Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Latest advances and future perspectives in Armillaria research

Abstract The basidiomycete genus Armillaria s.l. (Armillaria s.s. and Desarmillaria) has a worldwide distribution and plays a central role in the dynamics of numerous woody ecosystems, including natural forests, tree plantations for timber production, orchards, vineyards and gardens. Early studies have shown that all Armillaria species are capable of degrading dead woody substrates, causing white rot. Moreover, most species exhibit a parasitic ability, and can be considered as facultative necrotrophs. Although over the years extensive research has been conducted on the phylogeny, biology and ecology of different Armillaria species, numerous theoretical and applied questions remain open. Recently published studies have provided new perspectives, the most significant of which we present in this review. First, new investigations have highlighted the importance of a multilocus approach for depicting the phylogeny of the genus Armillaria. Second, the importance of clonality and sexuality for the different species is now better described, enabling a more accurate prediction of population dynamics in various environments. Third, genome sequencing has provided new insights into genome evolution and the genetic basis of pathogenicity and wood degradation ability. Fourth, several new studies have pointed out the possible influence of climate change on Armillaria distribution, biology and ecology, raising questions regarding the future evolution of Armillaria species and their effect on ecosystems. In this review, we also give a state-of-the-art overview of the control possibilities of parasitic Armillaria species. Finally, we outline some still open questions in Armillaria research, the investigation of which will strongly benefit from recent methodological advances.
Investigating the porcine feto-maternal interface throughout gestation: associations with foetuses of different size and sex

v Background . v Hypotheses . v Aims . v Results – Integrin Subunits, Secreted Phosphoprotein 1 (SPP1) and Fibronectin (FN) . v Results – Apoptosis and Proliferation . vi Results – Doppler Ultrasound . vii Results – Angiogenesis and Vascularity . viii Results – In vitro Angiogenic Potential of Placental and Endometrial Samples . ix Conclusion. ix Acknowledgements . xi Conferences Attended . xiv Publications. xv Manuscripts . xv Manuscripts in Preparation: . xv Abstracts . xvis . xvi Table of
1-Methylcyclopropene affects the shelf-life quality of controlled atmosphere stored ‘Cold Snap™’ pears

Abstract: 1-Methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) and a controlled atmosphere (CA; elevated CO2 and low O2 partial pressures) preserve the overall quality of ‘Cold Snap™’ pears during low temperature storage, including minimizing physiological disorders. In two separate years, we determined the impact of 1-MCP (0 or 300 nL L-1), pre-storage conditioning (0, 3, or 7 d at 3 °C), and CA (18 or 2.5 kPa O2, and 2 kPa CO2) on the shelf-life quality of ‘Cold Snap™’ pears following their removal from storage at 0 °C. In both years, 1-MCP effectively reduced rates of ethylene production and limited peel yellowing and fruit softening following the transfer of stored ‘Cold Snap™’ pears to ambient conditions for up to 14 d, regardless of pre-storage conditioning and CA regimen. Moreover, 1-MCP-treated fruit stored under 2.5 kPa O2/2 kPa CO2 developed lower incidences of senescent scald, regardless of the pre-storage conditioning period. In year one, this treatment combination also limited internal breakdown and internal cavity development, whereas the incidence of internal cavities was highest in 1-MCP-treated fruit in year two, regardless of pre-storage conditioning period, O2 partial pressure in the storage atmosphere, and shelf-life duration. Principal component analysis revealed that the occurrence of senescent scald and internal breakdown in ‘Cold Snap™’ pears were associated with high rates of ethylene production, peel yellowing, and softening. Similarly, internal cavity development was correlated with most ripening attributes, although the link with fruit softening was inconsistent across both years of the study.
Quantitatively describing the downstream effects of an abrupt land cover transition: buffering effects of a forest remnant on a stream impacted by cattle grazing

