Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Distribution and consistency of Ancona and Livorno poultry breed in Central Italy

Abstract Nowadays most of the Italian chickens’ breeds are replaced with commercial hybrids characterised by higher productive performance. However, the safeguard of biodiversity and consequently the genetic variability are a very important issue, and for this reason, it is fundamental to include local strains in preservation programs. In Italy, the poultry Genealogic Book has been recently constituted, and includes 22 chicken breeds. The diffusion of these strains is strictly linked to the territory of origin, in particular in the Central Italy, the Ancona and Livorno chicken breeds are the mainly widespread ones. The aim of this study was to determine the consistency and the characteristics of the farms involved in the farming of Ancona and Livorno chicken breeds in Central Italy. A survey to analyse the facilities, the human resources and the chicken population consistencies was conducted in the farms of Abruzzo, Lazio, Marche, Tuscany and Umbria regions. All the investigated farms can be identified as ‘hobby-farms’ being small scale ones and leading the breeding of Ancona and Livorno chickens as a secondary business. The survey also confirmed that the presence of the strains depends on the region: 100% of Marche farms bred Ancona whereas, in Tuscany the Livorno breed is the most common. Highlights A survey in centre Italy was carried out to determine the consistency of Ancona and Livorno chicken breeds; The Ancona and Livorno chickens breed were reared in small scale farms; The widespread of the breeds depend on the region: Ancona breed is most present in the Marche region while the Livorno is mainly bred in Tuscany.
Determination of Vestibulo-ocular Reflex Gain Normal Values in Children with Video Head Impuls Test

Received/Geliş Tarihi: 09.04. 2020 Accepted/Kabul Tarihi: 11.08. 2020 Address for Correspondence/Yazışma Adresi: Ayşe Pelin Yiğider MD, University of Health Sciences Turkey, İstanbul Training and Research Hospital, Clinic of Otolaryngology, İstanbul, Turkey Phone: +90 532 410 90 25 E-mail: pelin.gor@gmail.com ORCID ID: orcid.org/0000-0002-4206-0074 Cite this article as/Atıf: Yiğider AP, Küfeciler L, Koçak HE, Keskin M, Kaya KH, Karaman Koç A, Elbistanlı MS. Determination of Vestibulo-ocular Reflex Gain Normal Values in Children with Video Head Impuls Test. İstanbul Med J 2020; 21(6): 413-417. Introduction: Video head impuls test (vHIT) is used in the diagnosis of vestibular dysfunction. There is no study conducted on vHIT application and its results on children in our country. Our study aimed to examine vHIT tests in children with normal hearing function and to determine normal value ranges.
Genetic Lesions in Russian CLL Patients with the Most Common Stereotyped Antigen Receptors

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is one of the most common B-cell malignancies in Western countries. IGHV mutational status is the most important prognostic factor for this disease. CLL is characterized by an extreme narrowing of the IGHV genes repertoire and the existence of subgroups of quasi-identical stereotyped antigenic receptors (SAR). Some of these subgroups have already been identified as independent prognostic factors for CLL. Here, we report the frequencies of TP53, NOTCH1, and SF3B1 gene mutations and chromosomal aberrations assessed by NGS and FISH in 152 CLL patients with the most common SAR in Russia. We noted these lesions to be much more common in patients with certain SAR than average in CLL. The profile of these aberrations differs between the subgroups of SAR, despite the similarity of their structure. For most of these subgroups mutations prevailed in a single gene, except for CLL#5 with all three genes affected by mutations. It should be noted that our data concerning the mutation frequency in some SAR groups differ from that obtained previously, which could be due to the population differences between patient cohorts. The research in this area should be important for better understanding the pathogenesis of CLL and therapy optimization.
Large‐Scale Fluctuation Behavior Prior to the Crystallization of Poly(ethylene terephthalate) Glass: A Small‐Angle Light Scattering Study

