Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
PREVALENCE OF PARASITIC INFECTIONS IN ONE - HUMPED CAMEL (Camelus dromedarius) IN SELECTED LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREAS OF SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA

VI TABLE OF CONTENTS . VII LIST OF TABLES . X LIST OF FIGURES . XII LIST OF PLATES . XIII LIST OF APPENDICES . X1V LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS . XV CHAPTER 1 . 1 1.0 Introduction . 1 1.1 Study Background . 1 1.2 Statement of Research Problem . 3 1.3 Justification . 3 1.4 Aim of the Study . 4 1.5 Objectives of the Study . 4 1.6 Research Questions . 5
EFFECT OF FINISHING AND POLISHING ON SURFACE ROUGHNESS OF CUBIC ZIRCONIA

Aim: The purpose of this invitro study was to evaluate the effect of finishing and polishing on surface roughness of BruxZir Anterior Cubic zirconia before and after hydrothermal aging. Materials and methods: Twenty samples of BruxZir Anterior Cubic zirconia were divided into two groups, group (1): Polished BruxZir Anterior Cubic zirconia (n=10), group (2): Unpolished BruxZir Anterior Cubic zirconia (n=10). All samples were fabricated out of CAD CAM blocks and evaluated for surface roughness before and after hydrothermal aging. Results: Before aging, there was a significant difference in the surface roughness (Ra) of the polished (M=125.28, SD=1.27) and unpolished (M=128.97, SD=2.61) surfaces. Similarly after ag­ing, there was a significant difference in the surface roughness (Ra) of the polished (M=125.89, SD=1.35) and unpolished (M=130.09, SD=2.97) surfaces. Conclusions: Finishing and polishing of cubic zirconia considerably lowered the surface roughness before and after hydrothermal aging.
Deep-water macrofaunal diversity in the Faroe-Shetland region (NE Atlantic): a margin subject to an unusual thermal regime

The Faroe-Shetland Channel, situated in the NE Atlantic, encompasses a number of different sediment types (habitats) as well as being subject to an unusual thermal regime. Our main objective was to assess variations in macrofaunal generic diversity and composition along two transects to gauge the relative influence of regional hydrography and local habitat heterogeneity. We found that generic richness and diversity on a West of Shetland (WoS) transect correlated most strongly with temperature range, whilst along a North of Shetland (NoS) transect, richness and diversity correlated negatively with sedimentary variables, notably total organic carbon. Macrofaunal composition at WoS is also strongly influenced by water temperature with specific genera (e.g. Galathowenia positively associated with the temperature eigenvectors), whereas at NoS it is a combination of temperature, silt + clay fraction and total organic carbon that has an impact on composition (e.g. Proclea and Pseudosphyrapus, showing a negative relationship with the temperature eigenvectors). Although the temperature regime exerts a strong control on regional ecology, local habitat heterogeneity remains a significant factor.
Molecular mechanisms of the human pathogen Candida glabrata involved in the interaction with the host

