Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Paediatric cardiac surgery for a continent - the experience of the Walter Sisulu Paediatric Cardiac Centre for Africa : paediatric cardiac surgery

Very few African countries have the resources to provide optimum paediatric cardiac services to their largely indigent populations. In the current era, in countries with access to modern paediatric cardiac care, mortality for congenital heart disease occurs more often in adulthood than in childhood. This level of care is largely unavailable in Africa. The Walter Sisulu Paediatric Cardiac Centre for Africa was set up in 2003 as a public-private collaborative initiative to extend modern paediatric cardiac care to the continent. Three core functions form the basis of our operations: service delivery, training, and research. This communication reviews our experience with this effort over an eight-year period. We have performed 2 023 procedures on 1 738 patients including a large proportion of neonates and infants with an overall mortality of 7.1%. Our charity arm sponsored 21.5% of these patients. We have encountered problems peculiar to the African context which we discuss. We also describe innovative techniques in management of specific patient populations. Our training efforts yielded two qualified paediatric cardiac surgeons who now work at the centre and two additional surgeons are in training. We have participated in research leading to publication of papers in peer-reviewed journals. In spite of our achievements, we recognise the enormous challenges faced by the continent in terms of paediatric cardiac care. An attempt has been made to quantify the burden of congenital disease in Africa to guide planning and training. We offer recommendations on how to address some of these pressing health issues for children of the continent.
The diet of Weddell seals (Leptonychotes weddellii) in Terra Nova Bay using stable isotope analysis

Abstract Stable isotope analyses were used to investigate the diet of Weddell seals in Terra Nova Bay (Ross Sea) and the potential variation of their foraging behaviour with age, sex and body mass. For this purpose, skin samples were collected from adult breeding seals and pups, together with muscle samples of their potential prey. Our results showed variation in foraging behavior between age classes, with pups reporting lower δ13C values than adults, while no significant differences in δ15N were recorded. In addition, contrary to expectations, a mixing model analysis showed that adult seals foraged mainly on shallow benthic prey, such as Trematomus spp. (34.1%) and Dissostichus mawsoni (21.1%), rather than on pelagic fish, such as Pleuragramma antarcticum (9.8%). Overall, with this paper we provide novel diet information on a seal colony not previously sampled, adding new insight into the feeding ecology of a top Antarctic predator.
Slouched Posture, Sleep Deprivation, and Mood Disorders: Interconnection and Modulation by Theta Brain Waves

Factors such as sleep, posture, and diet can impact EEG readings and have physiological and neurological effects that, when in dysfunctional ranges, may increase susceptibility to developing affective mood disorders or other psychiatric issues. Based on an observation of a neurofeedback client generating excessive amounts of theta rhythms while in a slouched posture, we discuss the role of theta rhythms in brain function and emotional regulation. Slouched posture has been strongly correlated with depressive symptoms. Although the precise nature of the relationship between slouched posture, sleep, and depressive symptoms remains unclear, the literature suggests a cyclical, reciprocal dynamic that is modulated by the involvement of theta rhythms. We recommend that neurofeedback practitioners assess their patients’ posture while training, as it could affect the training’s effectiveness. Sleep patterns should be assessed prior to the initiation of neurofeedback; if sleep issues remain a consistent problem, efforts to optimize the biological matrix may be indicated. Simple changes in body posture, diet monitoring, and strategies to reduce sleep deprivation may be helpful.
Effect of variety and planting dates on mungbean green pod and dry seed yields

