Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
NUTRITIONAL STATUS AND QUALITY OF LIFE DURING RAMADAN AMONG HIGHER INSTITUTION LEARNING CENTRE STAFFS WITH DIFFERENT BODY WEIGHT STATUS

Ramadan fasting altersmeal time and frequency of food consumed. Meals are exclusively nocturnal and less frequent; consequently, this may affect energy and nutrient intake. It is proven that what we eat will affect our quality of life (QoL), which also influenced our selfidentification, social interactions, and psychological well-being.The aim of this study was to assess the total calorie and macronutrientsintake, as well as the quality of life (QoL), andalso toinvestigate any correlationson quality of life (QoL) towards dietary intake before, during and after Ramadan among UniSZA staffs. This study was conducted in four phases; a week before Ramadan, first week of Ramadan, second week of Ramadan, and after Ramadan. The total of 55 UniSZA staffs was recruited.Qualitative analysis of food consumed showed that the percentage of energy as carbohydrates, protein, and fat remained unaffected by Ramadan fasting. Therewere significance difference (p< 0.05) in the mean score of physical functioning, role-physical, bodily pain, general health, and vitality. Results showed that there weresignificant correlations (p<0.05) between calorie and general health; carbohydrate and physical functioning; carbohydrate and vitality; protein and physical functioning; protein and general health; protein and vitality; as well as fat and vitality. In conclusion, this study has found no significant correlation between quality World Journal of Pharmaceutical Research SJIF Impact Factor 5.045 Volume 3, Issue 6, 01-13. Research Article ISSN 2277 – 7105 Article Received on 27 May 2014, Revised on 22 June 2014, Accepted on 17 July 2014
Banana Bunchy Top Viral Coat Protein (CP) Gene Expression Studies at Molecular Level in Hill Banana cv. Sirumalai (AAB)

Banana (Musa spp.) is one of the most important fruit crop in the world (Dale et al., 1987). It is the major staple food crop for approximately 400 million people. In India, banana is cultivated in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Maharastra, Andhra Pradesh, Assam and Kerala. The main varieties of banana are Dwarf Cavendish, Bhusaval Keli, Basrai, Poovan, Harichhal, Nendran, Safed velchi, Robusta and Grand naine. Among the states Gujarat has the highest productivity of 177.5 metric tonnes against India's average of 35.50 metric tonnes. Banana is affected by various yield limiting factors such as pests, and diseases. Diseases like black sigatoka (Mycosphaerella fijiensis), wilt (Fusarium oxysporum), viruses like banana bunchy top virus (BBTV), banana streak virus (BSV), banana bract mosaic virus (BBMV) and nematodes cause significant yield losses (Tripathi et al., 2004). Long generation time, various levels of ploidy, lack of genetic variability and sterility of most edible cultivars have hampered the development of disease-resistant Musa by conventional breeding. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences ISSN: 2319-7706 Volume 6 Number 6 (2017) pp. 398-411 Journal homepage: http://www.ijcmas. com
Variation in polyphenol content due to commonly applied processing techniques: A review

The present review is all about the effects of various commonly used processing methods in our country and is based upon the evaluation of previous studies depicting various food processing applications with its effects on raw ingredient. This review deals with various subclasses of phenolic compounds as phenolic acids, chalcones, flavanones, flavones, flavonols and tannins, and the changes these compounds undergo during processing. Health properties of poly-phenolic compounds are also discussed to emphasize their importance as integral part of our diet. After going through several researches it was found that the effect of same processing method can be different for different subclasses of polyphenols and the effect can also vary according to variety of the raw ingredient. Most of the processing techniques such as blanching, boiling, microwaving etc. tend to degrade the quantity of polyphenols present in raw form but it was also seen that sometimes it increases the bioavailability of certain phytochemicals. Tables are provided to give a clear and more precise and focused view of polyphenol losses on application of various methods of processing.
Saad Z, Donkol RH, El-Rawy M, Boughattas S. Difference in Grading of Coronary Stenosis Between Coronary CT Angiography and Invasive Coronary Angiography: Our Experi-

Coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the major causes of mortality and morbidity in the 21st century [1-3]. Reliable and accurate diagnosis of CAD is a crucial part in management and prevention of major cardiac events. While invasive coronary angiography (ICA) is still the "gold standard" imaging test for the anatomical assessment of CAD, Coronary CT angiography (CTA) has increasingly become a reliable noninvasive alternative and has proven clinically useful for excluding obstructive CAD due to its high sensitivity and negative predictive value (NPV) [4-8]. In comparison to conventional functional testing, CTA has been Abstract
Comparative evaluation of antimicrobial efficiency of tea tree oil and chlorhexidine on Streptococcus mutans

Oral diseases such as dental caries and periodontal diseases are caused by microorganisms belonging to the resident microflora rather than by classic microbial pathogens. [1] Oral microbial flora is dominated by Gram-positive microorganisms, and hence dental plaque which is formed on the tooth surface contains Gram-positive cocci and bacilli. [2] With the exponential advancement in the field of dentistry, various preventive measures have emerged targeting the causative factors of the oral diseases. [3] Dental plaque which forms on the tooth surface exists in a state of biofilm which means the microorganisms present in the plaque live in communities and they are held together in a matrix. Plaque accumulation is one such factor which predisposes the individual to both dental caries and periodontal disease. [4-6] Salivary microfloras such as Streptococcus mutans and other predisposing factors lay an important role in the Research Article
Utility of Mitral Leaflet Separation Index (Mlsi) For Assesing Severity of Mitral Stenosis Before and After Percutaneous Trnansmitral Commisurotomy(Ptmc)

Background: A novel index called the mitral leaflet separation index (MLS index) has shown to be useful in assessing the severity of Mitral Stenosis (MS). However, studies on use of MLS index in assessing severity of mitral stenosis in post PTMC setting is limited Aims: To study correlation of MLSI with severity of mitral stenosis by various method on echocardiography and catheterization in both pre PTMC and post PTMC setting. Methods: Consecutive patients of all ages and both sexes with moderate to severe rheumatic mitral stenosis who underwent successful PTMC from January 2014 to December 2015 were included in the study. The mitral valve area (MVA) was estimated by the standard 2D echo planimetry and pressure halftime methods. The MLS index was estimated by measuring the maximal separation of tip of the mitral leaflets in end diastole in parasternal long axis (PLAX) view and in apical 4-chamber view (A4C). The MS severity was also assessed by calculating the MVA using Gorlin’s Formula during cardiac catheterization study. Correlation between MLSI and hemodynamic severity of MS by conventional echocardiography and catheterization was studied. Results: 50 patients with moderate or severe mitral stenosis and valve morphology favourable for PTMC were included in the study. The male-to female ratio is 1: 2.33. The mean age of the patients was 30.64 + 10.62 years. Pre-PTMC, the mean MVA by PHT method was 0.749 + 0.12 cm2 while the mean MVA by 2D method was 0.77 + 0.23cm2 . The mean MV pressure gradient was 14.93 + 1.93mmHg and the mean MLSI was 6.606 + 1.5 mm. Mean MVA (Gorlin) was 0.735 + 0.1 cm2 . MLS index correlated well with MVA by planimetry method both in pre-PTMC (r = 0.635; p = <0.0001) and post-PTMC patients (r = 0.49; p = 0.0004) and overall correlation was r = 0.92 with p < 0.0001
Research Progress in the Promissing Natural Product-Betulin

Betulin is a pentacyclic triterpene alcohol with a lupane skeleton and is known to possess a broad range of biological activities, including antiinflammatory, anti-viral and anti-cancer actions. Betulin contains primary and secondary hydroxyls that are situated in different steric environments and shows different activities. The literature concerning the pharmacological properties, the resource and isolation of betulin, the chemical synthesis of betulin and its derivatives, the biotransformation of betulin was reviewed and it will prepare for the further studies such as the structure-activity research (SAR), the pharmacological and toxicologic study.
Effect of Partial Replacement of Dietary DL-methionine with Herbal Methionine Replacers on the Growth and Performance of Broilers

