Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
MITOCHONDRIAL DNA VARIATION OF THE DENGUE'S MOSQUITO VECTOR Aedes aegypti (DIPTERA: CULICIDAE) IN RIVERA CITY, NORTHERN URUGUAY

The yellow fever mosquito Aedes aegypti is the main vector of several arboviruses in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, including the dengue virus. We collected 14 larva and pupa of Aedes from urban households in Rivera City, northern Uruguay, to obtain DNA sequences of the mitochondrial ND4 gene. Our results confirmed that our samples belong to Ae. aegypti. In addition, the two haplotypes found are common worldwide or in the Americas, including Argentina and Brazil. However, the limited availability of ND4 sequences from Argentina and southern Brazil and the widespread geographic distribution of these haplotypes, do not allow ruling out several potential routes of colonization of northern Uruguay.
Unconditional quantile regression and tourism expenditure: The case of the Canary Islands

This article explores the spending patterns of tourists by market segments of expenditure distribution. We focus on the case of the Canary Islands, that is, a region that is one of the main destinations in the European tourism market, and distinguish between expenditure at origin and expenditure at destination. To do this, we use unconditional quantile regression (QR), which is more appropriate than conditional QR for the interpretation of coefficients. The results suggest that spending behaviour is heterogeneous among quantiles of expenditure in terms of income, price, level of loyalty and hotel accommodation effects. Furthermore, some differences arise between the pattern of expenditure at origin and the one at destination, and among items of expenditure at destination.
ANALISIS EFISIENSI PRODUKSI DAN PENDAPATAN USAHATANI PADI SAWAH DI KECAMATAN BALIGE KABUPATEN TOBA SAMOSIR

The study aims to identify the factors that affect lowland rice production, analyze the efficiency of using the production factors of the farming, and calculate the farmers’ income of the farming in Balige Sub-district Toba Samosir Regency. The research was conducted in Hutagaol Peatalun Village and Hinalang Bagasan Village with 64 respondents. Farmer respondents were chosen using a simple random sampling method. The collected data were analyzed by Cobb-Douglas production function, economic analysis by calculating the returm to scale value, and farmer income analysis. The results showed that the factors that affected the production of lowland rice was land size, seeds, NPK fertilizer, pesticide, and labour. The use of production factors were not efficient because it was classified to increasing return to scale. The income earned by the farmers over the total cost was IDR24,636,334.99 with R/C value of 3.89 and it was profitable. Key words: efficiency, income, production, lowland rice.
Unravelling Evolutive Histories from the Maghreb: Two Comprehensive Studies on the Lacertids Podarcis vaucheri and Psammodromus algirus

Podarcis vaucheri (Boulenger 1905) and Psammodromus algirus (Linnaeus 1759) are two lacertid lizards native to the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa. Regarding phylogeographic patterns, although the species have been thoroughly studied within their European ranges, knowledge of their variation South of the Strait of Gibraltar remains limited. With this thesis we intended to improve the genetic coverage for both species within their Moroccan range, and to address some issues regarding typically considered taxonomic notions for them: the existence of two main lineages within P. vaucheri — the “main type” and the “Jebel Sirwah” variant — that could warrant its split into two or more separate species; and the appropriateness of the split of P. algirus into two subspecies — P. a. algirus and P. a. nollii — based on their dorsal striped patterns. To achieve our aims, we mainly employed molecular tools, estimating the phylogenetic relationships between individuals within the area, with comprehensive samplings across most of their known ranges. Mitochondrial and a nuclear gene sequences — respectively partial ND4 and partial MC1R — were used. For the P. vaucheri study, this was complemented with species range modelling analysis, in an attempt to understand interactions with the landscape and range contractions and expansions of the species across time. Significant levels of genetic diversity were found within P. vaucheri, coupled with a clear and strong population structuring across the landscape. Data from species distribution modelling indicates that large areas have been almost continually optimal for the species across the region, although with notable breaks between them. Further evidence for the distinction of a “Jebel Sirwah” variant form — a lineage with an independent origin from the Moroccan P. vaucheri clade, estimated to have diverged from the species around 7.06 MYA — was also obtained, and a new population from that lineage was reported for Morocco, in the Mount M’Goun area. For P. algirus, no genetic diversity that could warrant the current subspecific split was identified, and although the typically considered clade divisions for the whole species were evident, no clear phylogeographic patterns were found within Morocco. Such a lack of phylogeographic structure is actually unusual in reptiles from this region, and presumably is associated with the generalist nature of P. algirus. We conclude that at least two species should be recognized within the P. vaucheri in North Africa, due to the amount of differentiation within the complex, although a full integrative taxonomic revision is still needed. P. algirus nollii should be relegated of its subspecies status, and instead be considered a colour morphotype of P. algirus. 4 FCUP Unravelling Evolutive Histories from the Maghreb: Two Comprehensive Studies on the Lacertids Podarcis vaucheri and Psammodromus algirus
The Effect of Bleaching Agents on the Microstructure and Surface Microhardness of Three Calcium Silicate-Based Barrier Materials