In order to determine the impact of different planting dates on mungbean varieties as double purpose crop for vegetable and seed yields, field trials were conducted in clay soil in Qalubia governorate, during 2017 and 2018 summer seasons. Kawmy-1 and V2010 varieties were sown at 5 dates every two weeks namely, 15/5 (D1), 1/6 (D2), 15/6 (D3), 1/7 (D4) and 15/7 (D5) . The results showed that Kawmy-1 surpassed V2010 in plant height, no. of pods palnt -1 , seed yield plant -1 as well as seed yield ha -1 in the 1 st and 2 nd harvests at 80 and 100 days after sowing respectively and total seed yield ha -1 . Regardless planting date Kawmy-1 was earlier in 50% flowering period and produced > 50% of sed yield plant -1 and seed yield ha -1 of the total seed yield at the 1 st harvest (80 days after sowing) compared with V2010. There were not significant effects among different planting dates in flowering until 1/7 planting date (D4) thereafter, the flowering duration was significantly shortened. Plant height was not affected till 1/6 planting date (D2) thereafter, it was gradually declined. The best seed yield ha -1 was attained at 15/5 and 1/6 planting dates (D1 and D2), and in the subsequent planting dates it reduced gradually in the later planting dates. The planting date 15/5 (D1) gave the highest seed yield ha -1 and surpassed D2 without significant differences among D2 and D3, D4 and D5 in the total seed yield ha -1 . The interaction between variety and planting date showed that Kawmy-1 was superior in seed yield ha -1 when it was sown either in D1 (15/5) or D2 (1/6) followed by V2010 when it was planted at D1. The results of mungbean as vegetable crop indicated that Kawmy-1 variety produced greater green pods yield than V2010. Gradual reductions in green pods yield as planting date retarded and the best green yield pods was reported at D1 planting date. Regarding the interaction effect between variety and planting date on green yield pods, the results showed that the best planting dates were D1 and D2 for both varieties to produce the greatest green pods yield. It could be concluded that mungbean could be used as double purpose crop ether for green pods or dry seed which permits this crop to expand its uses under Egyptian conditions. The results emphasized that mungbean is among the most temperature sensitive crops and its production could fluctuate with a slight change in temperature due to planting dates which could be observed from the lower yields in the later planting dates compared with the best planting date D1.
Radish Juice Promote Kidney Stone Deposition in Ethylene Glycol-induced Urolithiasis in Rats

Urolithiasis is a well-known problem that stones could form in various parts of the urinary system and it is the most common disease of the urinary tract. The current study was planned to investigate the effect of radish juice on ethylene glycol (EG)-induced urolithiasis. Twenty-one rats randomly divided into three groups. The first group was the control group was received normal standard diet and drinking water and the second group represented the model group received 0.75% EG in drinking water ad libitum. The third group received radish juice (2 ml/kg of body weight) by gavage plus EG (0.75%) in drinking water ad libitum. The experiment was conducted for 28 days. The light microscope examination revealed a disturbed histological architecture of the kidney tissues, including dilated renal tubules, aggregation of infiltrated leukocytes inflammatory cells, and crystal deposition in the model group. The EG plus radish juice treated rats showed higher crystal density with improved renal tubule structure and alleviated inflammation. Both treated groups showed various biochemical alterations compared to control group, but the most interest biochemical result was the significant decrease of malondialdehyde, a lipid peroxidation marker, and in the radish plus EG group compared to the EG group. Scanning electron microscopy showed clear structural detail about calcium oxalate crystals in which radish-treated group showed higher crystal deposition and calcified tissue compared to EG group. The present study concluded that radish juice promotes stone deposition but exerted an antioxidant effect.
Why Do Japanese Bully More than Americans? Influence of External Locus of Control and Student Attitudes Toward Bullying

It is widely accepted that Japanese, compared to Americans, commit fewer criminal and other forms of deviant acts. However, there is evidence that Japanese students have an unusually high prevalence of bullying. In the current study, we develop a rationale for predicting that Japanese students, relative to Americans, should be oriented more strongly toward an external locus of control and have more favorable attitudes toward bullying, which, in turn, might explain why student bullying is more prevalent in Japan than in the U.S. Analyses of comparable survey data from college students in Japan (N = 584) and the U.S. (N = 623) provide generally supportive evidence for our predictions. In agreement with expectations, Japanese students committed more bullying acts during their high school days than Americans. Further, Japanese students were oriented more strongly toward an external locus of control and had more favorable attitudes toward bullying. After controlling for both an external locus of control and student attitudes toward bullying, the initially significant difference between the two samples in student bullying disappeared. We discuss the utility of comparative research to increase our understanding of cross-national differences in student bullying. We suggest that longitudinal comparative data on an external locus of control and student attitudes toward bullying, both of which reflect individual cognitive orientations, are an important resource for further development of school intervention programs around the world.
Study on properties of sisal fiber modified foamed concrete