Increases in the cost of chemically produced DL-methionine and preference for organic alternatives are pressing for herbal methionine replacers. Here, we report the effects of partial replacement of dietary DL-methionine with herbal methionine replacers upon the growth and performance of broilers. One hundred and sixty Vencobb broilers, fed a corn-soy based diet, were divided into four groups i.e. (T1) control, deficient in methionine; (T2) 0.2% DL-methionine; (T3) DL-methionine 0.1% + herbal methionine powder 0.1%; and (T4) DL-Methionine 0.1% + liquid herbal methionine at 5 ml/day/100 birds till 21 days, 10 ml/ day/100 birds from 21 to 35 days, and 20 ml/day/100 birds during 35 to 42 days of age. Body weight gain, feed intake, feed conversion ratio, carcass characteristics, and serum biochemical parameters were studied. Partial replacement of DL-methionine with herbal methionine allowed greater body weight gain, better feed conversion ratio, higher dressing percentage, and lesser stress in broilers. It could be concluded that partial replacement of at least half, if not more, of the dietary DL-methionine requirement with herbal methionine can be practiced for improving broiler growth and performance.
PHARMACOTHERAPEUTICS OF CURCUMA LONGA- A POTENT PATENT

Many herbal remedies individually or in combination have been recommended in various medical treatises for the cure of different diseases. The therapeutic value of Curcuma longa Linn. commonly known as Turmeric has been recognized in different systems of traditional medicine for the treatment of diseases and human ailments. It contains several phytoconstituents belonging to category of alkaloids, glycosides, triterpenoids, sterols and volatile oils. It has been reported to cure inflammation, wounds, infections and acts as a carminative. Several studies using modern techniques have authenticated its use as anti inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-fertility, anticancer, anti diabetic, antioxidant, hypolipidemic, anti venom, anti hepato-toxic, nephroprotective, anticoagulant etc. Most importantly, the plant has shown to possess anti HIV activity which could be of great value to combat AIDS particularly in third world countries.
A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW AND ANALYSIS ON OBJECT-ORIENTED SOFTWARE METRICS IN SOFTWARE MEASUREMENT

— The software development is dynamic and is always undergoing major changes. Today a huge number of tools and methodologies are available for software development and software development refers to all activities that go into producing information system solution. System development activities consist of system analysis, modeling, design, implementation, testing and maintenance and further the state of software metrics in software development during the last decade is encouraging and many researchers are involved in the field of software metrics. The software metrics are being applied and good results are obtained with criticisms. The use of software metrics has proved the process efficiency and product effectiveness. In software engineering, recently, software metrics researchers have introduced new metrics and validated software metrics using empirical and theoretical techniques and software metrics have been used in decisions-making as well as in various process activities and more researchers are involved in empirical studies. The eminent researchers guide the software professionals for evaluating software product effectiveness using software metrics. There are many kinds of software metrics available from traditional metrics to latest computer science field of web science, i.e., web-related metrics in software engineering. In order to propose an object-oriented metrics in software engineering, a thorough understanding of the previous object-oriented metrics is essential in software measurement. A better understanding of existing metrics would lead to clear ideation and developments of concepts to solve the problems of ambiguity in object-oriented metrics. This paper analyzes and reviews the most referred object-oriented metrics in software measurement.
Development Of A Stability Indicating RP-RRLC Method For Determination Of Allopurinol And Its Degradation Products In Solid Oral Dosage

A simple, sensitive and reproducible reversed phase rapid resolution liquid chromatography (RPRRLC) coupled with a photodiode array detector method was developed and validated for determination of Allopurinol and its related substances in pharmaceutical dosage forms. The chromatographic separation was achieved on Zorbax SB C8 (1.8μm, 4.6mm X 50mm) column using gradient elution of potassium dihydrogen phosphate buffer (pH 2.50, 0.025M) and methanol at flow rate of 1.0 ml/min. UV detection was performed on 230 nm. Total run time was 10 min within which main compound and other known and unknown impurities were separated. Stability indicating capability was established by force degradation experiments and separation of known degradation products. The method was validated for accuracy, repeatability, reproducibility and robustness. Linearity, LOQ and LOD were established for Allopurinol and its known impurities.
Analysis of Functional Outcome of Conservative versus Surgical Management by Plating in Mid-Third Clavicle Fractures