ABSTRACT Human activities often produce highly fragmented watersheds with respect to the distribution of vegetation, and this condition can extend from the watershed boundary to the riparian corridor. Because streams are transport-dominated ecosystems, it is unlikely that changes in instream conditions map synchronously with the spatial pattern of riparian fragmentation. Riparian influences are likely to be propagated some distance downstream, creating a downstream “shadow” of upstream riparian conditions. To investigate the distance over which upstream riparian effects can still be detected, we sampled 15 sites along 1050 m of a headwater stream incorporating an abrupt transition. We measured a suite of benthic invertebrate metrics as well as physicochemical and environmental variables. We employed a threshold modeling approach to examine whether variables were displaced significantly downstream as our stream traversed the riparian discontinuity. Alternative nonlinear models were tested and inverse estimation was applied to estimate the distance over which the variables started to shift from upstream stable conditions and how far the buffering effects of the upstream forest could be detected. While some variables such as substrate particle size metrics and the proportion of filterers in the community transitioned upstream from the riparian boundary, we observed a sharp increase in periphyton chlorophyll a concentrations starting 130 m below the canopy cover transition. A decrease in fine sediment size started 386 m below the transition. Invertebrate abundances and family richness decreased along the transition while the proportion of functional feeding groups showed a shift from a dominance of collector-gatherers to a dominance of scraper-grazers, mainly driven by the responses of chironomids and leptohyphid ephemeropterans. Overall, the riparian transition effects on the invertebrate community seemed to be primarily driven by substrate composition and secondly by the shift in resource availability. Non-metric multidimensional scaling analysis revealed that the whole community was still changing at the downstream-most station of the sampled reach. Our methodological approach allowed us to better visualize the synergistic effects of food resource availability and substrate size in locally impacted invertebrate communities along a manmade transition.
PENGARUH GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE (GCG) TERHADAP PENGUNGKAPAN ISLAMIC SOCIAL REPORTING (ISR) PADA PERBANKAN SYARIAH DI INDONESIA TAHUN 2012-2016

Abstrak Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis pengaruh tata kelolaperusahaan terhadap tingkat pengungkapan Islamic Social Reporting (ISR) di bank umum syariah di Indonesia. Sampel penelitian ini adalah 13 bank umum syariah di Indonesia dari tahun 2012 sampai 2016. Penelitian ini terdiri dari variabel tata kelola perusahaan yaitu ukuran dewan direksi, rapat dewan direksi, ukuran dewan shariah, rapat dewan komisaris dan ROA sebagai variabel independen dan tingkat pengungkapan ISR sebagai variabel terikat. Analisis isi digunakan untuk mengetahui tingkat pengungkapan ISR yangdiambil dari laporan tahunan bank syariah. Analisis regresi berganda digunakan untuk menguji variabel tata kelola perusahaan terhadap pengungkapan ISR. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ukuran dewan direksi, rapat dewan direksi, ukuran dewan shariah dan rapat dewan komisaris pengungkapan ISR dan ROA berpengaruh negatif terhadap pengungkapan ISR.berpengaruh positif terhadap
Budaya Siri’ Na Pacce dan Sipakatau dalam Interaksi Sosial Masyarakat Sulawesi Selatan

The plurality of Indonesian, beside of becoming a property, also becoming a boomerang for the unity of a nation. The conflict that arises will not resolve if they are left casually. The disputes can be overcome and avoided if the society can build positive social interaction among fellow. Therefore, in facing conflicts, it is necessary to realize that an ethnic group is not a social group that must be considered by, however, a local knowledge that is store in a culture of ethnic groups. This research aims to determine the social interaction of South Sulawesi’s communities, namely the ethnic of Bugis, Makassar, Mandar, and Toraja. Those four ethnics have had cultural characteristics that have been being a customs and philosophies of their lives because they have normative elements values that can bind their members. This research is compiled through a literature study in which the data obtained from various books and journals. The result reveals that the ethnics of South Sulawesi have been building social interaction based on the culture of Siri’ Na Pacce and Sipakatau, which are the main foundation in building positive communication among fellow. Those cultures must be well implemented and maintained in building social interaction.
Mindfulness-Based Programs for Patients With Cancer via eHealth and Mobile Health: Systematic Review and Synthesis of Quantitative Research