The crystallization processes of amorphous, glassy‐state poly(ethylene terephthalate) (PET) at two temperatures, a low temperature near T g where PET has a slow crystallization speed and a middle temperature (about 55°C above T g ) where PET crystallization is rapid, were monitored in situ by a time‐resolved small‐angle light scattering (SALS) device. It was found that large‐scale fluctuations happened prior to the crystallization at both temperatures, but the kind of fluctuation had a temperature dependence: at the middle temperature, pure density fluctuation took place during the induction period, whereas at low temperature, both density fluctuation and orientation fluctuation occurred, but the latter was the dominant factor. Analyses of the kinetics of these two kinds of fluctuation processes demonstrated that the spinodal decomposition (SD) type of phase‐separation character was undistinguishable in the SALS scale, while the nucleation‐growth (NG) type of phase behavior could describe the scattering results as well.
Estimation of evapotranspiration for paddy under alternate wetting and drying irrigation practice *

Crop evapotranspiration (ETC) of rice under an alternate wetting and drying (AWD) irrigation practice may be different from conventional (CON) irrigation methods due to the drying (water stress) phase. The focus of this study was to identify a suitable approach for estimating ETC for a rice crop under AWD practice. Field lysimeters were used for estimating daily ETC under AWD and CON practices during monsoon and non‐monsoon seasons. Lysimeter‐based evapotranspiration (ETC_Lys) was compared with that resulting from the product of reference evapotranspiration (FAO‐56 Penman–Monteith equation), crop coefficient (FAO tabulated values‐KC_Tab and FAO equation‐KC_Eqn) and soil water stress coefficient (linear equation‐KS_Lin; FAO equation‐KS_FAO; logarithmic equation‐KS_Log). The KC_Eqn and KS_FAO methods were found to be better estimates for KC and KS, respectively, for AWD practice. The mean KC in initial, mid and late season for AWD were found to be very close to CON practice. The KS was observed to vary from 1 to 0.15 for AWD. Overall, AWD irrigation practice saved 10–20% irrigation water with about 2% reduction in grain yield and 13% reduction in ETC. The reduction in ETC indicated that KS must be considered when calculating the ETC in rice under AWD irrigation practice.
Low temperature specific heat of Ni3Al and Ni3Ga

Results of specific heat measurements between 1.5 K and 15 K on a large number of alloys in the range of existence of the Ni3Al and Ni3Ga intermetallic phases are reported. For four Ni3Ga samples the measurements were extended down to 0.2 K, and the effect of various heat treatments on the specific heat was measured on two Ni3Ga samples. The results, especially their concentration dependence, definitely exclude the presence of any appreciable contribution of the form predicted for paramagnon enhancement, but an interpretation in terms of superparamagnetic clusters also runs into serious difficulties.
Nugent Score and Vaginal Flora Abnormalities Seen in the Laboratory of University Hospital of Befelatanana

Background : Vaginal flora abnormalities are common in women in their genitally active period. The aims of this study are to describe vaginal flora abnormalities and genital infections discovered from the Nugent score and to describe the associated factors with these abnormalities. Methods : This is a prospective and descriptive study of the microbiological results of the cervico-vaginal smears from the Nugent score and the microbiological culture for a period of six months from July to December 2019. This study was carried out in the laboratory of the University Hospital Joseph Raseta Befelatanana Antananarivo in Madagascar. Results : Among of the 161 cervico-vaginal smears, the score de Nugent associated of the microbiological results showed 52 (32.3%) cases of intermediate vaginal flora, 47(29.2%) cases of bacterial vaginosis, 46 (28.6%) cases of normal vaginal flora, 13 (8.1%) cases of vaginal candidiasis and 3(1.9%) cases of Staphylococcus aureus vaginitis. Concerning the Nugent score values, scores 4 and 7 are the most common. Concerning the associated factors with these vaginal flora abnormalities, women over 40 years (p=0.20; NS), hospitalized (p=0.25; NS) and suffering from leucorrheas (p=0.02) are the most affected by these abnormalities. Conclusion : Associated with the result of microbiological culture, the Nugent score helps biologists to diagnose genital infections from the cervico-vaginal smear.
Economic Implication of Covid-19 on Antenatal Care in Niger State: A Regression Approach