Sisal fiber modified foamed concrete was prepared with ordinary Portland cement and vegetable protein foaming agent as the base material and sisal fiber as the modifier. The distribution of fibers in the sample changes. The results show that when the fiber content is 0.75% and the fiber length is 5mm, the mechanical properties of foamed concrete are improved most obviously, and the respectively. Sisal fiber can effectively improve the shrinkage of foamed concrete. The longer sisal fiber is, the smaller the drying shrinkage of modified foamed concrete is. From the optical photos of concrete, it can be seen that at the same mixing amount (1%), fibers with lengths of 5mm and 10mm are more evenly dispersed than those with lengths of 15mm, which have little impact on the bubble holes.
Frailty in People with Intellectual Disabilities : Frequency, determinants and consequences

markdownabstract__Abstract__ The last two centuries, the increased life expectancy has led to a shift in the age distribution towards higher ages, in high-income countries. Although the total number of older people is increasing and people reach a higher age, the additional life years are not always healthy years. As a consequence, both individuals and society have to deal with age-related health problems including chronic diseases, cognitive decline, social isolation and disabilities in daily functioning. As Clegg and coauthors recently stressed in the Lancet, eventually, the accumulation of such problems may lead to the onset of frailty, a phenomenon receiving increased attention in both science and health care. Frail individuals are more likely to deteriorate in their daily functioning, develop mobility limitations, are more often hospitalized, develop more often chronic diseases and have shorter survival probabilities. With increased longevity, the number of frail older persons is increasing, making frailty one of the major health care problems in high-income countries.
Did the Poor Adapt to Their Circumstances? Evidence from Long-Run Russian Panel Data

Very few studies currently exist on poverty adaptation to subjective well-being. We offer analysis on poverty adaptation for Russia, a middle-income country in transition, using panel data for 2001-2017. We found no poverty adaption for life satisfaction and subjective wealth, with longer poverty spells being associated with more dissatisfaction. Similar results hold for other outcomes including satisfaction with own economic conditions, work contract, job, pay, and career, and for poverty defined using either absolute or relative thresholds. Some evidence indicates that while those living in rural areas or born outside of Russia have similar levels of poverty adaptation for life satisfaction, they may adapt less regarding subjective wealth. There is also some evidence that women may be less adaptive than men, particularly for longer poverty duration.
The Effect of Age and Seat Height on Sit-to-Stand Transfer Biomechanics and Muscle Activation

ABSTRACT Objective: To determine the effects of age and seat height on lower limb biomechanics and electromyography (EMG) during a sit-to-stand (STS). Methods: 10 older and 10 younger adults performed five STS trials from normal knee height and raised height. Bilateral lower limb and trunk motion, ground reaction forces and EMG were measured. Two-way analysis of variance tested for main effects (group, height) and interactions (alpha = 0.05). Results: Older adults had significantly greater peak and integrated EMG of most muscles (27–125%). Normal seat height had significantly greater peak angles, hip and knee flexion moments, and peak and integrated EMG of most muscles. Conclusion: Despite similar biomechanics, older adults had greater EMG activity, supporting greater relative muscular demands during STS. The raised seat height reduced hip and knee biomechanical demands and muscle activity. This study is the first to provide evidence of age-related changes in muscle activation during a STS from different seat heights.
DETERMINATION OF THOUGHTS OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS TOWARDS SPERM BANKS IN TURKEY