Background eHealth mindfulness-based programs (eMBPs) are on the rise in complex oncology and palliative care. However, we are still at the beginning of answering the questions of how effective eMBPs are and for whom, and what kinds of delivery modes are the most efficient. Objective This systematic review aims to examine the feasibility and efficacy of eMBPs in improving the mental health and well-being of patients with cancer, to describe intervention characteristics and delivery modes of these programs, and to summarize the results of the included studies in terms of moderators, mediators, and predictors of efficacy, adherence, and attrition. Methods In total, 4 databases (PubMed, PsycINFO, Scopus, and Web of Knowledge) were searched using relevant search terms (eg, mindfulness, program, eHealth, neoplasm) and their variations. No restrictions were imposed on language or publication type. The results of the efficacy of eMBPs were synthesized through the summarizing effect estimates method. Results A total of 29 published papers describing 24 original studies were included in this review. In general, the results indicate that eMBPs have the potential to reduce the levels of stress, anxiety, depression, fatigue, sleep problems, and pain, and improve the levels of mindfulness, posttraumatic growth, and some parameters of general health. The largest median of Cohen d effect sizes were observed in reducing anxiety and depression (within-subject: median −0.38, IQR −0.62 to −0.27; between-group: median −0.42, IQR −0.58 to −0.22) and facilitating posttraumatic growth (within-subject: median 0.42, IQR 0.35 to 0.48; between-group: median 0.32, IQR 0.22 to 0.39). The efficacy of eMBP may be comparable with that of parallel, face-to-face MBPs in some cases. All studies that evaluated the feasibility of eMBPs reported that they are feasible for patients with cancer. Potential moderators, mediators, and predictors of the efficacy, attrition, and adherence of eMBPs are discussed. Conclusions Although the effects of the reviewed studies were highly heterogeneous, the review provides evidence that eMBPs are an appropriate way for mindfulness practice to be delivered to patients with cancer. Thus far, existing eMBPs have mostly attempted to convert proven face-to-face mindfulness programs to the eHealth mode. They have not yet fully exploited the potential of eHealth technology.
Efficiency in higher education. Empirical study in public universities of Colombia and Spain

Resumen En las últimas décadas, las universidades de Iberoamérica han introducido nuevos esquemas de evaluación de calidad y rendición de cuentas, inspirados en el modelo de la nueva gestión pública (NGP). En este contexto, la eficiencia en el reparto de los fondos públicos y la obtención del máximo rendimiento posible son una prioridad. Así, medir la eficiencia en el sector público, y específicamente en la educación superior, se ha convertido en un desafío para la ciencia contable. El objetivo de este trabajo es una propuesta para el cálculo de índices de eficiencia con modelos de análisis envolvente de datos (DEA), introduciendo un paso previo a través del análisis de correlación canónica (ACC). A través de esta técnica se pretende mejorar la capacidad de discriminación y superar la monodimensionalidad y falta de confiabilidad en la representatividad de las variables input y output elegidas. El estudio se aplicó en las universidades públicas de Colombia y España durante los años 2015 y 2016. Los resultados obtenidos demuestran la conveniencia de aplicar este paso preliminar en el análisis multivariante. Con ello, se refuerza la necesidad de explorar metodologías más rigurosas en etapas previas y posteriores al cálculo de los índices de eficiencia, que permitan generar confianza, a efectos de ser utilizados en la formulación de políticas y gestión de recursos para el sector.
What Humeral Position is Better to Prevent Shoulder Impingement
 during Arm Elevation?

There are two causes of shoulder impingement syndrome (SIS), first described by Neer: the primary cause being the narrowing of the interarticular space due to soft tissue infection or bone growth and the secondary cause being the upward movement of the humeral head because of the weakness of the muscles or the imbalance of the force What Humeral Position is Better to Prevent Shoulder Impingement during Arm Elevation?
Parathyroid Hormone Serum Levels and Mortality among Hemodialysis Patients in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries: Results from the DOPPS (2012-2018).

