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Protective and Curative Potentials of Sida corymbosa Extract Against Antioxidant Depletion in Rats Administered Carbon Tetrachloride

Sida corymbosa plant is one of medicinal plants used in many parts of Africa, including Nigeria for the treatment of human diseases. The purpose of this work was to investigate the antioxidant effects of Sida corymbosa ethanolic leaf extract on rats administered carbon tetrachloride (CCl4). One hundred and sixty male-rats between 170-180 g were used. They were grouped into 8 major groups (groups A-H) and 4 subgroups (A1-H4) in each group making it 32 subgroups of 5 rats each. The major groups comprise A (positive control- normal rats giving feed and water only and left for 7-28 d), B (negative control-those administered CCl4 only at 0.4 ml/kgbw and left for 7-28 d), C-H (treatment groups-those administered extract before and after CCl4 administration at 5,000, 3,000 and 1,000 mg/kgbw for 7-28 d). Antioxidant assays were determined using UV-VIS spectrophotometer (model 752g, China). Results of serum antioxidant assays done revealed that levels of serum reduced glutathione (GSH), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), catalase (CAT), supraoxide dismutase (SOD) and total antioxidant capacity (TAC) increased significantly (P<0.05) in the treatment groups from 7-28 d, when compared with the negative control. Oxidative assay carried out showed that serum malondialdehyde (MDA) levels were significantly lower (P<0.05) in treatment groups than in negative control groups. These may be suggesting that the extract may have improved the antioxidant levels of the rats. Sida corymbosa ethanolic leaf extract may, therefore, have positive effects on antioxidant status of rats administered CCl4.
How housing affects the association between low income and living conditions-deprivation across Europe

To explain an emerging trend towards deteriorating living conditions among low-income households across several (West-)European countries, it makes sense to investigate domains of socio-economic regulation that impact on expenditures, rather than incomes. I focus specifically on the domain of housing. Multilevel analyses for 28 countries (EU-SILC) demonstrate that redistributive housing policies such as rental market regulation and housing allowances weaken the cross-sectional (between-country) positive association between a low-income and living conditions-deprivation, while also benefiting living conditions across the broader population. Regarding changes over time, increased uptake of housing allowances throughout the Great Financial Crisis (2008/2009) seems to have shielded in particular renters from deteriorating living conditions, and might have compensated for declining availability of social housing. Higher house prices and price volatility, indicating housing market financialization, are associated with increased living conditions-deprivation for renters and low-income owners, both cross-sectionally and within countries over time. Anti-poverty policies should thus take a broader perspective, and take better account of provision for housing and other basic needs.
Mechanical Properties and Biocompatibility of a Biomaterial Based on Deproteinized Hydroxyapatite and Endodentine Cement

Abstract Hydroxyapatite is used for bone reconstruction, in order to improve its mechanical properties different substances can be added. In our study new biomaterial is created from deproteinised hydroxyaptite and endodentic cement, its mechanical properties were tested. Material was implanted subcutaneous in rats, then histological and biocompatability tests were performed. Results indicate that stuff has good mechanical properties, short setting time and gradual resorption creating porosity and ability to integrate in bone.
Spatial patterns of weed dispersal by wintering gulls within and beyond an agricultural landscape