Aim: The purpose of the study is to determine thoughts of university students towards illegal sperm banks in Turkey. Material and Method: The population of this descriptive study consists of students who have stayed in Erzurum Higher Education Credit and Hostels Institution in the fall semester of 2012-2013 academic year. Method of simple random sampling was used to determine the sample group of study. The sample group of the study consisted of 499 students. The questionnaire form prepared by the researchers involved 24 questions. Percentage distribution, mean, and chisquare test were used to assess the data. Results: When participants were asked which methods are referred if they experience infertility problem in the future, 62.5% of them marked in-vitro fertilisation and constituted the most crowded group (n=312), and 1.8% (n=9) marked the option of sperm bank. 79% of participants stated that the sperm bank should not be legal in Turkey; 76.2% stated that the sperm bank is not appropriate in ethical terms; 77.8% indicated that the sperm bank is not appropriate in religious aspect. 12.1% of men, who participated in the study, stated that they considered selling their sperm as a source of income. Conclusion: Considering the socio-cultural uncertainties about the matter and lack of confidence in people due to its illegality, it can be foreseeable that social values related to the sperm bank would change in the near future. Key words: Ethics, Nursing, Sperm bank
Assessment of Factors Associated with Low Adherence to Pharmacotherapy in Elderly Patients

Objective: To assess factors associated with low adherence to pharmacotherapy in elderly patients. Methods: A prospective cross sectional observational study was conducted in Bharati Hospital and Research Centre, Pune over a period of 6 months. A total of 240 Elderly patients (≥60 years), taking 4 or more medications daily for any medical illness or illnesses were enrolled in the study. The details like age, gender, educational and employment status, physical activity, social history, past medical and medication history, current medications were noted in self pre designed patient pro forma. The medication adherence was assessed by using Brief Medication Questionnaire (BMQ). Results: The assessment of the patient’s responses to the four scale BMQ showed that out of 240 patients, only 5.8% patients were adherent in regimen scale, 60% were adherent in belief scale, 15% were adherent in recall scale and 37.5% were adherent in access scale. Complexity of medication regimen (74.1%) was the main barrier to medication adherence. More than half of patients were unable to name their medications (68.3%). The main reason for non adherence would be related to patient related factors such as lack of knowledge about the disease (63.3%), inadequate knowledge regarding therapy (60%), taking so many pills at the same time (51.7%), forgetfulness (50.84%), difficulty in remembering to take all the pills (48.3%) and difficulty on refilling in time (20.0%). Conclusion: Various factors associated with medication nonadherence were complexity of medication regimen, lack of knowledge about the disease and therapy, difficulty in remembering to take medications and taking so many pills at the same time. Key words: Brief medication questionnaire, Factors associated with medication non-adherence.
I (do not) consume; therefore, I am: Investigating materialism and voluntary simplicity through a moderated mediation model

Correspondence Abhisek Kuanr, Department of Marketing, Xavier School of Management, XLRI, Jamshedpur 831001, India. Email: r13002@astra.xlri. ac.in Abstract With the burgeoning of consumer culture and materialism on a global scale, a counter‐culture movement, namely, voluntary simplicity, is slowly gaining currency. Extant research reveals a degree of disparateness in the relationship between materialism and voluntary simplicity. Drawing on the value‐basis theory and anti‐ consumption research, the current study attempts at an unorthodox study of the fledgling culture of anti‐consumption in urban India. The paper empirically examines the relationship between materialism and voluntary simplicity in India. This research, through an experimental study followed by a sample survey, conducted among urban Indian consumers, examines how satisfaction with life, self‐efficacy, and individualism interact with materialistic values to eventually influence voluntary simplicity attitudes. In Study 1 (N = 74 working professionals), we experimentally triggered materialistic aspirations and evaluated their effects on voluntary simplicity in comparison to a control condition. In Study 2 (N = 315), individuals self‐rated their materialistic values, satisfaction with life, self‐efficacy, cultural orientation, and voluntary simplicity attitude. Our study, contrary to the suggestions in the existing literature, demonstrates that materialists espouse voluntary simplicity attitudes when environmental degradation around them directly impacts their health, wealth, and well‐being. In addition to the positive direct effect, satisfaction with life and self‐ efficacy serially mediate the relationship between materialism and voluntary simplicity, providing a welcome divergence from dark‐sided conceptualizations of materialism. Our results help global marketers, and public policymakers better understand the interaction between materialistic values and sustainable consumption attitudes, in the developing country perspective.
A Decade of Customer Engagement Research in Hospitality and Tourism: A Systematic Review and Research Agenda