Antenatal care (ANC) service has been one of the major mechanisms to curbing maternal mortality in the world. This study analyzed the economic impact of COVID-19 on ANC in Niger State, Nigeria from March – July 2020. The study objective was to evaluate the economic impact of COVID-19 on ANC. The study used secondary data from National District Health Information System (DHIS); and adopted the values from ANOVA and regression statistical estimations statistical Excel packages for analysis. The data was randomly selected from 10 local government areas (LGAs) out of 25 LGAs of the State. These LGAs recorded confirmed cases of COVID 19. The data elements Original Research Article Anoke et al.; IJRRGY, 3(3): 15-23, 2020; Article no.IJRRGY. 61937 16 (variables) were total ANC attendance and number of Sulfadoxine Pyrimethamine (SP or IPTp) taken by pregnant women in the health facility and confirmed malaria cases for pregnant women from March to July 2020. Study result indicated significant impact of COVID-19 on ANC with Pval of 0.00025. Positive and significant effect of ANC on IPTp uptake with the coefficient of 0.565912 and Pval of 0.008793, meaning that 1% increase in ANC could ead to 56.5% increase in IPTp uptake. There was no significant increase in confirmed malaria in Niger State within the period of study with Pvalue of 0.418786. The implications of the results were, it reduced the revenue being generated for the services of the health facility, exposing pregnant women and her fetus to dangers of malaria during pregnancy while stretching the fragile primary health care system; and give chance to unhealthy pregnant women and child. It could increase malaria in pregnancy which in turn reduce the efficiency of those women in economic activities, mostly, farming, buying & selling, predominant in the region. Thereby, reduced productivity and increasing poverty in that region. More so, it can lead to increase in maternal – child mortality in the State which has been a burden to the country, hence, reduction in working population that could have stimulated productivity and increase standard of living. In conclusion, the study highlights the impact of COVID-19 and potential factors for closer investigation to reduce its effects.
The Role of Recombinant Parathormone derivative in Bone healing. Making the Unfavorable, Favorable - A Systematic Review

Wound Healing is one of the most complex biological processes that occur throughout the life of humans. Immediately after an Injury, there is a coordinated response of various cellular and intracellular pathways to restore homeostasis.1 Unlike invertebrates like salamanders, which are capable of regenerating their limb or missing appendages,2 We Humans do not possess any such magical capabilities. Our System needs a programmed and well-orchestrated healing cascade in order to repair itself.
Hoard or Exploit? Intergenerational Allocation of Exhaustible Natural Resources

In this paper, a “general equilibrium” (GE) model was developed for the allocation of exhaustible natural resources to examine the impact of different extraction scenarios on intergenerational economic welfare. A stylized GE model was applied to Israel’s natural gas (NG) market to evaluate economic indicators resulting from NG-extraction scenarios: a baseline scenario based on current policy in the NG sector, a conservative scenario based on a lower extraction rate, and an intensive scenario based on a faster extraction rate. The impact of various resource income-allocation strategies on intergenerational economic welfare was examined through the mechanism of a “sovereign wealth fund” (SWF). The results indicate that a higher NG-extraction rate combined with an appropriate investment strategy for NG profits is preferable from an economic perspective compared to a conservative rate. Investment of the government take from the NG market in research and development (R&D) of renewable electricity production can sustainably increase economic welfare.
Application of a voltammetric enzymatic biosensor based on crude extract of Marasmiellus colocasiae for the detection of phenolic compounds in drinking water

The chemical and pharmaceutical industries are the main generators of residues, such as phenolic microcontaminants, including catechol, resorcinol, p-nitrophenol and 4-chlorophenol. Therefore, this work aims to identify these microcontaminants through an emerging contaminant biosensor by means of an enzymatic biosensor constructed with an enzymatic extract from the fungus Marasmiellus colocasiae. Based on the differential pulse voltammetry electrochemical technique, the biosensor was used to analyze the patterns of catechol, resorcinol, p-nitrophenol and 4-chlorophenol. The analysis of a sample prepared with these standards in water from the public supply network was also carried out. As a result, it was possible to verify that the biosensor developed in this study is more sensitive than conventional methods and has a greater affinity for catechol. In the sample prepared with the standards, it was possible to qualitatively identify the presence of 4-chlorophenol, resorcinol and catechol. The proposed biosensor was sensitive and has potential for application in the analysis of microcontaminants in the environment with the detection limit = 0.17 µmol L-1, and the quantification limit = 0.52 µmol L-1.
Students’ Habits Appear Captured by WhatsApp

