Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Estimation of the Oxidative Changes in Phenolic Compounds of Carignane During Winemaking

The concentration of phenolic compounds during fermentation of Carignane musts exposed to air or protected from oxidation during pumping over operations was monitored by HPLC in order to evaluate the influence of oxidation in red wine making. All phenolic compounds accumulated during the first 3 to 8 days of maceration, due to extraction from the solid parts of the grapes. At this stage, yeasts consumed all the available oxygen so that phenolic compounds were protected from oxidation. When the yeast activity decreased, enzymatic oxidation of polyphenoloxidase substrates (caffeoyltartrate and p -coumaroyltartrate) and coupled oxidation of o -diphenols by the enzymically generated caffeoyltartrate quinones took place, resulting in approximately 20% losses of these compounds in the air exposed sample.
Feeding patterns in five predatory fishes of the high Paranà River floodplain (PR, Brazil)

— Between March 1992 and February 1993 five piscivorous fish species, Acestrorhynchus lacustris (Reinhardt, 1874), Hoplias malabaricus (Bloch, 1794), Rhaphiodon vulpinus Agassiz, 1829, Salminus maxillosus, Valenciennes, 1840 and Plagioscion squamosissimus (Heckel, 1840), of the high Parana River floodplain showed a wide total prey spectrum though only three to four taxa were dominant in their diet. Shrimp, Macrobrachium amazonicum, were also common to the majority of species. Seasonal and spatial variations occurred throughout the study period probably due the availability of prey species. The main resources shared by the predators were also the most abundant in the area, with consumption markedly focused on prey about 5.0 cm long. Detrended correspondence analysis was effective in discriminating two groups of predators species that exploited distinct microhabitats. The predators with the least scores consumed small characids that inhabit mid-water or the littoral region, whereas those with the largest scores consumed prey associated to the bottom.
Impact of Viral Load Monitoring on Retention and Viral Suppression: A Regression Discontinuity Analysis of South Africa's National Laboratory Cohort.

When human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) viral loads exceed 1,000 copies/mL, South African guidelines recommend repeat viral load testing within 6-months. We assessed whether South African facilities follow viral load monitoring guidelines and whether guidelines improve HIV-related outcomes using a regression discontinuity design in a national HIV cohort of 174,574 patients (2013-2015). We assessed whether patients with viral loads just above versus just below 1,000 copies/mL were more likely to receive repeat testing in 6-months, and compared differences in clinic transfers, retention, and viral suppression. The majority (67%) of patients with viral loads >1,000 copies/mL did not receive repeat testing within 6 months, and these patients were 8.0% (95% CI: 6.2%, 9.7%) more likely to receive repeat testing compared to ≤1,000 copies/mL. Eligibility for repeat testing (>1,000 copies/mL) was associated with greater 12-month retention (Risk Difference (RD): 2.9% [95% CI: 0.6%, 5.2%]), and combined suppression and retention (RD: 5.8% [95% CI: 3.0%, 8.6%]). Patients with viral loads >1,000 copies/mL who actually received repeat testing were 85.2% more likely to be both retained and suppressed at 12-months (95% CI: 35.9%, 100.0%). Viral load monitoring may improve patient outcomes, but most patients with elevated viral loads do not receive monitoring within recommended timelines.
Modelling of Escherichia coli Cultivations: Acetate Inhibition in a Fed-batch Culture

A set of three competing, unstructured models has been proposed to model biomass growth, glucose utilization, acetate formation, dissolved oxygen consumption and carbon dioxide accumulation of a fed-batch cultivation process of Escherichia coli. The inhibiting effect of acetate on growth of E. coli cultures is included in the considered models. The model identification is carried out using experimental data from the cultivation process. Genetic algorithms are used for parameter estimation. The model discrimination is based on the four criteria, namely sum of square errors, Fisher criterion, Akaike information criterion and minimum description length criterion. The most suitable model is identified that reflects the state variables curves adequately by considering acetate inhibited growth according to the Jerusalimsky approach.
Soil fertility evaluation: a potential tool for predicting fertilizer requirement for crops in Nigeria