Non‐frugivorous waterbirds disperse a wide variety of plants by endozoochory, providing longer‐dispersal distances than other mechanisms. Many waterbirds visit both agricultural and natural landscapes during their daily movements, but potential bird‐mediated dispersal of weed plants within and from agricultural landscapes to other habitats is commonly overlooked. Gulls (Laridae) are expanding in numbers and increasingly exploiting anthropogenic habitats worldwide, with possible growing implications for the spread of weeds. Yet, to date, there are no studies on the spatial distribution of weed dispersal by waterbirds. We developed a plant dispersal model based on movements of 19 Larus fuscus using ricefields, via GPS telemetry. We combined daily movements with two curves estimating the retention times of plant seeds in their guts: (a) an experimental curve based on retention time in captivity for four weeds with dry fruits known to be dispersed by gulls: Juncus bufonius, Cyperus difformis, Polypogon monspeliensis and the alien Amaranthus retroflexus; (b) a theoretical curve based on the interspecific scaling relationship between body mass and mean retention time. Median dispersal distances of weed plant seeds by gulls ranged between 690 and 940 m, but maximum distances exceeded 150 km. The theoretical retention time model showed higher median dispersal distances than the experimental retention time model. Spatial patterns of weed deposition were very similar between retention time methods, and most strongly depended on gull movements. Variation between individual gulls had little influence on seed shadows. About 92% of all seeds (>10,000 intact seeds per day) were dispersed within the ricefield area of 370 km2. The remaining 8% of seeds were deposited beyond ricefields into other habitats, 42% of which reached moist environments (other irrigated agriculture, rivers and natural wetlands) presumably suitable for weed establishment. Synthesis. Gulls can disperse weed plants over long distances across a mosaic of habitats. This implies exchange of weed plant species between human‐dominated and natural areas by waterbirds as dispersal vectors. This spatial study highlights the importance of non‐frugivorous birds for long‐distance plant dispersal, which is generally an overlooked mechanism in studies aiming to predict and manage expansion of weed plants.
J-CO: A Platform-Independent Framework for Managing Geo-Referenced JSON Data Sets

Internet technology and mobile technology have enabled producing and diffusing massive data sets concerning almost every aspect of day-by-day life. Remarkable examples are social media and apps for volunteered information production, as well as Open Data portals on which public administrations publish authoritative and (often) geo-referenced data sets. In this context, JSON has become the most popular standard for representing and exchanging possibly geo-referenced data sets over the Internet.Analysts, wishing to manage, integrate and cross-analyze such data sets, need a framework that allows them to access possibly remote storage systems for JSON data sets, to retrieve and query data sets by means of a unique query language (independent of the specific storage technology), by exploiting possibly-remote computational resources (such as cloud servers), comfortably working on their PC in their office, more or less unaware of real location of resources. In this paper, we present the current state of the J-CO Framework, a platform-independent and analyst-oriented software framework to manipulate and cross-analyze possibly geo-tagged JSON data sets. The paper presents the general approach behind the J-CO Framework, by illustrating the query language by means of a simple, yet non-trivial, example of geographical cross-analysis. The paper also presents the novel features introduced by the re-engineered version of the execution engine and the most recent components, i.e., the storage service for large single JSON documents and the user interface that allows analysts to comfortably share data sets and computational resources with other analysts possibly working in different places of the Earth globe. Finally, the paper reports the results of an experimental campaign, which show that the execution engine actually performs in a more than satisfactory way, proving that our framework can be actually used by analysts to process JSON data sets.
CAN COFFEE VARIETY AFFECT THE POPULATION DYNAMICS OF COFFEE BERRY BORER (HYPOTHENEMUS HAMPEI) ON SAO TOME ISLAND

The coffee berry borer, Hypothenemus hampei, is serious limitation in organic coffee production in Sao Tome Island in the Gulf of Guinea, limited information regarding this species seasonal phenology on the islands limits the implementation of biological control.In the present study, seven coffee plantations were monitored over two years to describe infestation patterns, penetration rates into coffee berries, and mortality by the entomopathogenic fungus,Beauveria bassiana in two coffea species (C. arabica L.and C. canephoraPierre ex A. Froehner), according to 30-tree sampling of fruits following the CENICAFE method. The results revealed that the borer position within the berries, infestation, and green berries with Beauveria bassianawere significantly affected by coffee variety. The infestation mean across all seven sites was (11.5ÃƒÂ‚Ã‚Â±3.5% mean ÃƒÂ‚Ã‚Â± standard error (SE)), with two sites showing mean infestation <5%. The highest infestation and Beauveria bassianarates per branch monthly were observed in C. arabica L. (Red Caturra, Bourbon and Red Catuai), compared with C. canephoraPierre ex A. Froehner (Robusta) in the months of lower rainfall. Borer immature stages (eggs, larvae and pupae) and adults were found throughout the sampling period. No CBB predator and parasitoids were observed in the survey. The population level and developmental rate indicated that the coffee borer met favorable environmental conditions in the studied areas and control measures are required for reducing damage.
The #MeToo movement in paradise: An assessment of the restaurant industry