Besides superficial skin and vaginal infections Candida glabrata causes life threatening disseminated candidiasis. C. glabrata is now the second most common cause of systemic Candidiasis in humans and isolated strains show a high rate of Fluconazole resistance, which aggravates successful treatment. C. glabrata occupies a variety of niches in its human host (skin, vaginal mucosa, blood) and must therefore respond and adapt effectively to different environmental conditions. The cell wall is of utmost importance as it is the front line in respect to host pathogen interaction as well as the recognition of environmental clues. Despite the immense medical importance of C. glabrata, data on molecular mechanisms of pathogenicity are still rare. In the present study we have investigated the function of one of the most abundant GPI-anchored cell wall proteins of C. glabrata (Cwp1.1p) and its protein family as well as the proteomic changes which occur upon exposition to different environmental pH values. We found Cwp1.1p to be a major structural component of the C. glabrata cell wall, which mediates protection of the fungus from cell wall degrading enzymes such as β-1,3-glucanase. Deletion of all three CWP1 genes resulted in reduced growth at alkaline pH and remarkable structural changes in the cell wall, as indicated by enhanced sensitivity towards calcofluor white. These changes also reduced the fungus ability to adhere to epithelial cells. The exposure of C. glabrata to changing ambient pH induced copious alterations in protein expression. We found enzymes of glucose catabolism and the TCA cycle to be expressed at much higher levels at acidic than at alkaline pH, indicating that higher metabolic activity might be needed for intracellular pH homeostasis in acidic environments. At alkaline conditions protein catabolism was induced while protein synthesis was significantly downregulated, thereby shifting protein metabolism to the usage of reserves. Thus, C. glabrata seems to perceive acidic pH as less stressful. This suggestion was further supported by the observed induction of stress response proteins at alkaline pH and contrasts with the human pathogen C. albicans. In this study we performed the first systematic proteomic analysis of the global pH response of C. glabrata and characterized the important function of structural cell wall proteins, namely Cwp1p, in the cell wall of this pathogenic yeast.
The MUSORSTOM-TDSB deep sea benthos exploration programme (1976–2012): an overview of crustacean discoveries and new perspectives on deep-sea zoology and biogeography

RICHER DE FORGES B. , CHAN T. -Y. , CORBARI L. , LEMAITRE R. , MACPHERSON E. , AHYONG S. T. & NG P. K. L. — The Musorstom-TDSB deep-sea benthos exploration program (1976-2012): An overview of crustacean discoveries and new perspectives on deep-sea zoology and biogeography, in AHYONG S. T. , CHAN T. -Y. , CORBARI L. & NG P. K. L. (eds), Tropical Deep-Sea Benthos 27. Museum national d’Histoire naturelle, Paris : 13-66 (Memoires du Museum national d’Histoire naturelle ; 204). ISBN : 978-2-85653-692-6. The MUSORSTOM-TDSB deep-sea benthos exploration programme (1976-2012): An overview of crustacean discoveries and new perspectives on deep-sea zoology and biogeography
Backstaging the teacher: On learner-driven, school-driven and data-driven change in educational technology discourse

It is generally assumed that edtech providers aim to erase power and politics from contemporary education. To explore the discourse on digital education, this paper draws on discourse analysis of ethnographic interviews with for-profit and non-profit organizations in the field. It asks (i) what industry insiders describe as driving change in contemporary educational technology (edtech), and (ii) whether new actors/technologies are shaping a novel educational hegemony, and if so, what this hegemony looks like. This paper presents initial findings from an ongoing project. It observes a shift in who/what drives change: The teacher used to be seen as key. Today, three different drivers are named: (1) learners (individual dimension), (2) schools (systemic dimension), (3) data (analytics dimension). Overall, the paper suggests that power and politics are not at all erased from the edtech industry’s accounts of digital technologies. It illustrates how the socio-material affordances engineered into contemporary technologies effect a change from "education" to "learning", invite particular teaching practices, and thus affect power relations in education.
Dry-matter accumulation, nutrient uptake and changes in soil-fertility status as influenced by different organic and inorganic sources of nutrients to forage sorghum (Sorghum bicolor)

A field experiment was conducted during rainy seasons of 1997-99 with forage sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench] in clay loam and medium fertile soil of semi-arid climate at Jhansi, to study the effect of organic and inorganic nutrients on its dry matter accumulation and nutrient uptake and changes in fertility status of the soil. Application of 50% recommended dose of NP (40 kg N + 20 kg P2O5/ha) + vermicompost and farmyard manure @ 5 tonnes/ha recorded significantly higher dry-matter accumulation (25.35 g/plant and 30.19 g/plant at 50 and 75 days after sowing, respectively) and dry matter yield (11.2 tonnes/ha) over the other treatments. Maximum increase in dry matter (85-87%) was attained between 25 and 50 days after sowing, corresponding with highest crop-growth rate (0.90 g/plant/day) with this treatment. Application of vermicompost and farmyard manure recorded higher NP uptake than the other levels with inorganic sources only except the 100% recommended dose of NP. The residual build up of organic carbon and available NPK in soil improved with vermicompost was maximum followed by farmyard manure and inorganic fertilizers
Elevated levels of stress hormones in crop‐raiding male elephants

