Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Effect of Supplementation of Tinospora cordifolia (at Graded Levels) and Ascorbic Acid on Nutrient Metabolizability and Feed Passage Rate of Broiler Chickens

A study was conducted September to October, 2016 to investigate the effect of Tinospora cordifolia (at graded levels) or ascorbic acid alone and in combinations on nutrient metabolizability and feed passage rate using 360 one day old broiler chicks. The experiment was done in 5×2 factorial experiment within a completely randomized design and divided into ten dietary treatments groups (T1–T10) in triplicate of 12 chicks/replicate. Following a 6-week feeding trial, five days metabolic trial was carried out at the Experimental Poultry Unit, located in poultry farm of College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Bikaner. The average temperature (31oC) during the study period was higher than the recommended normothermia zone i.e. 22–28°C established for poultry, which showed that birds were in chronic heat stress. The metabolizability (%) of all nutrients remained non-significant due to interaction (Giloy×Ascorbic acid) effect. Further, due to effect of Giloy only the metabolizability (%) of crude protein showed significant effect, while due to effect of ascorbic acid only metabolizability (%) of dry matter showed significant effect.Chronic heat stress in present study showed negative effect on nutrient metabolizability and feed passage rate in control group as compared to various treatment groups. Improvement in nutrient metabolizability and feed passage rate was observed due to supplementation of Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia) or ascorbic acid alone and their various combinations in broiler feeding. It was concluded that supplementation of Tinospora cordifolia (Giloy) at 0.25% level with ascorbic acid @ 0.025% may be as a beneficial management strategy in poultry feed during chronic heat stress.
Two‐dimensional elastoplastic analysis of cylindrical cavity problems in Tresca materials

This paper presents analytical elastic‐plastic solutions for static stress loading analysis and quasi‐static expansion analysis of a cylindrical cavity in Tresca materials, considering biaxial far‐field stresses and shear stresses along the inner cavity wall. The two‐dimensional static stress solution is obtained by assuming that the plastic zone is statically determinate and using the complex variable theory in the elastic analysis. A rigorous conformal mapping function is constructed, which predicts that the elastic‐plastic boundary is in an elliptic shape under biaxial in situ stresses, and the range of the plastic zone extends with increasing internal shear stresses. The major axis of the elliptical elastic‐plastic boundary coincides with the direction of the maximum far‐field compression stress. Furthermore, considering the internal shear stresses, an analytical large‐strain displacement solution is derived for continuous cavity expansion analysis in a hydrostatic initial stress filed. Based on the derived analytical stress and displacement solutions, the influence of the internal shear stresses on the quasi‐static cavity expansion process is studied. It is shown that additional shear stresses could reduce the required normal expansion pressure to a certain degree, which partly explains the great reduction of the axial soil resistance due to rotations in rotating cone penetration tests. In addition, through additionally considering the potential influences of biaxial in situ stresses and shear stresses generated around the borehole during drillings, an improved cavity expansion approach for estimating the maximum allowable mud pressure of horizontal directional drillings (HDDs) in undrained clays is proposed and validated.
Acculturation to the global consumer culture and ethnic identity : an empirical study in Lebanon