Introduction: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of exposure to sodium perborate and H2O2 on the surface characteristics of MTA Angelus, Biodentine and MTA Repair HP after 1 and 6 month time intervals. Methods and Materials: Three calcium silicate-based cements were evaluated: MTA Angelus, Biodentine, MTA Repair HP. A total of 234 specimens were stored in Hank’s balanced salt solution (HBSS) for 1 month or 6 months in which afterwards were divided into 3 groups according to bleaching agent applied: control, sodium perborate, 35% hydrogen peroxide. The microstructural changes were evaluated by scanning electron microscopy and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. The surface microhardness was also evaluated. Data were analyzed by one-way analysis of variance and Games-Howell post-hoc tests for the effect bleaching agents and hydraulic calcium silicate-based cements and t-test was for the effect of time. Results: Distinctive alterations with uneven depression areas, woodpecker defects and cracks were seen due to exposure to perborate and H2O2 on all evaluated cements. Exposure to H2O2 caused a decrease in Ca/Si ratio in all experimental cements. Both H2O2 and perborate significantly decreased the microhardness of all cement (P<0.05) with H2O2 having a more profound effect (P<0.01). A 6-month delay in exposure to bleaching agents significantly increased the microhardness of Biodentine compared to 1 month (P<0.001 for both bleaching agents). Conclusion: Based on this in vitro study, H2O2 had more detrimental effects on MTA Angelus, Biodentine and MTA Repair HP. Sodium perborate may be a more conservative selection when considering effects on barrier materials.
Pengaruh Akuntabilitas, Kesesuaian Kompensasi Dan Pengendalian Intern Terhadap Potensi Kecurangan Dana Desa

This research aim to determine the effect of accountability, suitability of compensation and intern control. Type of this research on causality. The population in this study was in village at Lima Puluh Kota.This research uses the total sampling technique so that the entire population in used as the research sample. The data scource is primary data. Methods of collecting data by distributing questionnaires. The result of the research concluded that accountability, suitability of compensation had a significant negative effect and internal control had a significant positive effect on potential fraud.
Should I shrink or should I flow? – body size adjustment to thermo-oxygenic niche

Organisms adjust their size according to temperature and supposedly also respond to its negative covariate, oxygen. To what extent is size a response to temperature or oxygen? We analyzed the thermo-oxygenic niche for the community of 188 rotifer species. Evolution toward ranges of thermal tolerance occurred separately from evolution toward their optima. Body size was adjusted to both temperature and oxygen, but the cues for body size response differed; size was either driven by optimal temperatures or by the oxygen tolerance range. Animals are clearly separated into generalists or specialists, and their evolutionary body size adjustment is realized through differential responses to environmental factors. Oxygen is as important as temperature in the evolution of body size and ecological niche preference. An important conclusion from this study is that oxygen deprivation following global warming seems to be as problematic for the studied organisms as the temperature increase itself.
Dubaification in practice: an inter-scalar analysis of Belgrade Waterfront