In most developing countries including Nigeria, fertilizers are applied to the soil by uneducated farmers without particularly making reference to the specific need of the plant or soil. Therefore, intended efficiency/replenishment is not maximized and fertilizer use is not rationalized. This paper critically reviews the three basic approaches to soil fertility evaluation: Visual symptoms of nutrient deficiency, Plant tissue analysis and soil testing. The implications of these methods are examined in terms of predicting fertilizer requirements for crops in Nigeria. Furthermore, the paper discusses the methods of Soil fertility evaluation available. Focus is then shifted primarily to the soil testing method, describing in detail the main objectives behind carrying out soil testing, including the proper soil sampling tools, sound sampling techniques and handling of the samples.
Plasma levels of miR-143 and miR-145 are associated with coronary in-stent restenosis within 1 year of follow-up after drug-eluting stent implantation

Background ISR remains the major adverse outcome after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). MicroRNAs have been demonstrated to be associated with coronary plaque and stable in the blood and can be used as biomarkers/predictors. This study aimed to investigate whether circulating microRNAs could predict in-stent restenosis (ISR). Methods MicroRNA array was used to detect differently expressed microRNAs between 30 ISR patients and 30 non-ISR patients in the derivation cohort. Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) was used to validate the microRNA array results and to detect levels of target microRNAs in the validation cohort. All patients were followed up for at least 1 year, and major adverse cardiac events (MACEs) were recorded. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis were applied to find factors associated with ISR. Receiver operating characteristics (ROC) and Kaplan-Meier survival curves were used to analyze the predictive ability of the microRNA score for ISR. Results MicroRNA array and qRT-PCR showed that miR-143, 145, 425, 208, and let-7g were differently expressed between ISR patients and non-ISR patients. Multivariate analysis demonstrated that lower levels of mir-143 (OR =2.36, 95% CI: 1.43–3.67) and mir-145 (OR =2.12, 95% CI: 1.56–3.48) were associated with ISR. MicroRNA scores differed statistically between ISR patients and non-ISR patients (49.18±2.05 vs. 52.10±2.41, P<0.01) and has predictive ability for ISR with an area under the curve (AUC) of 0.8206 (95% CI: 0.7155–0.9256, P<0.01). In the validation cohort, Kaplan-Meier survival curves demonstrated that patients with higher microRNA scores have better prognosis in 1 year of follow-up. Conclusions A lower plasma level of mir-143/145 predicts a higher risk of ISR and a worse outcome.
Competitive Abilities of the Entomopathogenic Nematodes Steinernema feltiae and Heterorhabditis bacteriophora in the Same Host at Different Temperatures

The effectiveness of Turkish strains of the entomopathogenic nematodes Steinernema feltiae and Heterorhabditis bacteriophora on the last instar larvae of Tenebrio molitor were investigated. Mortality rates of T. molitor larvae caused by each nematode species alone (experiment I) were determined. Then, with the same method, the effectiveness of each species over the other in competition was examined (experiment II). Both experiments were conducted in sterilesand at 12, 18 and 25 iC for 5 days. While in experiment I the efficiency of the species was determined to be 52.5% for H. bacteriophora and 85% for S. feltiae at 12 iC, 93.5% and 95.6% at 18 iC for H. bacteriophora and S. feltiae, respectively, and 97.5% at 25 iC for both species, in experiment II these rates were 3% and 72% at 12 iC; 8% and 85% at 18 iC and 12.5% and 80% at 25 iC for H. bacteriophora and S. feltiae, respectively. The results indicated that S. feltiae was noticeably dominant over H. bacteriophora when both species were applied together at 3 different temperatures.
Occurrence of Pasteuria forms from a Biosphere Reserve in Mexico.

Franco-Navarro, F. and D. Godinez-Vidal. 2008. Occurrence of Pasteuria forms from a Biosphere Reserve in Mexico. Nematropica 38:187-194 Three localities and five land uses with different degrees of disturbance were selected inside the buffer zone of the Los Tuxtlas Biosphere Reserve in Veracruz, Mexico, and eight sampling points were located in each one. From each sampling point, one hundred nematodes were randomly collected and mounted for identification and detection of associated Pasteuria forms. Pasteuria endospores infecting nematodes were observed in two of three localities, and in four different land uses (secondary forest, maize fields, white lily and pasture fields). A total of 1200 nematodes belonging to six genera were found as infected by or with adhering endospores of Pasteuria spp. , including Helicotylenchus exallus (1116), Pratylenchus (44), Mesocriconema (20), Tylenchus (10), Plectus (6) and Aporcelaimium (4). These findings represent the first report of Pasteuria species from Mexico.
Balanced dispersal or source–sink–do both models describe wood mice in farmed landscapes?