Today's world is affected in all its aspects, including consumers' behaviors and attitudes, by the activities representing globalization. With respect to global media, technology, and traveling activities, the whole world is becoming one single market, containing diverse cultures, with similar consumer needs. A wide body of research has demonstrated that culture significantly affects consumer behavior. Thus it is important for marketing managers to examine the effects of global consumer culture on today's consumers' consumption patterns. This helps them know when and where to standardize or localize their marketing strategies and plans of actions regarding consumer behavior, communication, and retailing, and when, where, and how to blend both standardization and adaptation. With fast developing economies, international business activities have been growing very fast recently in the Middle-East in general; therefore, in order to extend the research boundaries and break the North American bias in the literature, Lebanon is the focus of the present's study to connect acculturation to global consumer culture (AGCC) and ethnic identity (EID) to consumer behavior. In addition, the present study links AGCC and EID to other constructs such as ethnocentrism (CET), materialism (MAT), religiosity (REL), demographics, and Schwartz's Value Dimensions (SVD). It turns out that the Lebanese population is slightly acculturated above average score to the global consumer culture, yet still very attached to their traditions. Moreover, AGCC and EID are negatively related, where the former construct positively affects global food and consumption, while the latter influences (a) positively local food and clothing consumption and (b) negatively luxury good consumption. In addition, AGCC shows a (1) negative relationship with CET and a positive relationship with MAT respectively, while EID shows positive relationships with each of CET, MAT, and REL. As to SVD, AGCC is found to be positively related to openness to change, self-transcendence, and self-enhancement, while EID is found to be positively related to conservation, self-transcendence, and self-enhancement. The study concludes that marketing managers should adapt their strategies for culture-bound products and standardize their strategies for culture-free products (except for luxury goods) in Lebanon. Limitations and directions for future research are highlighted as well.
Additive Manufacturing of an IH-Type Linac Structure from Stainless Steel and Pure Copper

Additive manufacturing (AM) of metals has the potential to provide significant benefits for the construction of future particle accelerators. The combination of low cost manufacturing of complex geometries in combination with efficiency gains from improved linac design enabled by AM may be one way towards future cost-effective green accelerator facilities. As a proof of concept, we present a high-efficiency Zeff=280 MΩ/m, 433.632 MHz IH-DTL cavity based on an AM design. In this case, the complex internal drift tube structures with internal cooling channels have been produced from 1.4404 stainless steel and from pure copper using AM. The prototype cavity, as well as stainless steel AM parts have been electroplated with copper. We present results from successful vacuum tests, low level RF measurements of the cavity, as well as the status of preparations for high-power RF tests with a 30 kW pulsed power amplifier.
Volcanotectonic Evolution and Characteristic Volcanism of the Neovolcanic Zone of Iceland

The thesis focuses on three aspects of the volcanotectonic activity in the Neovolcanic Zone of Iceland: (1) effects of deglaciation, (2) mechanical interaction between central volcanoes, and (3) effects of volcanoes as soft, elastic inclusions on the propagation of volcanic fissures and rift zones. The Neovolcanic Zone contains rocks belonging to the Brunhes normal magnetic epoch, dating back to 0.78 Ma, and represents the on-land expression of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. This zone, composed of three segments, is the location of most of the volcanotectonic activity in Iceland. Within the Neovolcanic Zone, the Holocene volcanism is primarily confined to the volcanic systems, essentially large groups or (within the rift zone) swarms of volcanic and tectonic features. Most volcanic systems contain a central volcano, many of which have a collapse caldera, and (within the rift zone) a fissure swarm. The volcanic systems are fairly evenly distributed throughout the Neovolcanic Zone. In addition to the polygenic central volcanoes, the Neovolcanic Zone contains numerous monogenic basalt volcanoes. These include table mountains and hyaloclastite ridges, formed in subglacial eruptions, as well as lava shields and volcanic fissures, formed in subaerial eruptions.The retreat of the ice at the close of the Weichselian, and the associated unloading of the crust and isostatic uplift, has long been held accountable for the increase in volcanic activity in the late glacial and early postglacial periods. Here I present conceptual and numerical models to explain the formation and location of subglacial table mountains and hyaloclastite ridges as, as well as subaerial lava shields and central volcanoes, within the Neovolcanic Zone as a result of the ice retreat. The ice retreat reduced compression in the crust, and created tensile stresses around the deep-seated magma reservoirs, thereby explaining how, where, and when the table mountains and lava shields formed. During the Weichselian, the ice load generated compression that encouraged the development and expansion of shallow crustal magma chamber. Subsequently, the unloading encouraged increased volcanic activity.Numerical models show that there is strong mechanical interaction between central volcanoes within clusters, such as in the central part of Iceland. This interaction encourages shared dykes and seismogenic faulting between nearby volcanoes, as is supported by observations. Central and subglacial volcanoes function as soft, elastic inclusions in the stiffer host-rock (basaltic) lava pile. Stress-modelling results indicate two main points. First, that soft subglacial mountains may hinder the propagation of volcanic fissures, as is supported by models of the 1783 Laki Volcanic Fissure. Second, that large central volcanoes may temporarily arrest the propagation of large parts of or entire rift-zone segment, as is supported by models of the Torfajokull Volcano in South Iceland.
Salinity Tolerance of Dormitator lebretonis (Pisces: Eleotridae: Steindachner, 1870) Reared in Water Tanks: Implications for Coastal Wetlands and Swamp Valorizations