ABSTRACT Large-scale real estate development projects are increasingly often facilitated by transnational flows of capital investment and development expertise. While such projects clearly contain elements that closely correspond to classic notions of urban entrepreneurialism, the drivers and strategies behind them are rather different due to the close involvement of national level state actors, real estate developers and capital investors respectively. Against this backdrop, this paper discusses the case of Belgrade Waterfront, a large-scale mixed-use real estate development project in Serbia, developed by a company from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is illustrated how the foreign developer and the Serbian government are realizing the project by selectively applying a number of “Dubai-principles” to urban development. Based on extensive qualitative research, including interviews in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Belgrade, it is argued that the experimental purposes of this transnational project are best understood through a combined lens of geopolitical and geoeconomic processes.
The Influence of Enterprise Risk Management Practices on Organizational Performance: Evidence from Kenyan State Corporations

The main purpose of the study was to determine enterprise risk management effect on organizational performance of state corporations in Kenya. This study was guided by agency theory. The study used explanatory cross sectional survey design. Primary data was collected from structured questionnaires. A survey was carried out on 218 state corporations in Kenya. Data collected was analyzed by use of descriptive and inferential statistics. The research hypotheses were tested using multiple regression analysis. The results revealed that risk structure, governance and process practices had positive and significant effect on organizational performance. This study contributes to theory by centering enterprise risk management on the empirical testing of agency theory on the relationship between enterprise risk management practices and organizational performance. The study recommends that policy makers in state corporations should integrate risk management practices across all functions and business units for the purpose of addressing risks before they even occur.
PENINGKATAN AKTIFITAS BELAJAR MAHASISWA DENGAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN KELAS VIRTUAL GOOGLE CLASSROOM

Media Pembelajaran berbasis teknologi kini menjadi hal yang sangat dibutuhkan di perguruan tinggi baik bagi mahasiswa maupun dosen. Kemampuan dan kecanggihan google classroom sebagai e-learning berbasis web dan mobile dibeberapa penelitian dapat meningkatkan minat, motivasi serta hasil belajar peserta didik menjadi lebih baik. Performa dalam penyimpanan data serta menyajikan konten dinamis seperti video yang stabil membuat peneliti tertarik untuk meneliti pengembangan kelas virtual google classroom pada Mata Kuliah PAI di Fakultas Non-Agama Islam sebagai upaya mendukung aktifitas belajar mahasiswa. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengembangkan Bahan Ajar PAI dengan menggunakan kelas virtual Google classroom serta bagaimana Bahan Ajar PAI menggunakan kelas virtual google classroom dapat mendukung aktifitas belajar mahasiswa. Di dalam penelitian ini, dilakukan suatu penelitian yang membuat suatu rancangan konten media yang disajikan melalui google classroom dengan memvalidasi atau menguji efektivitas, efisiensi, dan kepraktisan produk tersebut. Hasil dari penelitian ini diharapkan bisa menjadi referensi dan bahan bagi Pengajar/Dosen PAI dalam pelaksanaan pembelajaran. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian pengembangan yang biasanya disingkat dengan R n D sehingga langkah-langkah penelitian melalui tujuh tahap yakni, (1) analisis potensi dan masalah, (2) pengumpulan data, (3) desain produk, (4) validasi desain, (5) perbaikan desain, (6) uji coba produk, dan (7) revisi produk. Â Kata kunci: Aktifitas Belajar, Google Classroom, Pendidikan Agama Islam
Influence of relative humidity on phosphine concentration during aluminium phosphide (ALP) fumigation¬ in pigeon pea

Phosphine fumigant is widely used to control stored insect pest infestation in grains. The study on Aluminium Phosphide (ALP) fumigation was conducted to find out the effect of relative humidity on concentration of phosphine. Aluminium phosphide (tablet) 56% formulation was used for fumigation of two stacks of pigeon pea grains, each of 4 MT capacities. During fumigation first stack the humidity was ranged 60 to 70% and another stack the humidity was between 50 to 60%. Fumigation procedure carried out as per National Standards of Phytosanitary Measures (NSPM) with dose rate of 3 tablets / MT for 10 days exposure period. Phosphine concentration was monitored in both stacks from 1 to 10 days after fumigation. After 24 hrs (1 day) of treatment the average phosphine concentration was 340 ppm in stack with higher humidity and terminal concentration (after 10 days) was 315 ppm, whereas in stacks with lower humidity the concentration was 309 ppm and 184 ppm after 24 hrs and 10 days respectively. The results revealed that concentration of phosphine was directly proportional to the humidity.
Evolution of contribution timing in public goods games