To test two models of how wood mouse Apodemus sylvaticus populations in different patches might interact, we estimated parameters from capture-mark-recapture data in four habitats (set-aside, crop, boundary and woodlot) at two sites in arable farmland. In the source-sink model, populations in 'source' patches have fitness > 1, while in 'sink' patches fitness is < 1; dispersal is constrained so there is a net flow of individuals from sources to sinks. In the balanced dispersal model, patches may vary in quality and carrying capacity, but there are no sinks and no constraints on dispersal; fitness is equal across patches. Our results broadly support balanced dispersal. Patches close together were more likely to exchange individuals than those far apart, there was no evidence of density-dependent dispersal and little evidence for directionality of movement. Overall population growth rates were similar in all patches (range: 0.99-1.05). Times when no animals were known to be alive occurred in some patches and could be attributed to stochastic events. On one crop patch, however, extinction followed high abundance, and coincided with poor recruitment, suggesting sink dynamics. Recruitment rates were highest in boundary and crop, but surprisingly, the proportion of individuals in reproductive condition, timing of breeding and pregnancy rates did not vary between habitats. Apparent survival rates were lowest in crop, although recapture rates were high. While female body size in December did not vary between habitats, males on set-aside were smaller than elsewhere. In general, the balanced dispersal model best described arable wood mouse populations, but dynamics on one patch suggested an 'attractive' sink. Our results demonstrate that more than one model for dispersal dynamics between populations may apply within the same landscape, for the same species.
Embryological studies in Taraxacum udum Jordan (sect. Palustria)

The present paper reports our observations on the mode of reproduction in Taraxacum udum (sect. Palustria), a very rare species in Poland, known only from a single locality. Based on the analysis of the developmental processes in the ovules, it can be concluded that this bog dandelion is an obligate and autonomous apomict. Its reproduction involves (i) restitutional diplospory, also known as Taraxacum type; (ii) parthenogenesis; and (iii) autonomous endosperm formation. Moreover, observations on the anatomy of ovules confirmed the occurrence of a special storage tissue around the embryo sac, which is considered to be an additional source of nutrition for the embryo. An examination of the anthers showed that, in spite of highly disturbed meiosis, apomictic T. udum produces pollen but pollen grains are heterogeneous in size and stainable using an acetocarmine test.
ESTIMATION OF GENETIC PARAMETERS AND BREEDING VALUES FOR DAIRY CATTLE USING TEST-DAY MILK YIELD RECORDS