Background The prospective Dialysis Outcomes and Practice Patterns Study (DOPPS) has collected data since 2012 in all six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates). We report the relationship of PTH with mortality in this largest GCC cohort of patients on hemodialysis studied to date. Methods Data were from randomly selected national samples of hemodialysis facilities in GCC-DOPPS phases 5 and 6 (2012-2018). PTH descriptive findings and case mix-adjusted PTH/mortality Cox regression analyses were based on 1825 and 1422 randomly selected patients on hemodialysis, respectively. Results Mean patient age was 55 years (median dialysis vintage, 2.1 years). Median PTH ranged from 259 pg/ml (UAE) to 437 pg/ml (Kuwait), with 22% having PTH <150 pg/ml, 24% with PTH of 150-300 pg/ml, 34% with PTH 301-700 pg/ml, and 20% with PTH >700 pg/ml. Patients with PTH >700 pg/ml were younger; on dialysis longer; less likely to be diabetic; have urine >200 ml/d; be prescribed 3.5 mEq/L dialysate calcium; had higher mean serum creatinine and phosphate levels; lower white blood cell counts; and more likely to be prescribed cinacalcet, phosphate binders, or IV vitamin D. A U-shaped PTH/mortality relationship was observed with more than two- and 1.5-fold higher adjusted HR of death at PTH >700 pg/ml and <300 pg/ml, respectively, compared with PTH of 301-450 pg/ml. Conclusions Secondary hyperparathyroidism is highly prevalent among GCC patients on hemodialysis, with a strong U-shaped PTH/mortality relationship seen at PTH <300 and >450 pg/ml. Future studies are encouraged for further understanding this PTH/mortality pattern in relationship to unique aspects of the GCC hemodialysis population.
Weekly Forecasting Model for Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever Outbreak in Thailand

A dengue virus causes diseases, including dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) which induces several sicknesses and deaths in Thailand. DHF is categorized as one of the most dangerous communicable diseases by the Ministry of Public Health Thailand (MoPH); moreover, the MoPH also sets strict protocols and encourages forecasting techniques for monitoring and dealing with the outbreaks. This research aims to utilize the data that were gathered from external sources, e.g. Google Trends data and meteorology data, to forecast the number of cases that will occur within the 7 day-interval in the next 1 – 4 weeks. Six provinces — including Chiang Rai, Mukdahan, Pattani, Phichit, Ayutthaya, and Ratchaburi — were selected as they represent the unique patterns of dengue outbreaks in Thailand. The machine learning models — including Random Forest, AdaBoost, Extra-Trees, and Regularized Regressions — were used to forecast the number of the cases. The performances of these models were compared to the performances of the traditional time series model including Naïve model and Moving Average. The proposed machine learning models for Chiang Rai, Mukdahan, and Pattani yield better results than those of the traditional models.
Seasonal Incidence of Major Insect-Pests on Blackgram, Vigna mungo (Linn.) and Its Correlation with Weather Parameters

Black gram, Vigna mungo (Linn.), FamilyLeguminosae popularly known as urd bean or mash kalai or black bean is native of India and the fourth important pulse crop with high nutritive value (Singh, 2004). Uttar Pradesh is the most agriculturally important state in India with respect to staple food production. Black gram is a prominent rainy and summer season pulse crop with area 88,000ha, production 55.2 thousand MT and productivity 523 kg/ha (Anonymous, 2016). In India the area, production and productivity of urdbean are 32.15 lac ha, 17.66 lac tonnes and 549 kg/ha, respectively (Khajuria et al, 2015). Black gram or Urdbean, Vigna mungo (Linn.) contributes 10% of national pulses production, is rich source of protein and carbohydrates (Ali and Gupta, 2012). On an average, 2.5 to 3.0 million tonnes of pulses are lost annually due to pest problems (Rabindra et al., 2004). International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences ISSN: 2319-7706 Volume 7 Number 06 (2018) Journal homepage: http://www.ijcmas. com
An Investigation into the Determinants of Rural Poverty in Yobe State, Nigeria