Exploring students’ habits of using WhatsApp is important: such introspection helps students to reflect, and improve their actions. Habits are subconscious thoughts that drive students, for example, to use WhatsApp, even without concentrating on their learning actions. Habits are formed after students have repeated the same action. Twelve students, registered for a Bachelor of Education degree in Mathematics Education at a university in South Africa, were selected to participate. The objective of this study was to understand students’ habits of using WhatsApp in the learning of mathematics. Reflective activities, focus-group discussion, and one-on-one semi-structured interviews, framed by interpretive case study, were used for data production. The students’ habits revealed that The Tree Three Rings Theory was useful when applied as the learning framework. Such application of the theory generated three categories of habits of WhatsApp usage. Categories were social, discipline/disciplinary, and personal habits. The university at which these students were registered prescribed Moodle as the learning management system (LMS). However, the students mostly used WhatsApp. As a result, they used WhatsApp even during face-to-face classes. It appeared that students had been ‘captured’ by WhatsApp, using it as their ‘master’, instead of using it as both their ‘master’ and ‘servant’. The study concluded that, although there were elements of both personal and discipline habits, the social habits drove the learning. Consequently, this study recommends that students should reflect; using social, discipline, and personal actions as taxonomies of education habits, in order to address societal, individual, and the mathematics education needs.
An Ensemble Framework Based Outlier Detection System in High Dimensional Data

Machine learning based outlier detection methods are widely used in various domains. However, an ensemble of such detection methods could leverage detection performance. The existing ensemble methods made up of multiple unsupervised learning algorithms lack in ideal strategy for choosing right candidates as constituent detectors. It resulted in mediocrity in model stability and accuracy. To overcome this problem, in this paper, we propose an ensemble framework based outlier detection system in high dimensional data. It has ideal mechanism for effectively choosing base outlier detectors. Out of many candidate outlier detectors, the ones that yield highest performance are combined. An algorithm named Average Selection and Ensemble of Candidates for Outlier Detection (ASEC-OD). Many real world datasets are used for empirical study. The results of experiments revealed that the proposed framework outperforms many existing methods.
Modelling 3-D cellular microfluidics of different plant cells for the prediction of cellular deformations under external mechanical compression: A SPH-CG-based computational study

Computational modelling of plant cellular materials and relevant mechanics are of interest in numerous research fields. Depending on the complex fluid and solid mechanics involved, there are many numerical modelling approaches applicable in the development of such computational models. This research investigation focuses on computational modelling threedimensional (3-D) microfluidics of parenchyma cells of three different plant cellular materials: apple, potato and grape with the intention of studying corresponding physical deformations under external mechanical compression which potentially can derive valuable insights about processing of such plant materials. A coupled Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) and Coarse-Grained (CG) approach has been utilised to numerically model the cell fluid and cell wall mechanics, respectively. Quantitative simulation results indicated almost similar cell deformations yielding to top and bottom flat surfaces. In terms of stress-strain behaviour, apple and grape cells revealed stiffer behaviour relative the potato cell. It is evident based on this study that depending on the differences of physical properties of plant cells, their behaviour under compression varies. Findings of this research can be potentially beneficial in further studies towards prediction of 3-D tissue deformation under external mechanical loading.
Structural Coupling Between the Qiman Tagh and the Qaidam Basin, Northern Tibetan Plateau: A Perspective From the Yingxiong Range by Integrating Field Mapping, Seismic Imaging, and Analogue Modeling