Displaced middle third clavicle fractures have always posed a therapeutic challenge to the orthopaedic surgeons. Incidence of these fractures varies from 2.6–4% in adults. Majority (about 80%) of the clavicle fractures occurs in middle third. Despite this high numbers, proper treatment is still controversial. The aim of this study is to evaluate the rate of union in mid-third fractures of the clavicle treated by non-operative methods and by clavicular plating, to determine the complications and to Compare the functional outcomes of displaced fracture of the middle third of clavicle treated with non-operartive and surgical management by plating . This is a prospective study in which 50 cases of displaced mid-shaft fractures of clavicle were treated randomly. 25 cases were operated with internal fixation by plate osteosynthesis and 25 patients were followed with conservative management. Functional evaluation was conducted at regular interval with the use of the constant murley scores. Union was evaluated clinically and radio graphically. In the non-operative group 21 cases (84%) united, while 4 cases (16%) went on to non-union and the mean constant score was 84.48±7.8. In the Operative group, 96% union rate was found and the mean constant score was 93.72. To Conclude, Excellent functional outcomes, earlier return to daily activities, decrease incidence of nonunion can be achieved with surgical management of displaced clavicle fractures compared with non-operative treatment.
Nutritional status of children on the National School Nutrition Programme in Capricorn District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Background. School feeding programmes are intended to alleviate short-term hunger, improve nutrition and cognition of children, and provide incomes to families. Objectives. To assess the nutritional status of children receiving meals provided by the National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) in Capricorn Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Methods. The setting was 18 randomly selected schools on the NSNP in Capricorn District. The total sample comprised 602 randomly selected schoolchildren from grades 4 to 7, aged 10 (26.6%), 11 (35.4%) and 12 (35.4%). Socioeconomic characteristics, anthropometric measurements, dietary patterns and school attendance were determined. Children were interviewed to assess their nutritional status using a validated questionnaire. Descriptive statistics such as means, standard deviations (SDs) and ranges were used for socioeconomic parameters and dietary patterns, and z-scores for anthropometric data. Results. The results showed that boys (9.5%) and girls (7.8% ) were underweight. The prevalence of stunting in the sample was 11.3% for boys and 7.4% for girls, whereas boys (3.6%) and girls (4.2%) were wasted, with a z-score of –2 SD. School attendance was good. Conclusion. The nutritional status of most subjects in the study was within the acceptable range as indicated by the assessment of growth using anthropometric measurements.
Health Risk Assessment of Marble Dust at Marble Workshops

Marble workers are occupationally exposed to intense environmental marble dust in their workplace. The main objective of this study is to evaluate health risk assessment that might generate from marble manufactures in Damietta City. We also aimed to investigate the effect of marble dust exposure on lugs of rats. The rats exposed to inhalation of dust induced pathological changes in their lungs which involved the different tissue constituents. The degree of these pathological changes was proportional to the duration of exposure. This study shows positive relationships between respiratory lesions and marble dust. The mean concentrations of inhalable dust in marble workshops (A,B,C) were 30.44, 60.41, 68.73 mg/m 3 respectively, whereas The mean concentrations of personal respirable dust in marble workshops (A ,B and C) were 6.10, 6.92, 7.15 mg/m 3 respectively. Most of these measurements were exceeded the permissible exposure limit. Moreover, the data of the present study demonstrated that long period of chronic exposure to dust induced progressive atrophic changes in the alveoli of rats. Therefore, there are some potential risk of such industry lying on the environmental, which requires attention, mitigations, and management to protect the existing human and animal health. [M. I. El-Gammal, M. S. Ibrahim, El-Sayed. A. Badr, Samar A. Asker and Neven M. El-Galad. Health Risk Assessment of Marble Dust at Marble Workshops]. Nature and Science 2011; 9(11): 144-154]. (ISSN: 1545-0740). http://www.sciencepub. net.
Modeling of the Optimal Distribution Scheme of Transport Flows in the Street-Road Network Considering the Influence of a Pedestrian Traffic

