds and is greater than the other breeds of goats, has a high reproductive yield. The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between paraoxonase-1 (PON1) activity and lipid mobilisation in periparturient period of Saanen dairy goats. Fifteen Saanen goats (aged 2-3) were selected for the study. Blood samples were collected from each goat on days -21, -14, -7, 0, 7, 14 and 21 relative to parturition. Blood non-esterified fatty acids (NEFA), β-hydroxybutyric acid (BHBA), triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (CHOL), Low-density lipoprotein (LDL), high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and very lowdensity lipoprotein (VLDL) and Paraoxonase-1 activity (PON1) levels were measured. Triglyceride concentrations decreased significantly (P<0.001) from parturition until day 21 as compare to the values obtained before parturition. Serum HDL concentrations were significantly lower values on days -21, -14 and -7 (P<0.001) compared to values on days 14 and 7. Serum VLDL concentrations increased significantly from parturition until day prepartum 21 as compare to the values obtained before parturition (P<0.001). Serum LDL levels were significantly higher on day -21 and -14 compared to values on days +7 and +14 (P<0.001). Serum BHBA levels significantly higher on days -21 compared to values on days -14, -7,+7 and +14 (P<0.001). Serum NEFA levels significantly lower on days -21 compared on days -14 and parturition. PON-1 and CHOL levels were no statistical difference. In conclusion, although there was no statistical differences, significant changes in levels of PON-1 were occurred in periparturient Saanen goats and PON-1 may be used as biomarker for metabolic and inflammatory-related and or disorders in periparturient goats. Further study should be conducted for better understanding the determine the availability of PON-1 as a marker of oxidative stress and to confirm these findings.
Labour Market Institutions and Outcomes: A Cross-National Study

The role of gender di¤erences in labour market behaviour in determining the UK male-female wage di¤erential is examined using the British Household Panel Study and the general equilibrium job search framework of Bowlus (1997). We . nd that search behaviour explains 30-35% of the gender wage di¤erential. This is similar to US . ndings. Despite more generous maternity policies, females in the UK are more likely to exit to non-participation. Finally, we . nd the level of search friction is lower in the UK than in the US due to low job destruction rates in the UK.
PERFORMANCE OF SOME NEW CITRUS VARIETIES UNDER SOUTH EL-TAHRIER DISTRICT CONDITIONS

The performance of two lemon cultivars namely Feminello and Eureka lemon (Citrus limon (L.) Brum.f), four orange cultivars namely navel orange (Navelina, Navelate, Newhall and Washington navel orange (Citrus sinensis L. Osbeck)) and four mandarin cultivars namely seedless mandarin, thorny Clementine, thornless Clementine and Balady mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco), respectively were done at South El Tahrir research station, Beheira Gov. during 2006/2007 and 2007/2008 under similar cultural practices. Preliminary observations under the prevailing conditions indicated that Feminello lemon, Newhall navel orange, Washington navel orange and both thornless and thorny Clementine were excellent with an average 7.46, 6.87, 6.45 and 6.58 ton/fed, respectively whereas Navelina, Navelate and Balady and seedless mandarin occupied the second position. However, the vegetative growth of the promising varieties was directly proportional to root horizontal and vertical extension.
The mediating role of accounting information quality on the relationship between comparability of financial statements and cash holdings: Evidence from Selected Iranian companies

This study is looking for investigating the mediating effect of accounting information quality on the Relationship between Financial statement comparability and cash holdings. Hence In this paper, data from 90 non-financial firms listed on TSE between 2013 and 2017 (450 firm-year) were evaluated by using linear regression models with panel data analysis. To test the significance of mediating effect, the Sobel test is used. The results of the research show that financial statement comparability decreases poor accounting information, Also the results indicate that poor accounting information increases cash holdings. Moreover, by adding accounting information quality (mediating variable) to the model, there is also significant relationship between Financial statement comparability and cash holdings which implies comparability enhances accounting information quality that indirectly and significantly decreases cash holdings. Thus the author finds a partial mediation effect of accounting information quality on mentioned relationship.
The Effect of Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning on Academic Achievement: A Meta-Analysis Study