ABSTRACT No industry has been immune to the #MeToo movement since its inception. The restaurant industry is especially susceptible to incidents of sexual harassing behaviors due to certain characteristics of the business itself. The purpose of this research paper is to evaluate restaurant employees’ perceptions of sexual harassment and the effects of the #MeToo movement has had on those perceptions. By analyzing the responses of restaurant employees in Hawaii, significant differences in sexual harassment perceptions were found among different groups depending on age, generation and job position. Through quantitative and qualitative examinations, the influence of the #MeToo movement on restaurant employees’ perceptions of sexual harassment is explored. This study will provide timely information when it comes to sexual harassment in the restaurant industry and suggest policies and implications for the field.
EFFECTIVENESS OF METACOGNITION-BASED READING ENRICHMENT PROGRAM TO STUDENTS READING COMPREHENSION

The main focus of this study is to determine the effectiveness of the metacognition-based reading enrichment program to the students reading comprehension. The pretest-posttest non-equivalent control group design which falls under the quasi-experimental design was used. On the test of significant difference between the formative test mean scores of the experimental and comparison groups, it was found out that the formative tests had significant effect to the respondents reading comprehension. Moreover, based on the computed Cohens d value, the lessons have a small top medium effect size. It was revealed that there is a significant difference between the posttest mean scores of the experimental and comparison groups at 0.01 level of significance. Moreover, based on the computed Cohens d value of 0.98, the effect size of the metacognition-based reading enrichment program to the students reading comprehension based on the posttest is large. There is a significant difference between the formative test mean scores of the students in the comparison and experimental group under the metacognition-based reading enrichment program. Furthermore, Cohens effect size values suggested a small to medium practical significance. There is a significant difference between the posttest mean scores of the students in the comparison and experimental group under the metacognition-based reading enrichment program. Furthermore, Cohens effect size value (d=0.98) suggested a substantial effect of the metacognition-based reading enrichment program to the respondents reading comprehension. As for the recommendations, it was noted that there is a need for English teachers to integrate the instruction of metacognitive strategies, as it helps in improving students reading comprehension.
Formation and identification of counter electrojet (CEJ)

This study investigates the possible occurrence of counter equatorial electrojet (CEJ) and a quicker method for identification of CEJ. Data from a chain of magnetic observatories of World Data Center for Geomagnetism in Tokyo, Japan, was employed. It is strikingly interesting to observe that most CEJ occurred from morning through new dusk, with almost the same pattern of dHin depression. In Ascension Island (ASC), Huancayo (HUA) and Pondicherry (PND), most ∆H were found to be less than zero, which reveals an indication of full CEJ. Partial CEJ occurrences were observed during some hours at these stations where ∆Hin >0. It is suggested that IMF turning north indicates CEJ, hence storm effects could also be attributed to CEJ existence. Some of our new findings are at variance with results of some previous workers; hence further work is suggested for further clarification. A quick method of easy identification of CEJ is suggested. Key words: Electrojet, geomagnetic element, counter electrojet, geomagnetism, interplanetary magnetic field (IMF).
Examining the factorial validity of the Individualized Classroom Assessment Scoring System in preschools in Austria

ABSTRACT Reliable information regarding interaction quality in preschools is essential because children’s preschool experiences predict educational success. The Individualized Classroom Assessment Scoring System (inCLASS) is a new tool to assess interaction quality developed in the United States. Research on the validation of the factorial structure of the inCLASS—with the factors teacher interactions (comprising positive engagement, teacher communication), peer interactions (peer sociability, peer communication, peer assertiveness), task orientation (task engagement, self-reliance), and conflict interactions (behaviour control, teacher conflict, peer conflict)—is limited and inconsistent. This study aims to extend knowledge on the factorial validity of the inCLASS in Austrian preschools. The sample consists of 261 children (M = 49.54 months of age) from 81 preschool classes in Tyrol, Austria. Initial confirmatory factor analysis indicated negative residual variances and standardised factor loadings >1 for teacher communication and behaviour control. After modifications such as setting error residuals for teacher communication and behaviour control to zero and allowing the residuals of positive teacher engagement and peer sociability to covary the model fit was acceptable to good. The findings suggest a revision of the operationalisation of conflictual interactions and a consideration of attachment theory to explain the relationship between teacher interactions and peer interactions.
Status of Thyroid Disorder among the Thyroid Function Test Samples Received in a Laboratory among Postmenopausal Women: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study