Life history strategies are a crucial aspect of life, which are complicated in group-living species, where payoffs additionally depend on others’ behaviours. Previous theoretical models of public good games have generally focused on the amounts individuals contribute to the public good. Yet a much less studied strategic aspect of public good games, the timing of contributions, can also have dramatic consequences for individual and collective performance. Here, we develop game theoretical models to explore how the timing of contributions evolves. We show how contributing rapidly is not necessarily optimal, since delayers can act as “cheats,” avoiding contributing while reaping the benefits of the public good. However, delaying too long can put the delayers at a disadvantage as they can miss out on the benefits. These effects lead to bistability in a single group, and spatial diversity among multiple interacting groups.
An analytical cross sectional study on hypothyroidism in pregnancy, its maternal and fetal outcome

Background: Hypothyroidism is associated with maternal and fetal complications. This study aims to evaluate the prevalence, maternal and fetal outcome in hypothyroidism. Objective of this study was to determine whether thyroid function test can be recommended as a universal or selective screening in pregnancy.Methods: An analytical cross-sectional study with internal comparison carried out at Govt. Kilpauk Medical College & Hospital from September 2017 to July 2018 for antenatal mothers in third trimester. Serum TSH and freeT3, T4 in case of abnormal TSH were measured, grouped into subclinical and overt hypothyroidism and were treated with Levothyroxine. Six-week follow-up with TSH, pregnancy complications were observed.Results: 932 pregnant mothers were followed up. Prevalence of hypothyroidism was 10.5% (n = 98). Among the hypothyroid 62.24% (n = 61) had subclinical and 37.76% (n = 37) had overt hypothyroidism. The prevalence of anaemia was 35% in overt and 15% in subclinical hypothyroid group (p = 0.019). Preeclampsia is reported in 49% of overt and 16% of subclinical hypothyroid group (p = <0.001), statistically significant. Eclampsia was noted in 1 (1.64%) overt hypothyroid patient. Abruptio placenta was observed in 1 subclinical and 4 overt hypothyroid patients (5.1%). The incidence of preterm labour in this study subjects was 38% in overt and 20% in subclinical hypothyroid group (p = 0.048). The incidence of LBW fetus was 41% in overt hypothyroid and 21% in subclinical hypothyroid group (p = 0.041). The incidence of complication in this study was 41% in subclinical and 78% in overt hypothyroid group (p = <0.001). Conclusions: Early screening, adequate treatment and follow up will bring down maternal and fetal complications in hypothyroidism.
Spatio-temporal impact assessment of land use / land cover (LU-LC) change on land surface temperatures over Jaipur city in India

ABSTRACT Urban development has consequently given rise to the empirically observed phenomenon of the urban heat island (UHI). The article aims to determine the change in land surface temperature (LST) over Jaipur study area during the period from 2008 to 2011 and analyzes the spatial variation of LST in the context of changes in land use/land cover (LU-LC). The LST has been retrieved from Moderate Resolution Imaging Spectroradiometer (MODIS) images for the years 2008 and 2011 to find the variation of LST as per the LU-LC classes. Results show a significant rise in temperature for all LU-LC categories during the study period. The percentage impervious surface area (ISA) pattern of these classes has also been analyzed for both the years, and a rising trend in ISA for different LU-LC categories has been observed; showing that Jaipur city has witnessed substantial growth in built-up area at the cost of greener patches and open land at a fast pace having a clear impact on LST variation. The average rise in temperature during winter season was found to be around 2.6 °C while 1.47 °C rise was observed during summers. Inter-seasonal variations of LST on different LU-LC over Jaipur have been analyzed.
The Brazilian scientific production on Pediatric Dentistry in an international context A produção científica brasileira em Odontopediatria em um contexto internacional La producción científica en Odontopediatría de Brasil en un contexto internacional