Dormitator lebretonis (Eleotridae: Steindachner, 1870) is a fish species that inhabits West African coastal environments from Senegal to Angola where this squeaker appears to be an important component of the artisanal fisheries. In particular, this eleotrid is widespread in Benin coastal waters including wetlands, and is intensively exploited for food. The current rearing experiment aimed to determine the salinity levels that favor the survival and growth factors of this squeaker. Six (6) treatments corresponding to six (6) salinity levels (0‰, 5‰, 10‰, 15‰, 20‰, 25‰) and three replicates with 15 individuals of D. lebretonis per replicate were considered for the experiment. Appropriate salinity levels were obtained from a mixture of sea water and fresh water. Overall, within each six (6) treatments, physicochemical features showed insignificant (P>0.05) variations. Regardless of rearing water salinity (0‰ - 25‰), D. lebretonis displayed high survivals ranging between 86.66% (salinity: 0‰) and 100% (salinity: 5‰ - 20‰). Percent weight gained (PWG: 7.94±0.01% - 14.39±0.02%) were moderate and significantly (P<0.05) varied with treatments. Also, significant (P<0.05) variations in the condition factors (K) were recorded, with means ranging between 1.68±0.04 and 1.92±0.01. Nevertheless, specific growth rates (SGR) did not show any significant (F5,18=0.328; P=0.890) variations across treatments. These findings could serve as reference data for an extensive aquacultural valorization of D. lebretonis in numerous Benin coastal wetlands and swamps.
Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pain Pelvic Syndrome and Male Infertility

Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) is defined as urologic pain or discomfort in the pelvic region, associated with urinary symptoms and/or sexual dysfunction, lasting for at least 3 of the previous 6 months. The rate of symptoms related to prostatitis has a mean prevalence of 8–8.2%. CP/CPPS is most frequent in men younger than 50 years, among whom it is the most common urologic diagnosis. In the last decades, many studies have been published on CP/CPPS and its association with male infertility. The pathophysiologic relation between CP/CPPS and male infertility involves several aspects, which are not well studied yet. A reduction in semen parameters has been demonstrated in patients with CP/CPPS, and several mechanisms have been proposed to represent putative pathophysiological links between CP/CPPS and infertility, including male accessory gland inflammation, metabolic syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, HPV co-infection and autoimmunity. In light of this evidence, a multidisciplinary approach is advocated for patients with known CP/CPPS, and particular attention is needed for male patients of infertile couples in order to evaluate male accessory glands correctly. In addition, it is advisable that future studies dealing with the treatment of CP/CPPS take into consideration all the different pathophysiological aspects implicated.
Relationships between follicle and corpus luteum size and vascularization with ovulation, progesterone production, and pregnancy in Nellore beef cattle