ABSTRACT Introduction: Thyroid dysfunction prevalence is high in females worldwide which increases with age. Postmenopausal and elderly women are particularly at risk of developing comorbidities and mortality related to thyroid dysfunction. We aimed to study the prevalence of thyroid dysfunction in postmenopausal women in the National Reference Laboratory of Nepal. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in National Reference Laboratory from January 2019 to June 2019 including postmenopausal females, ≥49 years. The database of thyroid function test result was used for statistical analysis and proportion of thyroid dysfunction was calculated. The data was collected after approval from the institutional review committee. Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 21 was used to study descriptive data. Results: Out of a total of 160 postmenopausal females with thyroid function tests, 71 (44.4%) had thyroid dysfunction. Subclinical hypothyroidism was the frequently occurring thyroid dysfunction 51 (32%) followed by subclinical hyperthyroidism 13 (8%), hypothyroidism 3 (2%) and hyperthyroidism 3 (2%). In our study population, thyroid dysfunction peaked at 49 to 58 years of age interval 53 (33.1%) and subclinical hypothyroidism was the most frequent form 38 (23.7%). Conclusions: Subclinical hypothyroidism was the common thyroid dysfunction in postmenopausal age which peaked at 49 to 58 years of age group. Early postmenopausal females are predisposed to increased risk of comorbidities (cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis with high fracture, depression) which could be exacerbated with thyroid dysfunction; therefore awareness of thyroid dysfunction prevalence and thyroid screening for early management seems appropriate in Nepalese postmenopausal women.
Prevalence of untreated second canal in the mesiobuccal root of maxillary molars and its association with apical periodontitis: A cone beam computed tomography study

This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of mesiobuccal 2(MB2) canals not located/treated in maxillary molars and correlated their non-treatment with the presence of periradicular lesion. The study was conducted on 180 cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans. The 180 examinations added up to 210 teeth analyzed (140 maxillary first molars and 70 maxillary second molars). The presence of non-located/treated MB2 canals and periapical lesions in the mesiobucal(MB) root was identified by observation of the axial and subsequently of sagittal and coronal slices. Among the 210 teeth evaluated, 91.4% (n=192) had MB2 canal, while 8.6% (n=18) did not have this canal. In the first molars with presence of MB2 (n=133), periapical lesion was observed in 85.0% (n=113). Among the second molars with presence of MB2 (n=59), periapical lesion was observed in 72.9% (n=43). The presence of periapical lesion in the MB root was related to the non-location/treatment of the MB2 canal and was higher when it was an independent canal.
Effect of Ethanol-Biodiesel-Diesel Blend on Performance and Emission Characteristics of a DI Diesel Engine

Received: 2 September 2019 Accepted: 20 December 2020 A significant increase in every nation’s energy demand and insufficient conventional energy reservoirs for long duration, there became necessary requirement to shift from nonrenewable to renewable energy sources. Diesel and biodiesel fuels have different thermo physical properties; hence performance and emission output parameters are also different compares with each other. For effective utilization of biodiesel, the characteristics of conventional single cylinder diesel engine with changing load and static speed (1500 rev/min) conditions are evaluated. The baseline diesel, biodiesel diesel (BD) B08 [8% biodiesel blended with diesel] and ethanol-biodiesel-diesel (EBD) E05B08 [5% ethanol and 8% biodiesel blended with diesel] by v/v ratio are used for experimentation. Brake thermal efficiency (BTE) reduced from 29.14% with diesel to 27.64% with biodiesel and 28.49% with ethanol blends. It is observed that BTE reduced by 1.5% with biodiesel blend and 0.65% only with ethanol blend. The CO, HC and opacity of exhaust gas pollutants are reduced with biodiesel blend fuel and also further reduced with EBD blend. NOx formation with B08 fuel is enhanced to 1967 ppm from 1557 ppm of baseline diesel whereas it is slightly increased to 1734 ppm by E05B08 fuel.
Proactive Employee Behaviors and Organizational Development: The Role of Self-Efficacy as a Moderator