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (CSCL) on academic achievement. The study was conducted using the meta-analysis method. In the present study, a total of 40 studies that were carried out between 2010 and 2020 and met the inclusion criteria were subjected to meta-analysis. In the present study, the values of the effect size and combined effect size of each study included in the meta-analysis were calculated using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis (CMA) software. The sample of the study consists of 3474 participants. The results of the study revealed that the studies were usually conducted at the university stage with a medium sample size, and published as articles. It was also revealed that most of the studies were carried out in the field of sciences and social sciences. Considering the intervention durations, it was observed that the studies were particularly carried out within a period between 1 and 4 weeks (37.8%). According to the results of the analysis, the average effect size was calculated as 0.523. Considering the results, it can be stated that CSCL has a positive and moderate effect on academic achievement. Also, the results of the moderator analysis revealed that the effect of CSCL on academic achievement did not change by the learning stage, domain subject, and the sample size but it changed by the intervention duration.
Awareness about the carcinoma breast and the practices related to self- breast examination among women in developing countries

According to WHO, breast cancer is the most frequently found cancer in women, and millions of women are affected all over the world. On average annual estimation in 2012, there were 1.7 million cases of the 5,21,900 have resulted in death. According to Globocan, breast cancer is 25% of all cancer and 15% of all cancer related deaths among women. Breast cancer in developing counties is half of total brest cancer cases in world and around 60% of breast cancer death occurs in developing countries. The incidence in developing countries is low but mortality is high due to late presentation, due to lack of awareness of knowledge of risk factors, signs and symptoms, and various screening method.
Effect of Controlled Atmosphere Storage on Plum Fruits

Plum fruits were treated with controlled atmosphere(CA) storage.Fruit qualities and brown index of the fruits were investigated during storage.The results showed that the atmosphere condition of 6%~8% O2+2%~4%CO2 significantly inhibited the decline of titratable acid content and the raise of respiratory rate and SSC/TA in plum fruits.It(also) postponed flesh browning,prolonged the period of storage.Plum fruits could be stored in this CA condition for 50 days without any flesh browning.It was the suitable atmosphere condition for plum.But plum fruits were very sensitive to CO2.When the O2 concentration kept constant and the CO2 concentration was 4%~6%,it could cause anaerobic respiratory,The higher the CO2 concentration was,the more severe the anaerobic respiratory and flesh browning would be.
How bone metastases can influence the management of breast cancer

It has long been recognised that metastasis to bone occurs very commonly in patients with breast cancer. This was highlighted as long ago as 1890, when English surgeon Stephen Paget, in carrying out autopsies on several hundred women with breast cancer, reached the conclusion that bone appears to be a preferred site of metastasis for breast cancer , rather than lung or liver (1). He concluded that “in cancer of the breast the bones suffer in a special way, which cannot be explained by any theory of embolism alone”. This constituted the “seed and soil” hypothesis in which the “soil” of bone supports the survival and growth of breast cancer “seed”, with the implication that bone has special properties which favour metastasis to that site. This concept continues to be validated by clinical observations and by studies extending to the present day, and has provided the stimulus to much research seeking to identify the properties of the bone microenvironment that equip it so well to provide a favourable environment for tumor growth (2). Although early reports failed to note increased osteoclasts associated with bone metastases (3), evidence accumulated that breast tumor deposits in bone are surrounded by active osteoclasts (4). With increasing recognition of the high incidence of bone metastasis in breast cancer there is little change from earlier estimates in the literature on the frequency of bone metastases varying from 47% to 85% (5,6). Actual incidence is dependent ultimately on duration of disease and nature of treatments. The ability of the tumour to promote osteoclast formation and activity and hence bone resorption is central to the bone metastasizing capability of that tumour. One of the striking ways in which this property manifests itself clinically is the fact that in breast cancer, bone metastases are predominantly osteolytic, with occasional sclerotic and mixed deposits. This contrasts with metastases in prostate cancer that are almost always sclerotic. Much valuable information about these processes has come from animal models of tumour osteolysis (7). Such models of breast tumour colonization and growth as skeletal deposits in bones of immune-deficient mice have been helpful in studying this process and the effects of inhibiting bone resorption (8,9).
Diaspora tourism and the issue of belonging-The case of second-generation Pakistanis in Denmark