Crop raiding is one of the most common forms of human–elephant conflict. Deterring elephants from raiding crops requires an understanding of the factors influencing the behavior of the individuals involved. We collected fecal samples from five group ranches in southern Kenya where crop‐raiding incidents had occurred (n=10) and two protected areas, Amboseli National Park (n=24) and Maasai Mara National Reserve (n=20). We used molecular sexing to sex the individuals and radioimmunoassay kits to determine the level of glucocorticoid metabolites (i.e. stress hormones) in their dung. All crop‐raiding individuals were male and had a significantly elevated concentration of glucocorticoid metabolites as compared with the Amboseli elephants (W=12, P=0.0005). We detected no significant difference between Maasai Mara elephants and either Amboseli or the crop‐raiding elephants when just males were compared. Our results suggest that crop raiding may be related to stress in elephants.
Eating out in Brazil today

This article aims to explore the meanings and practices of eating out in Brazilian daily life. Since the mid-1980s, this practice has been spreading and diversifying in Brazil. Based on a series of three qualitative/quantitative surveys carried out between 2005 and 2015 in major Brazilian urban centres, we identified a clear distinction between eating out at weekdays and at weekends. At weekdays, by association with work, commitments and studies, this practice is perceived as both an obligation and an expense. At weekends, however, its association with leisure, family and friends makes it a pleasant investment and a cultural product. In this context, the meanings of eating at home versus eating out change, as well as the sense of the meals, selection of restaurants, sociability patterns and even the ethos of eating.
Losing Human(itarian) Capital: Exploring Micro and Macro Determinants of Refugee Labour Market Integration

The conflict in Syria has displaced millions of people, and has forced 5.5 million Syrians to flee the country altogether by 2016. This is just the latest instance in a long series of instabilities around the world that have pushed people out of their homes, and into new host countries. According to the United Nations, as many as 25.9 million individuals around the world were estimated to be refugees in 2017. With a perpetuity in frozen conflicts, asymmetric warfare, and failed states, return for many of these refugees is increasingly unlikely. Therefore, finding durable solutions for the new arrivals in the destination countries has become critical. Even though lessons from history, and much of the academic community insists that labour market integration is the most appropriate response a host country can take in light of increased refugee movements, exclusion of refugees from the labour market is still more commonplace. This dissertation contributes to the field of refugee studies by examining the factors that facilitate and hinder labour market integration of refugees through micro and macro perspective. Furthermore, all chapters aspire to give evidence-based suggestions for labour market policy reforms, thus aiming to make a practical contribution to the field. Since policymakers in Europe and beyond are on a learning curve due to recent refugee movements, it presents a prime opportunity for the academic community to pitch in by providing evidence-based policy advice, in order to limit further loss of human(itarian) capital.
Studies on reproductive traits of Bengal goats in a part of West Bengal.

The mean values for the traits of age at first estrus, at first conception and at first kidding as well as estrus and kidding interval were lowest in white colour variety of Bengal she-goats followed by brown and black ones. Service per conception and the incidence of stillbirth were lowest in brown followed by white and black goats, whereas gestation length was lowest in white followed by black and brown goats. The highest percentage of twin birth was noticed at 5th kidding in black, 3rd kidding in white and 2nd kidding in brown Bengal goats. The highest percentage of triplet birth was found at 4th kidding in black and brown and in 3rd kidding in white Bengal goats. Brown coloured goats also had the highest percentage of multiple births followed by white and black coloured goats.
Senegal’s International Competitiveness And Employment Creation For Women And Youth: The Product Space Analysis And Fieldwork Findings