- The objective of this study was to evaluate the relationships between preovulatory follicle (POF) and corpus luteum (CL) diameters, and POF and CL vascular perfusion with progesterone production, ovulation, and pregnancy in Nellore cows subjected to timed artificial insemination (TAI). Nellore cows (n = 201) were subjected to ovulation synchronization and later to ultrasound evaluation of POF and CL at the time of insemination (D0) and seven days later (D7), respectively. Females were divided into three categories according to the POF diameter assessed at the time of insemination: small (SF), medium (MF), and large (LF) follicles. The LF group had a greater number and intensity of pixels in the POF ultrasound exam compared with the SF group. The CL flow intensity and progesterone concentration were also higher in the LF group. The SF group showed lower flow intensity and lower ovulation rate compared with the others. When non-pregnant females were compared to pregnant ones, no difference was observed in any of the analyzed variables. The results show for the first time in Nellore cattle the relationship between the size of ovarian structures and blood flow (quantity and intensity) as well as the ability of the CL to produce progesterone. The intensity of the POF pixels proved to be relevant, demonstrating correlations with the size and flow of the CL, which were not found when evaluating only the number of pixels, thus revealing the importance of evaluating complementary characteristics of the flow.
Takaful: Potential Demand and Growth

Abstract. Takaful is an alternative form of financial instrument to insure assets, liabilities and other personal interests of individuals and organizations. Almost 30 years later, takaful has grown at such a rapid rate and the market has expanded from Western Asia, South Asia, South East Asia, Africa which are predominantly Muslim populated countries and recently has made its appearance in parts of Europe and North America. The impressive growth world wide and potential expansion into new western markets has a strong implication to would-be takaful operators to gear themselves with innovative takaful products and to match the service quality of the traditional insurance market to cater to the close to a billion Muslim market scattered in many parts of the world.
Reproductive benefits and reduced investment in parental care behavior associated with reproductive groups of males in Abudefduf troschelii

Fishes of the family Pomacentridae present a wide diversity of mating systems, ranging from polygyny to promiscuity and from individual territorial defense to the establishment of reproductive colonies of males. The damselfish species Abudefduf troschelii has a reproductive colony mating system, in which males temporarily aggregate in reproductive areas to court and attract females. Males defend an individual territory where they receive eggs and perform paternal care behaviors for their offspring. The present study evaluated the advantages of the colonial mating system in A. troschelii. During an entire reproductive period, in a breeding colony within a rocky reef, we located, marked, geo-referenced, and measured the distances between the territories of all males. We quantified the variance among males in their patterns of paternal care investment, eggs acquired, hatching success, reproductive success, body size, and changes in body coloration. We found that males spatially distributed their nests in groups or independently (i.e., solitary nests). Nesting groups are formed by larger males that show intense nuptial coloration during the entire receptivity period. They are located centrally to the colony and consist of three to six males whose territories overlap. In contrast, small solitary males that fail to acquire or maintain nuptial coloration during the receptivity period establish their nests peripherally to the colony, away from the territories of other males. Our results highlight that the reproductive benefits of colonial nesting are unequal for males, as the spatial distribution of nests within the colony determines the reproductive success of males. Group nesting confers the highest reproductive benefits to males regarding eggs obtained, hatching success, and relative fitness and also enables males to reduce their parental investment in brood care behaviors. The preference of females for oviposition could be associated with greater intrasexual competitiveness, defense ability, body condition, or experience of group-nesting males located at the center of the colony or because their progeny will have a lower probability of predation than they would in solitary nests males.
Fluid Biomarkers of Neuro-Glial Injury in Human Status Epilepticus: A Systematic Review

As per the latest ILAE definition, status epilepticus (SE) may lead to long-term irreversible consequences, such as neuronal death, neuronal injury, and alterations in neuronal networks. Consequently, there is growing interest in identifying biomarkers that can demonstrate and quantify the extent of neuronal and glial injury. Despite numerous studies conducted on animal models of status epilepticus, which clearly indicate seizure-induced neuronal and glial injury, as well as signs of atrophy and gliosis, evidence in humans remains limited to case reports and small case series. The implications of identifying such biomarkers in clinical practice are significant, including improved prognostic stratification of patients and the early identification of those at high risk of developing irreversible complications. Moreover, the clinical validation of these biomarkers could be crucial in promoting neuroprotective strategies in addition to antiseizure medications. In this study, we present a systematic review of research on biomarkers of neuro-glial injury in patients with status epilepticus.
E-Book Development of Static Fluid Contents to Improve Students' Numeracy Literacy Competence