Over the past decade, customer engagement has attracted significant interest from academics and practitioners. This article reviews and synthesizes customer engagement research published in seven leading hospitality and tourism journals between 2009 and 2019. It systematically analyzes publication outlets and trajectories, study sectors, methodological approaches, analytical techniques, conceptualizations of customer engagement, classifications of antecedents and consequences, and key mediators and moderators. This article also presents a model summarizing extant customer engagement research and identifies critical avenues for future scholarly inquiry into customer engagement. The comprehensive review and analysis offered in this article contribute to the literature by detailing the status of customer engagement research and the evolution of relevant literature over the past 11 years.
The awareness of adults concerning health-oriented attitudeswhich reduce the risk of the development of dentalcaries in children

The promotion of mouth cavity health is an inseparable element of widely understood health promotion. One should take care of their health, which includes healthy mouth cavity, already from an early age. In childhood in particular, adults play significant role in the development of health-oriented habits in children. The question arises, to what extent they are prepared to the role of educator and promoter of healthy mouth cavity.
Addition of bevacizumab to compensate for the negative influence of attenuated relative dose intensity of cytotoxic agents on the outcome in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer.

e14614 Background: We reported that relative dose intensity (RDI) of key cytotoxic agents, irinotecan (IRI) and oxaliplatin (OX), is a significant predictor of disease control in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC). However, in concomitant therapy with bevacizumab (BEV), the influence of adding BEV on the relation between RDI of cytotoxic agents and outcomes are unclear. In this study, we evaluate the impact of BEV on RDI of IRI and OX-based chemotherapy on the outcome of mCRC. Methods: A retrospective analysis of mCRC patients entered into three prospective clinical trials, testing FOLFIRI (CCOG-0502), mFOLFOX6 (CCOG-0704), FOLFIRI plus BEV and mFOLFOX6 plus BEV (CCOG-0801), was performed. RDI was calculated as the delivered dose intensity divided by standard dose intensity calculated for each regimen and compared to response rate (RR), disease control rate (DCR) and progression-free survival (PFS). Results: In FOLFIRI therapy, higher RDI (IRI, >median: 80%) group achieved significant bette.
In search of informed discretion: an experimental investigation of fairness and trust reciprocity

The invention provides a baling machine for baling groups of packages containing product into a bale bag. Packages are transported to fall down a chute individually where they are stacked in a group until the group is allowed to fall into a bale bag and into engagement with a moving platform which decelerates the group to minimize impact and resulting bruising. The filled bale bag is then ejected and closed.
Young Men’s Understandings of Male Breast Cancer: “Pink Ribbons” and “War Wounds”

The aim of this small-scale exploratory study was to investigate young men’s understandings of male breast cancer. In-depth semi-structured interviews ranging between one to two hours were conducted with six English-speaking men aged 18–35, recruited through opportunity sampling. Inductive thematic analysis revealed four key themes: association of breast cancer with femininity, reluctance to disclose breast cancer/visit the GP, body image concerns associated with breast cancer and treatment, and gendered identity and disclosure of a breast cancer diagnosis. Men were reluctant to wear a pink ribbon but would be proud to sport a mastectomy scar perceived as a “war wound”. Findings are discussed in relation to the possible psychological and social hurdles facing men diagnosed with breast cancer, and implications for encouraging men to refer to general practice when appropriate.