The Qiman Tagh and the Qaidam Basin within the northern Tibetan Plateau are contrasting in geomorphological, geological, and geophysical features. The Yingxiong Range is the largest anticlinal belt in the SW Qaidam Basin and holds a key in understanding the relationship between the above two tectonic units. Herein, we investigated the geometry, shortening, timing and mechanism of the structural deformation across the Yingxiong Range by integrating field mapping, interpretation of 3‐D/2‐D seismic reflection data and analogue modeling. The structural interpretation demonstrates that the Yingxiong Range is primarily controlled by NE‐directed basement‐involved reverse faults. These faults likely sole into a décollement layer at depth of ~15 km through the excess area‐depth analysis. This pattern is complicated by the development of a local salt layer that decouples the deformation of underlying and overlying strata, as indicated by analogue modeling. Deformation initially occurred at ~8.1 Ma but strengthened at ~2.5 Ma, with total shortening up to ~5 km in the NW part but decreasing to <2 km to the SE. Together with published results, our findings revealed an NE‐directed thrust system involving the Qiman Tagh and the SW Qaidam Basin, with the Yingxiong Range as the front of this system. We further inferred that this NE‐directed thrust system in the upper crust, together with the previously identified SW‐directed deep reverse fault offsetting the Moho, may form a southwestward tapering tectonic wedge, which likely results from the heterogeneity of lithospheric mantle between the Qaidam Basin and the Qiman Tagh‐East Kunlun Shan.
Examining the effects of workplace well-being and high-performance work systems on health harm: a Sustainable HRM perspective

Purpose This paper aims to provide an empirical investigation into the mediating role of high-performance work systems (HPWS) on health harm (HH). The study also examines the negative moderated role of workplace well-being (WW) and its indirect effect on work intensification (WI) and HH. The paper highlights the implications of the HH on individuals, organizations, families and societies and recognizes the need for sustainable human resource management (HRM) practices that drive employee well-being, thereby reducing the HH. More importantly, the study extends the understanding of sustainable goals through sustainable HRM. Design/methodology/approach Data was collected using four established scales. The data collected from 324 executives were analyzed using the SPSS 25.0 Version and AMOS 21.0. Findings The study results confirmed that WW practices reduce the adverse effects arising out of HPWS and WI. The results proved that WI is positively related to HH, and that WW moderates the relationship between HPWS and HH such that HPWS is more positively associated with HH when the WW is low compared to when WW is high. Research limitations/implications The data were collected from executives working in Information Technology (IT) organizations in India. The findings and the implications may not be generalized to other industries, as the data is collected from IT professionals. Practical implications The study highlights the need for organizations to develop sustainable HRM practices to minimize the HH of work. Organizations should implement well-being interventions and develop activities that promote an individual’s mental and physical well-being alongside limiting work intensity. Originality/value HRM Literature reveals the positive effect of HPWS that it engages employees to achieve a competitive advantage to the firm. However, this study examines and empirically proves the negative impact of HPWS on employee health and well-being.
Roadside Topsoil Concentrations of Lead and Other Heavy Metals in Ibadan, Nigeria

Concentrations of Pb, Zn, Cd, Cu, Cr, Co, and Ni were determined in roadside topsoil collected from locations of varied vehicular traffic densities in the city of Ibadan, Nigeria, with a view to determining the level of contamination and the contribution of traffic density. Levels of Pb, Zn, Cd, and Cu were elevated above background concentrations measured in control areas. Average values (ppm) for all sample locations were Pb — 81±140; Zn — 48±37; Cd — 0.55±0.49; Cu — 17±17; Cr — 22.1±9.6; Co — 7.9±3.8; Ni — 10.5±9.7. Factors of accumulation of metals in roadsides relative to control sites were highest for Pb. Vehicular traffic was not an important source of chromium, cobalt and nickel, for which roadside concentrations were about those of the control sites. Metal concentrations were poorly correlated with traffic volumes. An average of about 60% of total soil concentration of the metals were determined to be held in bioavailable geochemical phases, of which the highest concentrations were mostly held in either the reducible or oxidizable phase. Levels of the metals in the topsoil were generally lower than the soil quality criteria of some developed countries.