Senegal benefits from political stability and a favorable geographic location, but economic performance since independence has been disappointing, with resulting pervasive underemployment, especially for women and youth. This policy brief assesses the prospects for boosting employment through export-led growth, making use of the product-space framework. The central concept is to diversify exports into increasingly “complex” products embodying sophisticated capabilities. We depart from the usual product-space approach, however, in arguing that Senegal can foster increasing complexity and employment growth within existing product lines with strong comparative advantage by improving product quality and cost-competitiveness. To do so will require addressing long-standing weaknesses in the business climate, particularly deficient public services, corruption and restrictive labor market regulations.
The Sociology of culture

The course (1) provides students with a grounding in cultural sociology and (2) prepares students for doing their own cultural research. To facilitate the first objective, we survey major themes and issues in cultural sociology. We begin this survey by considering the sociological approach to culture, which entails answering the following questions: “What is culture and what does it do? ” and “How is culture to be studied? ” We next turn to seminal issues that Marx, Weber, and Durkheim respectively raised. In particular, we inspect how current scholars (from a variety of theoretical perspectives) approach these seminal issues. Examples of issues that spring from the work of classical sociologists include the following: “Do media messages shape our view of reality? If so, how? ” and “How do class and lifestyle intertwine to reproduce inequality? ” Finally, we turn to substantive questions that have come to the fore in recent decades, including “How is market activity undergirded by cultural assumptions? ” and “How does social context shape the production and consumption of expressive goods? ” To facilitate the second objective (i.e., doing research), we give special attention to methods and designs employed in current research, and we heed how theoretical ideas are translated into empirical projects. Thus, by the end of the semester, each student will have a grasp of the field and an understanding of how to do cultural sociology.
Glycine Reductase of Clostridium Litorale

A 2.8-kb HindIII fragment, containing three open reading frames, has been cloned and sequenced from Clostridium litorale. The first gene grdA encoded the selenocysteine-containing protein PA of the glycine reductase complex, a protein of 159 amino acids with a deduced molecular mass of 16.7 kDa. The second gene (grdB) encoded the 47-kDa subunit of the substrate-specific selenoprotein PB glycine that is composed of 437 amino acids. The third gene contained the 5′-region of the gene for thioredoxin reductase, trxB. All gene products shared high similarity with the corresponding proteins from Eubacterium acidaminophilum. In both genes grdA and grdB, the opal termination codon (TGA) was found in-frame, indicating the presence of selenocysteine in both polypeptides. Northern-blot analysis showed that grdA and grdB are organized as one operon. Unlike Escherichia coli, no stable secondary structures of the corresponding mRNA were found immediately downstream of the UGA codons to direct an insertion of selenocysteine into the grdA and grdB transcripts of C. litorale. Instead, a secondary structure was identified in the 3′-untranslated region of grdB.
Administration of Thuya occidentalis in homeopathic dilution in goats vaccinated against bluetongue virus: a preliminary study

This preliminary study was realized to assess the effects of Thuya occidentalis in homeopathic dilution (200 centesimal dilution) on nonspecifi c lymphoblastogenesis of goats vaccinated against bluetongue virus serotype 2 (BTV). Twenty Saanen goats were treated as follows: six goats were vaccinated with a live attenuated vaccine against BTV, four goats were vaccinated and injected with 1 ml of an alcoholic solution containing Thuya occidentalis, six goats were neither vaccinated nor given thuya, the remaining four goats were not vaccinated, but treated with thuya. Administration of thuya prevented depression of nonspecifi c lymphoblastogenesis, which followed vaccination.
Avian Hematology and Cytology

Meticulously updated, this second edition of "Avian Hematology and Cytology" is a reference for cell identification and interpretation of cellular responses and aids the avian veterinarian with the development of a presumptive or definitive diagnosis. Employing more than 200 colour illustrations, it describes cells and cellular changes that apply to birds in general, recognising the fact that individual species may respond differently. Covered are evaluation of haemic cytology, use of cytodiagnosis and example of common artifacts seen on cellular samples. The second edition features completely updated information and citation to source throughout the text.
Controlling argentine ants in residential settings (Hymenoptera: Formicidae)