The aim of this study was to estimate genetic parameters and breeding values for 305 -d and test-days (TD) milk yields, and to compare the obtained results. For this aim, the data were collected during the years of 1989 and 2007 for 11200 lactation records of Holstein cattle reared at Ceylanpinar State Farm in the Southern East Region of T urkiye. The 305-d milk yield of each animal was calculated using the Test Interval Method (TIM). Ad ditive genetic, residual and permanent environmental variances, heritabilities and breeding values for 305 -d and TD milk yields were estimated by using the REML method on the basis of animal models. Heritability of test day milk yield (0.15) was lower than the heritability of 305-d milk yield (0.20). Pearson, Spearman and Kendall correlation coefficients between breeding values for test day and 305-d milk yield were estimated as: 0.90, 0.90 and 0.74 (P<0.01) for bulls and 0.78, 0.92 and 0.76 (P<0.01) for cows, respectively. Present results reflected that use of test day milk yields could be suggested to estimate 305-d milk yield for the genetic evaluation of dairy cows. Furthermore, use of TD milk yield for genetic evaluations permits researchers to gain more advantages.
Modelling of self-management in schizophrenia: The role of neurocognition, self-efficacy, and motivation.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES This study aimed to address the interrelationships among neurocognition, self-efficacy, motivation, and self-management in individuals with schizophrenia. BACKGROUND Self-management performance of individuals with schizophrenia is relatively poor. The effect of neurocognitive impairment on self-management in schizophrenia remains inconsistent, which may be attributed to the neglect of possible mediating factors. Little attention has been given to the role of motivation and self-efficacy for linking neurocognition to self-management. DESIGN A cross-sectional study. METHODS Three hundred and twenty patients were recruited with convenience sampling in this study. Patients' neurocognitive function, self-efficacy, motivation, and self-management behaviors were measured. Pearson or Spearman correlation analysis and path analysis were performed to examine the interrelationships. This study followed STROBE checklist for cross-sectional studies (see Appendix S1). RESULTS The final model, with good fit indices, revealed that (1) neurocognition, self-efficacy, and motivation were directly associated with self-management, (2) self-efficacy and motivation partly mediated the impact of neurocognition on self-management, and (3) motivation additionally mediated the association of self-efficacy and self-management. CONCLUSIONS Our study extends the current findings, indicating that self-efficacy and motivation may act as mediators in the relationship between neurocognition and self-management in schizophrenia. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE Mental health professionals should pay attention to interventions targeting both cognitive and psychosocial components to enhance self-management in individuals with schizophrenia.
Effect of Mowing and Hexazinone Application on Giant Smutgrass (Sporobolus indicus var. pyramidalis) Control1

Giant smutgrass is a perennial, clump-type, grassy weed that commonly infests Florida pastures. Experiments were conducted in 1998 and 1999 in Immokalee, FL, to evaluate multiple mowing treatments in combination with hexazinone applications at 0.56 to 1.7 kg ai/ha, to control giant smutgrass and bahiagrass density. Mowing did not influence giant smutgrass control in 1998 or 1999. Hexazinone application increased giant smutgrass control at all application rates. In 1998, regression analysis determined that hexazinone applied at 0.56 kg/ha provided >90% control of giant smutgrass 182 d after treatment (DAT) and >80% control 321 DAT. Both 1.1 and 1.7 kg/ha of hexazinone provided >90% control for 365 DAT in 1998. In 1999, due in part to excessive rainfall, 0.56 kg/ha provided >80% control for only 48 DAT. It was also concluded that application rates of 0.83 to 0.98 kg/ha hexazinone were the lowest rates that consistently provided 80% or better control over both years. From 0 to 30 DAT, bahiagrass density increased by 17% for the 0.56 kg/ha rate and 2% at the 1.7 kg/ha rate. From 30 to 365 DAT, bahiagrass density increased at 0.04% per day compared with 0.1% per day for 0.56 and 1.7 kg/ha, respectively. Increased bahiagrass injury by the higher application rates of hexazinone was responsible for low levels of bahiagrass growth from 0 to 30 DAT. However, bahiagrass soon recovered from injury, and the higher application rates resulted in a more rapid rate of bahiagrass spread, likely due to less competition of giant smutgrass in plots treated with 1.1 and 1.7 kg/ha rates. These data prove that mowing prior to hexazinone application is an unwarranted expense, and that the 1.1 kg/ha rate provided the most effective and consistent giant smutgrass control with acceptable levels of bahiagrass injury. Nomenclature: Hexazinone; giant smutgrass, Sporobolus indicus (L.) R. Br. var. pyramidalis (P. Beauv.) Veldkamp; bahiagrass, Paspalum notatum Fluegee, #3PASNO. Additional index words: Bahiagrass density, hexazinone, pasture weeds, tropical forage.
CHANGES IN CELLULAR PROTEINS DUE TO ENVIRONMENTAL NON-IONIZING RADIATION. I. HEAT-SHOCK PROTEINS

This paper describes the effect of weak microwave fields on the amounts of heat-shock proteins in cell cultures at various temperatures. The field was generated by signal simulation of the Global System for Mobile communications (GSM) of 960 Mhz, used in portable phones. Transformed human epithelial amnion (AMA) cells, growing on glass coverslips, were exposed in a transverse electromagnetic (TEM) cell to a microwave field, generating a specific absorption rate (SAR) of 2.1 mW.kg−1 in the cells. Exposure temperatures were 35, 37, and 40 ± 0.1°C, respectively, and the exposure time was 20 min. The heat-shock proteins Hsp-70 and Hsp-27 were detected by immuno-fluorescence. Higher amounts of Hsp-70 were present in the cells exposed at 35 and 37°C than in the sham-exposed cells. These effects can be considered to be athermal, since the field strength was much lower than the safety standard for absence of heat generation by microwave fields. There was no significant response in the case of Hsp-27.
Tri-Gate Ferroelectric FET Characterization and Modelling for Online Training of Neural Networks at Room Temperature and 233K