The study investigates empirically the determinants of rural poverty in Yobe state, Nigeria. Questionnaires were distributed and the responses obtained were analyzed using log it regression model. The findings of the study show the coefficients for variables gender and availability of credit were not found to be statistically significant at 1or 10 percent level and hence do not influence the level of poverty in Yobe state. Whereas, the coefficients for Age, household size, educational level of the households, monthly income/expenditure, primary occupation were found to be statistically significant with odds ratio different from zero and hence were found to be determinants of rural poverty in the study area. Based on the findings, the study recommends among other; provision of social or basic infrastructures in the rural areas, boosting and supporting agriculture this will help create jobs and income thereby reducing the number of dependents, soft loans should be provided to farmers and businesses in the rural areas, large family size should be discouraged, health and educational facilities in the rural areas should be improved significantly.
Toxicological Evaluation of a New Lepidopteran Insecticide, Flubendiamide, in Non-Target Drosophila melanogaster Meigen (Diptera: Drosophilidae)

Background: Flubendiamide, comparatively a new pesticide designed to eradicate lepidopteran insect pests is known to have low risk to birds, mammals, fish, algae, honey bees, non-target arthropods, earthworms, soil macroand micro-organisms, non-target plants as well as sewage treatment organisms; however, the risk assessment for aquatic invertebrates from metabolite could not be finalized with available data. Methods: Different concentrations of flubendiamide (TATA TAKUMI®, Rallis, India) were introduced to larvae, pupae, and adult flies. A wide range of comparatively higher concentrations was selected for acute LC50 than chronic LC50 due to their exposure duration. Furthermore, relatively lower concentrations were introduced to larvae for assessment of emergence. Results: At chronic exposure, the effect-concentration relationship exhibited a linear response when adult emergence was considered in Drosophila melanogaster. When acute LC50 of flubendiamide in 3rd instar larvae was compared with the chronic LC50 then it was seen to be approximately 21 fold higher whereas chronic LC50 for adult flies was nearly 19 times less than the adult acute LC50. Similarly, adult emergence was seen to lower by 91.95% at 1500 μg/mL concentration. The chronic LC50 of the flubendiamide in Drosophila was approximately 170303 times more than the reported No Observed Effect Concentration (NOEC). Conclusion: Hence, the chemical, flubendiamide can induce its effects at very low concentration, far below the lethal ones. Thus, the study is of relevance for the non-target insects as well as the insect dependent organisms.
Behavior Change Techniques in Wrist-Worn Wearables to Promote Physical Activity: Content Analysis

Background Decreasing levels of physical activity (PA) increase the incidences of noncommunicable diseases, obesity, and mortality. To counteract these developments, interventions aiming to increase PA are urgently needed. Mobile health (mHealth) solutions such as wearable sensors (wearables) may assist with an improvement in PA. Objective The aim of this study is to examine which behavior change techniques (BCTs) are incorporated in currently available commercial high-end wearables that target users’ PA behavior. Methods The BCTs incorporated in 5 different high-end wearables (Apple Watch Series 3, Garmin Vívoactive 3, Fitbit Versa, Xiaomi Amazfit Stratos 2, and Polar M600) were assessed by 2 researchers using the BCT Taxonomy version 1 (BCTTv1). Effectiveness of the incorporated BCTs in promoting PA behavior was assessed by a content analysis of the existing literature. Results The most common BCTs were goal setting (behavior), action planning, review behavior goal(s), discrepancy between current behavior and goal, feedback on behavior, self-monitoring of behavior, and biofeedback. Fitbit Versa, Garmin Vívoactive 3, Apple Watch Series 3, Polar M600, and Xiaomi Amazfit Stratos 2 incorporated 17, 16, 12, 11, and 11 BCTs, respectively, which are proven to effectively promote PA. Conclusions Wearables employ different numbers and combinations of BCTs, which might impact their effectiveness in improving PA. To promote PA by employing wearables, we encourage researchers to develop a taxonomy specifically designed to assess BCTs incorporated in wearables. We also encourage manufacturers to customize BCTs based on the targeted populations.