The efficacy of five treatments to control Argentine ants around homes was evaluated. Most effective was a combination of a perimeter spray with fipronil + broadcast application of bifenthrin granules (93% reduction of ants after 8 wks). A sweet water bait with 0.001% imidacloprid provided ≈80% reduction of ants for one month. All of the treatments significantly reduced ant activity, and at the end of the study 95% of the homeowners rated the treatments as "very effective. " In a survey of homeowners living in a neighborhood infested with Argentine ants, > 70% were doing their own ant control using over-the-counter insecticides. However, only 10% of this group reported achieving complete or almost complete ant control. In contrast, of the 20% of homeowners that hired professional pest control services, 63% reported complete or almost complete ant control.
Comparative performance evaluation of Frieswal bulls in organized farms and farmers' herds

The present study was focused to determine the genetic worth of Frieswal bulls under farm and field conditions and to assess their rankings in both production systems. The first lactation records of 3,582 crossbred cows maintained at Military Farms (2,851) and in farmer’s herds (731) which were daughters of 32 bulls and calved during 14 years from 1998 to 2011 were used in the present study. The average first lactation milk yield in crossbred cows was 2,886.60± 32.78 and 2,666.17± 71.21 kg at Military Farms and field units respectively. Year of calving in farms and season of calving in field had significant effect on the first lactation milk yield. Herd/location of the farm was found significant in both conditions. Breeding value estimates of the sires ranged from 2,824.28 to 2,919.19 and from 2,650.41 to 2,758.81 kg under farm and field conditions respectively. Eight bulls (25%) under farm conditions and 27 bulls (84%) under field conditions exceeded their breeding value over the herd average. The low and nonsignificant product moment correlation (–0.261) and rank correlation (–0.296) between breeding values of bulls under farm and field conditions revealed that bulls with higher ranks for milk production under farm conditions did not retain their superiority in field conditions. Therefore top ranked Frieswal bulls tested under farm conditions cannot be recommended for their use as proven bulls in field conditions. The breeding program should also be optimized to respond to multiple environment requirements, as re-ranking of bulls occurred in the 2 environment conditions.
Pengaruh Inflasi terhadap Indeks Pembangunan Manusia (IPM) di Indonesia

This study aims to determine and analyze the effect of inflation levels to ward Human Development Index (HDI) in Indonesia, and the magnitude of the elasticity of the level of Human Development Index (HDI) in Indonesia. The method used is quantitative descriptive using secondary data from the Central Bureau of Statistics from the years 2000-2015. Methods of data analysis used correlation analysis, determination analysis, simple linear regression analysis, t-test, and test of elasticity. The results showed: there is a negative relationship between inflation and the human development index (HDI) in the category of moderately correlation coefficient of -0.42 and the contributions made by the inflation of the human development index (HDI) of 17.64% ; if inflation rose by 1%, the human development index (HDI) will decrease by 0.36% with a constant value of 73.33 ; inflation have not a significant effect on the human development index (HDI) and its elasticity is not eslatis (inelastic).
A Social Exchange Perspective through the Lens of an Individual: Relationship between LMX, Voice and Organizational Commitment in Academia

Supervisor and subordinate relationship play a significant role in a work place. One can measure the quality of reciprocal exchange between them through leader member exchange relationship. The main objective of current study is to check the impact of leader and member exchange (LMX) on organizational commitment at individual level. Data (N = 270) were collected from faculty members working in higher educational institutes (HEIs) from two cities of Pakistan. Utilizing Preacher and Hayes (2008) macro of mediation, the proposed mediating variable i.e. employee voice behavior, used in this study appeared to be significant. Employee voice behavior of faculty members mediated the positive association between LMX and normative and affective components of organizational commitment. Depending on social exchange theory, this study widens the research on both the variables i.e. LMX and organizational commitment relationship by declaring employee voice as the mediator. Implications and future directions are discussed.