Organizational development is the key to success depending highly on the behaviors of individuals working within. This study has tested the impact of two types of proactive behaviors i.e., proactive problem solving (PPS) and proactive idea implementation (PII) on organizational development. The self-efficacy of employees is taken as a moderator on the direct relationship of PPS and PII with organizational development (OD). Data is collected from managerial employees of manufacturing organizations in Rawalpindi, Islamabad, and KPK region in Pakistan, through self-administered survey questionnaires. Results show that PPS and PII have a positive significant relationship with organizational development. Self-efficacy strongly moderates the direct relationships of PPS and PII with OD in such a way that the higher the levels of self-efficacy, the stronger will be the relationship of PII and PPS with OD. This research provides useful insights into the organizational development literature highlighting the importance of proactivity and self-efficacy resources of employees.
BMSCs-laden gelatin/sodium alginate/carboxymethyl chitosan hydrogel for 3D bioprinting

Three-dimensional (3D) bioprinting technology offers the possibility to deliver, in a defined and organized manner, scaffolding materials and living cells, and therefore holds much promise for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. In this work, we explored the possibility of gelatin/sodium alginate/carboxymethyl chitosan (Gel/SA/CMCS) hydrogel combining with bone mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) for 3D bioprinting. Compared to the commonly used 3D bioprinting materials such as gelatin/sodium alginate (Gel/SA) hydrogel, the Gel/SA/CMCS hydrogel we developed shows excellent equilibrium water content, good mechanical properties, antibacterial activity, and a slow degradation rate. With this kind of material, we generated a scaffold with homogenous cell distribution. Cell viability after 3D printing showed that over 85% of the printed cells were viable at 0 and 2 days of culturing. Our work demonstrates the feasibility of mixing Gel/SA/CMCS hydrogel with stem cells for 3D bioprinting.
Anti-Cancer Effects of Huaier on Prostate Cancer; miRNA-Mediated Transcription Control Induced Both Inhibition of Active Progression and Prevention of Relapse

Prostate cancer is classified as mild malignant tumor, since the growth is slow, and also the early detection and monitoring of PSA and other cancer cell-specific markers are available among the target population in walk-in clinic even effect the bones and lymph nodes, it requires long term treatments which significantly decrease the lifespan in patients. Trametes robiniophila Murr (Huaier) has proved broad spectrum anti-cancer effects, which initiates the recovery of damaged bio physiological functions in the end by dose-dependent manner which proved the molecular basis of Huaier effects by total RNA and small non-coding RNA sequencing (“genome-scope” project) and that is based on the rescue of the disrupted transcriptional control based on individual capability and flexibility of genomic potential. Here we focused to show MEGA-DATA genome analysis results on inhibition of active progression in cancer in situ, and also prevents relapse of prostate cancer. Total sequencing of RNAs revealed massive SNP variances (average 89,473SNP variances per individual), however, it is unlikely that specific type variants influenced to the malignancy, process, and prognosis. On the other hand, the significant up-regulation and alteration of major ontogenesis and tumor suppressor genes were detected in transcribed genes, especially in altered (normalized) NFkB, TGFb, BRCA2 and p53 genes and their leading signaling pathways. These genetic alterations in transcriptomes were based on miRNA-mediated transcriptional control as reported drugs have not shown any effect. Thus, the present study provides the safe and effective treatment to prevent and inhibit prostate cancer progression, and also to maintain homeostasis in a long-range of stressful human life without excessive medical treatments.