Objective: To analyze Brazilian scientific production in pediatric dentistry. Methods: Four journals were selected from the Journal Citation Reports 2011 database. All papers published between 2000 and 2011 were reviewed. The variables were the number of scientific articles published in each journal, institution of origin, authorship of articles and the involvement of both national and international partnerships. Results: From 2.428 articles retrieved, 315 were by Brazilian authors, with an average of 26.25 articles per year. Conclusions: The participation of Brazilian researchers increased from 2000 to 2011. The majority of the production occurred in public higher education institutions from the southeast of the country, and only a few studies were performed in partnership with researchers from different institutions, whether domestic or international. The development of collaborative networks between researchers from different institutions should be encouraged as a way to increase high impact scientific production in pediatric dentistry
Occupational therapists in community mental health teams for older people in England: Findings from a five-year research programme

Introduction This English study is the first to focus on the contribution of occupational therapists to the work of community mental health teams for older people. Method A mixed methods study comprising: a national survey of community mental health team managers; caseload audit; qualitative interviews; and a practitioner survey provided information on team membership and functions, user characteristics, accounts of occupational therapists’ roles and experiences, and work characteristics. Findings Occupational therapists worked mainly with people with dementia and were involved in both generic and specialist tasks, with the latter focusing largely on maintaining functionality. They had found ways to balance their roles for the benefit of the team without loss of professional identity. Some differences of opinion between clinical leads and occupational therapists were reported. Stress levels among occupational therapists were similar to those of professional colleagues. Conclusion Some findings contrast with earlier studies of community mental health teams for working-age adults, offering new insights into the nature of the occupational therapists’ experiences. To ensure that occupational therapists in these settings are able to contribute effectively, a shared understanding of their role is required between them and their clinical leads.
HEPATITE B NO MUNICÍPIO DE SALVADOR, BAHIA, BRASIL: PADRÃO EPIDEMIOLÓGICO E ASSOCIAÇÃO DAS VARIÁVEIS SOCIODEMOGRÁFICAS

Objective: To describe the epidemiologic profile of hepatitis B and identify the demographic area of residence of individuals affected by this disease in the city of Salvador, Bahia, in the period 2007-2012. Material and Methods: This was an epidemiological descriptive study based on secondary data from the Injuries and Notification Information System (SINAN), which includes all cases of the disease (reported and confirmed) in the city of Salvador, Bahia. Results: A total of 9,100 viral hepatitis cases were reported and confirmed in the state of Bahia. Over the study period, Salvador accounted for 535 cases, which represents 20.26% of all notifications in the state. Our analysis confirmed some aspects reported in the literature, e.g., men aged 20 to 49 years are the individuals mostly affected by hepatitis B virus (HBV) infections. Sexual transmission was the most frequent route present in approximately 40% of cases in the years 2009 to 2011. As to the geographical location of residence, the health district Cabula Beiru had the highest number of confirmed cases (n=65), followed by Pituba Barra Rio Vermelho and Suburbio Ferroviario, a territorial division marked by distortions in the economic pattern. Conclusion: Although vaccination is available to prevent hepatitis B infections, the number of cases have increased significantly in the city of Salvador, thus highlighting the need for public policies to implement control actions as well as to support health promotion and disease prevention strategies. DESCRIPTORS Hepatitis B. Disease Notification. Epidemiological Surveillance.
The Implementation and Improvisation of Islamic School Curriculum in Buddhist Country

Thailand is one of the greatest Buddhist country in Southeast Asia, therefore the Buddhism values and culture inevitably intervene education, including the curriculum. It is interesting to investigate how Islamic school arranges and develops its own curriculum in order to balance the national interest influenced by Buddhism and the Islamic belief, values, and culture owned by the school in Thailand. This article tries to illustrate Anuban Islam Songkhla School as one of the Islamic schools adapts the national educational policy and arranges their curriculum rooted on Islamic vision. This research found that Songkhla School does not implement all policy endorsed by the government officially due to its incompatibility with the Islamic vision of the school. Article History Received : August 2018 Accepted : September 2019 Published : November 2019