This paper reports detailed analysis on switching dynamics and device variability over a wide range of temperatures for deeply scaled (40nm gate length) tri-gate ferroelectric FETs with 10nm HZO fabricated using gate first process on SOI wafers. Our experimental results manifest, 99% ferroelectric switching at room temperature and at 233K. A memory window over 5V and strong gate length dependence of memory window is observed. Highly linear and symmetric multilevel switching characteristics makes our ferroelectric FETs suitable for neuromorphic applications, as demonstrated with neural network online training simulations.
Human Body Modelling for Wireless Body Area Network Optimization

In the paper two simplified models of human body dedicated for the automated optimization of wireless body area networks are presented. First model maps the fragment of the body and allows to simulate impedance mismatch of wearable antennas. This model was used in the optimization process of a wearable antenna to reduce the simulation time in each iteration which significantly shortens the time needed for design. The second model uses cylindrical elements to reproduce the entire body. It has exact physical equivalent that can be easily fabricated. In addition, it can also be quickly generated automatically in the program for electromagnetic simulations during automated optimization of WBAN. Such model represents both the Figure of a standing and sitting person, so the change of body position can be taken into account in the process of system optimization.
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation and Cognition in Neuropsychiatric Disorders: Systematic Review of the Evidence and Future Directions

Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) has been implemented in neuropsychiatric disorders characterized by cognitive impairment. However, methodological heterogeneity challenges conclusive remarks. Through a critical analysis of previous conflicting findings and in the light of current neurobiological models of pathophysiology, we qualitatively assessed the effects of tDCS in neuropsychiatric disorders that share neurobiological underpinnings, as to evaluate whether stimulation can improve cognitive deficits in patients’ cohorts. We performed a systematic review of tDCS studies targeting cognitive functions in mental disorders and pathological cognitive aging. Data from 41 studies, comprising patients with diagnosis of mood disorders, schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and mild cognitive impairment (MCI), were included. Results indicate that tDCS has the capacity to enhance processing speed, working memory, and executive functions in patients with mood and schizophrenia-spectrum disorders. The evidence of a positive effect on general cognitive functioning and memory is either inconclusive in AD, or weak in MCI. Future directions are discussed for developing standardized stimulation protocols and for translating the technique therapeutic potential into effective clinical practice.
Health Professionals as Mothers of Adult Children With Schizophrenia

In this qualitative narrative study, we critically reflected upon mothering experiences of health professionals with adult children with schizophrenia. Thirteen participants from Australia, Canada, Scotland, and the United States were interviewed. The thematic analysis of the interviews resulted in one overarching theme—mothering in the context of uncertainty: unbalancing and rebalancing as mothers, and three major themes: disrupted mothering, reconfigured mothering, and resolute mothering. The findings suggested participants experienced difficulties in separating their professional role from their maternal responsibilities. The mothers gained expertise by using their dual knowledge to advocate for and support their children’s mental health. The mothers’ dual roles had a positive impact on their relatedness to others within their professional practice. Health care organizations might benefit from the expertise of health professionals with dual roles in the development of support, care, treatment, and delivery of services for people and their family members who live with schizophrenia.
The Longicorn Genus Tethionea (Coleoptera: Cerambycidae)

The genus Tethionea is comprised of small to medium-sized beetles of the tribe Callidiopini of the subfamily Cerambycinae. The tribe Callidiop­ ini is moderately represented in the Oriental and Ethiopian Regions, but is concentrated particularly in Madagascar and the Philippine­ Wallacean-Papuan-Polynesian area. The greatest concentration may prove to be in New Guinea. Tethionea is entirely Papuan. To date it is known only from New Guinea, islands immediately to the west of New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.