Diaspora tourism refers to the travel of people in diaspora to their ancestral homelands in search of their roots or to feel connected to their personal heritage. The Pakistani diaspora community consists of many million people worldwide and make up a significant minority in Denmark. This thesis aims to investigate the diaspora tourism that is conducted by second-generation Pakistanis that reside in Denmark, i.e. those that are born and raised in Denmark by parents that came from Pakistan. Through their journeys to Pakistan we discover the influence and affects that these travels had on their sense of belonging, identity and notion of home. The research reveals that the journey to Pakistan has significantly influenced the second-generation, but in multi-layered and more complex ways. While one may correctly assume that these journeys foster a sense of connection to the country of origin Pakistan, the research reveals that these diasporic travels paradoxically also simultaneously orient them towards Denmark. In addition, these journeys construct new identities among the diasporic tourists, and hence the number of visitations correlated with their sense of belonging and identity. The research also revealed the subtle complexities that are inherent in diaspora tourism and the sense of belonging, and that a lot of different factors play into how the second-generation perceive them, and that diaspora tourism alone is not responsible for the emergence of a Pakistani national identity among the secondgeneration Pakistanis.
Pollen morphology and variability of species from the genus Rubus L. (Rosaceae) alien and invasive in Poland

Rubus L. is one of the most species-rich and most taxonomically challenging genera in the family Rosaceae. The aim of this study was to investigate pollen morphology and the ranges of interand intraspecific variability of the studied Rubus alien species, as well as verify the taxonomic usefulness of these traits in distinguishing studied taxa from this genus. We analysed six quantitative pollen characteristics and the following qualitative ones: exine ornamentation, pollen outline and shape. The study was conducted on 24 samples of six alien Rubus species found in Poland. 720 pollen grains were measured in total. The most important pollen features included exine ornamentation and length of the polar axis (P). In the conducted studies there were no features of pollen indicating “invasiveness”. The results of our research fill the gap in knowledge on pollen structure in Rubus species alien to Poland and Europe. They may constitute a foundation for further research on the reproduction of these species (e.g. pollen viability and fertility), thus facilitating identification of features determining their expansive character.
The Occurrence of Different Vertical Jump Types in Basketball Competition and their Relationship with Lower-Body Speed-Strength Qualities.

Jumps occur frequently in basketball and can be executed from a single-leg take-off following a run-up or bilaterally from a standing start. Understanding the type of jumps performed in competition and how different muscular qualities influence their performance, informs training prescription. Firstly, to quantify the occurrence of different jump types performed in competition an analysis of 15 semi-professional basketball games was undertaken. Secondly, to understand the influence of muscular qualities on performance of different jump types, Semi-professional male basketball players (N=17) performed jump tests; standing vertical jump, running vertical jumps with a double leg take-off (RVJ2) and a single leg take-off (RVJ1) and tests of lower-body speed-strength; reactive strength index (RSI) from a drop jump, counter movement jump (CMJ) and squat jump. A stationary approach was employed for 69%, a running approach for 26% and a one-step approach for 5%. RVJ1 displayed non-significant (P=0.07) moderate correlation with jump height attained from the CMJ (r=0.439) and a very large (r =.806) significant (P<0.01) correlation with RSI. Most jumps were executed from a stationary start with a bilateral take-off while a run-up occurred prior to a substantial proportion of jumps. Jumps with a single-leg take-off from a run-up strongly correlate with RSI.
PIGEON PEA SEED: LEVEL OF AWARENESS, UTILIZATION AND CONSTRAINTS TO USE AS A FEEDSTUFF AMONG LIVESTOCK FARMERS IN OGBOMOSO ZONE OF NIGERIA

Livestock farmers (n=253) from five local government areas of Ogbomoso, Southwest Nigeria were interviewed through a well-constructed questionnaire. This study assessed the demographic characteristics of the livestock farmers, type of livestock kept, type of feed used, energy and plant protein feedstuffs used in feed compounding, level of awareness of pigeon pea seed utilization as livestock feedstuff and constraints to the use of pigeon pea seed as livestock feedstuff. The survey results revealed that the respondents were mostly part time livestock farmers, married-middle aged men (? ̅? =40 years) with an average 5 years farming experience, who kept majorly poultry and pigs (55-80%) amongst other livestock. Compounded rations (53-83%) were commonly used with maize (66-100%) as the main energy feedstuff while soybean meal (87-90%), groundnut cake (77-100%) and palm kernel cake (8692%) were the major plant protein ingredients. Majority of the respondents (70-82%) were unaware of the potential use of pigeon pea seed as livestock feedstuff but those that were aware indicated that antinutrients and or processing (88-100%) were the serious concern for use as a feedstuff. It can therefore be recommended that agricultural extensionists should work together with livestock nutritionists and re-orient the farmers with available research outputs that have addressed this constraint.