: The introduction of intelligent transport systems involves the automated selection of optimal solutions for all road users in real time. The aim of the research is to develop methods for modeling the optimal scheme of traffic flow distribution along the road network, taking into account the influence of pedestrian traffic. The paper covers the mathematical models of intersections in various schemes for organizing pedestrian traffic, develops an analytical apparatus for estimating vehicle delays in terms of pedestrian flows. For choosing the scheme of the movement organization under the conditions of uncertainty, the apparatus of mathematical game theory is used. Methods for calculating the delays of vehicles taking into account pedestrian traffic are made within the framework of hypotheses and attitudes of the author’s model of the distribution of traffic flows over the network, which is aimed at solving optimization of transport problems in the online mode. Considering the pedestrian flows allows more accurately simulating the real traffic situation and fast responding to its changes.
Assessment of Squamous Cellular Carcinoma Antigen (SCCA) and KL-6 as a Tumor Markers and Their Correlation to Tumor Size in HCC

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the fifth most common malignancy in the world. In Egypt, HCC was reported to account for about 4.7% of chronic liver disease (CLD) patients. Squamous cellular carcinoma antigen (SCCA) has been reported to be strongly expressed in HCC tissue hampering its extensive use in clinical practice. KL6 was originally found using a murine monoclonal antibody reported to have a high positive rate in different non hepatic malignancies. The present study aimed to evaluate the clinical usefulness of serum levels of SCCA and KL-6 as serological markers for early detection of HCC compared to AFP and correlation between each of them with tumor size. The study comprised of three groups. Group 1: included 82 patients with HCC diagnosed based on clinical, laboratory, abdominal ultrasonography and CT investigations. Group 2: included 46 patients with liver cirrhosis. Group 3: included 35 apparently healthy subjects matched for age and sex. All groups were subjected to full history taking, clinical examination and laboratory investigations including liver function tests, viral markers, AFP, SCCA and KL-6. A statistical significant difference (<0.001) was detected between each serum level of AFP, SCCA and KL6 in the three studied groups, where the maximum increase of these parameters was detected in the HCC group. The sensitivity and the specificity is 81.7% & 76.1% for SCCA and 76.8% & 78.3% for KL-6. A statistical significant increase (p<0.001) was observed in the mean serum level of each SCCA and KL-6 with increasing the tumor size and Child score. The results of this study suggest that SCCA and KL-6 could represent a useful tool as a marker for detection of HCC and for differential diagnosis between HCC and cirrhosis. A large scale study is needed to investigate their clinical value to diagnose patients with HCC with different etiological causes and their correlation between each of them with tumor size. [Hosam M. El-Ezawy, Nashwa Shebil, Suzan El-Hasanin, Moones A Obada, Mohamed El-Waraay. Assessment of Squamous Cellular Carcinoma Antigen (SCCA) and KL-6 as a Tumor Markers and Their Correlation to Tumor Size in HCC. Journal of American Science 2012;8(3):172-179]. (ISSN: 1545-1003). http://www.americanscience. org. 21
Synthesis and Cytotoxicity of Dinuclear Silver(I)-N-Heterocyclic CarbeneComplexes

Synthesis of two new para-xylyl linked bis-benzimidazolium salts (III-IV) and respective dinuclear Ag(I)-N-heterocyclic carbene complexes (V-VI) has been described. The compounds were tested against human colorectal cancer cells (HCT 116) which showed a dose-dependent cytotoxic activity. The IC50 values were found in the range 0.03–65.9 μM. 5-Fluorouracil was used as standard drug (IC50=5.9 μM).