This study aims to develop an E-Book on Static Fluid Content in Tutoring as an educational partner to improve students' numeracy literacy competence. E-Book development is carried out using the 4-D development model which consists of defining, designing, developing, and disseminating stages. The research instruments used were E-Book validation sheets and questions that were tested on material expert lecturers and media expert lecturers from Surabaya State University. The validation results show that the E-Book developed has a very valid quality, with a validity percentage of 97%. Aspects of presentation feasibility, content feasibility and linguistic feasibility in the E-Book as a whole meet the criteria of "Very Valid" (85-100%) based on the validity interpretation table. In addition, the validity of the pre-test and post-test questions in the E-Book also proved high with a validity percentage of 89%. The questions measure students' ability to identify facts, formulate mathematical problems, use mathematical concepts, facts, procedures, and reasoning in the context of static fluids, carry out calculations based on certain rules or formulas, and interpret numeracy to solve problems. With the results of a high percentage of validity, this Static Fluid E-Book is reliable and feasible to use as teaching material media in improving students' numeracy literacy competencies. Interactive features in the E-Book, such as "Go Watch", "Mind Map", "Go Information", "Go Concept", "Problem Drilling", and "Reflection", provide interesting and diverse learning experiences for students in understanding static fluid concepts.
PHYSIOCHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS AND FATTY ACIDS COMPOSITION OF MORINGA OLEIFERA OIL OF FAR NORTH CAMEROON

In this work, a comparative study on Moringa oleifera (MO) oil extraction techniques were conducted. MO seeds were collected from the Far North Region of Cameroon and oil was extracted using Soxhlet (SO), Ultrasonic (US) and Cold press (PR) methods. Physicochemical characteristics and fatty acid composition were determined for each MO oil extracted. The SO seems to be the effective method for oil extraction with a yield equal to 38.94 ± 0.28%, followed by US 35.11 ± 1.45% and at least PR (23.00 ± 1.00%). Moreover, myristic and lignoceric acids were found at low concentration in all extracted oil. However, the unsaturated fatty acid composition of the extracted oils follows PR>US>SO order. Oleic acid was the main unsaturated fatty acid with high rate obtained using PR and SO extractions (75.37%, 75.31% respectively) which is not very different from that obtained by US extraction (74.85). A higher value of acidity was noted in PR extraction method and lower oxidative state value was noted in PR extracted oil comparing to US and SO methods. No major differences were observed for the other physic-chemical parameters. Major and minor saturated fatty acids were palmitic and myristic acids, respectively. Lower total saturated fatty acids were recorded in PR extracted MO oil. We found also linoleic and linolenic acids in the group of unsaturated fatty acids of MO oil.
Development of Scientific-Based Thematic Worksheets to Improve Cognitive and Language Abilities of Children Aged 5-6 Years

This study introduces a novel approach by utilizing distinct thematic worksheets with a scientific framework to actively engage 5-6-year-old children in critical thinking through the scientific process. The worksheets appreciate cognitive development, analytical skills, and higher-order thinking. This innovative method encourages active participation and the development of cognitive and analytical abilities in children. The research focuses on the development of scientific-based thematic worksheets to enhance the cognitive and language abilities of 5-6-year-old children in PAUD, specifically at the Soleh Children Education Park (TAPAS) in Taman District, Sidoarjo Regency. The study employed a quantitative approach with a one-group pretest-posttest design, involving 21 children as research participants. The development process followed the Research and Development (R&D) framework, comprising 10 stages. Data collection included the validation of the worksheets by subject matter and media experts to assess their feasibility. The findings highlight the effectiveness of the scientific-based thematic worksheets, as demonstrated by significant improvements in the cognitive and language abilities of the 5-6-year-old students at TAPAS. Overall, this study contributes to early childhood education by introducing an innovative educational resource that enhances critical thinking skills and promotes deeper understanding among young learners.