Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Cardiac Ameliorative Effect of Moringa oleifera Leaf Extract in High-Fat Diet-Induced Obesity in Rat Model

The consumption of a high-fat diet is linked to the development of obesity and considered a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of the methanolic extract of Moringa oleifera leaves (MEML) on the high-fat diet- (HFD-) induced obesity and cardiac damage in rats. MEML, at a dose of 200 mg/kg/bw and 400 mg/kg/bw, was orally administrated to obese rats for 12 weeks. M. oleifera leaves were proved to be rich in nutrients and minerals. Diversity of phenolic compounds in MEML was evidenced via LC-ESI-MS analysis. The chronic administration of HFD in rats led to an increase in the body weight gain, total cholesterol, and triglycerides and reduction in the HDL-C levels. The obtained results indicated a significant increase (p < 0.05) in the cardiac marker enzyme level in obese rats. A significant decrease (p < 0.05) in the levels of cardiac catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activities was accompanied with an increase of malondialdehyde (MDA) level in the high-fat diet group when compared to those of the control. The treatment with the MEML alleviated abnormalities in the serum biochemical parameters, balanced the antioxidant status, and reestablished the normal histological structure of the heart especially in the case of the higher concentration. Moringa oleifera leaves may be a promising candidate in the management of obesity and its related complications such as heart problems.
The Implementation of Curriculum 2013: A Case Study of English Teachers’ Experience at SMA Lab School in Indonesia

The lack of the character building at schools in years becomes the focus of government to change the curriculum from KTSP (School Based Curriculum) to the 2013 Curriculum. The 2013 curriculum concerns on the students’ attitude (behavior), knowledge, and skills. This study investigates the implementation of the 2013 curriculum at SMA Lab School Pancasakti Tegal. To get the data, two English teachers are observed and interviewed. The data is analyzed regarding three categorizations; (a) preparing a lesson plan, (b) applying the steps of teaching-learning activities, and (c) making an evaluation. The result shows that teachers do not implement the steps of scientific approach and the basic concept of 2013 curriculum (i.e. inquiry-based learning, project-based learning, discovery learning, problem-based learning and task-based learning) effectively since there arises students’ problem, who are too passive in a class. The teachers also get problems in formulating achievement indicators and valuing students’ attitude (behavior) as it is quite abstract to measure.
Subjective quality of life and emotional pain among subjects with heart failure in a West African Teaching Hospital

Objective: Heart failure (HF) is a common pathology worldwide. Associated emotional pain is an important risk factor of increased morbidity and secondary psychopathology. Methods: Subjects in stable state of HF attending the cardiology clinic of Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) were recruited into the study. World Health Organization Quality of Life-Bref (WHOQoL-Bref), Psychache Scale (PAS) instruments were administered on subjects that consented to the study. Results: One hundred and forty four (144) subjects of equal sex distribution were studied. The mean age was 31.7±10.2 years. The highest number of subjects, 57 (39.6%) rated their overall QoL as good; while 30 (20.8%) rated it as very poor. When the QoL score was dichotomized to good and poor, females subjects significantly scored lower with X 2 =5.69, p=0.017*. The mean score on PAS by the male subjects was 30.88±9.80; and for the females it was 29.90±9.95. For all the subjects combined, the overall mean score was 30.39±9.85, with range of 13-50. When the PAS scores were dichotomized, there was no significant gender difference. There were significant negative correlations between PAS scores and sociodemographic variables of age and educational levels; that is r=-0.212 with p=0.011*and r=-0.207 with p=0.013* respectively. Conclusion: High number of subjects in our study had emotional pain which is an important risk factor of suicide. Keywords: Quality of life, Heart failure, Emotional pain, Nigeria
Towards Expertise-based Intuition Sharing

In this panel, we will engage with the conference's membership and friends to consider directions for the possible futures of practice-centered computing. This panel is not targeting or aiming to result in a single, agreed "universal” vision, nor to ask for a shared vision among the panelists and the audience. Rather, we offer several and diverse vision statements by distinguished and innovative ECSCW scholars, being experts in their specific domain or context of research. These statements will be necessarily incomplete until the ECSCW membership has joined the discussion, offering their own, additional visions of the futures of the field. With this, the panel aims to engage in a discussion that foresees exciting future research directions for the field of ECSCW but likewise also unveils potential hurdles the community might face.
New world, new rules: life narratives and changes in self-concept in the first year after stroke

Within rehabilitation research recovery from a stroke has been defined by health professionals as the improvement in the physical ability and task-related skills of an individual. The negative psychological consequences of a stroke for both individuals and their families have been recognised for several years, but are poorly understood. Within this thesis an alternative approach has been used to explore psychological consequences following a stroke. The focus of study has been the change in identity of individuals and their spouses, rather than the ability of an individual to carry out tasks. Ten consecutive couples were included following one partner's admission to hospital following a stroke. Separate narrative life history interviews were carried out with the stroke respondent and their spouse in hospital, and at six months and at one year after hospital discharge. Data collection and analysis was based on an interpretative phenomenological approach. A second concurrent study was carried out including 38 stroke respondents who were admitted to hospital following a stroke. While in hospital they were asked to complete a questionnaire including indices of physical ability, task-orientated ability, mood and self-concept. The questionnaire was administered again at six months and one year following discharge. Multivariate statistical procedures were carried out to describe the associations between the variables assessed. All respondents reported that they had experienced a fundamental change in their lives. They continued to report this fundamental change up to the final interview at one year, apart from one couple, where the stroke partner had made a complete physical recovery. The issue which appeared to dominate the stroke respondent's first year post-stroke was a split between their body and their physical and social self They could not maintain their prior identity within the capabilities of their new body. The spouses reported that they became totally responsible for not only their own lives but also the life of their partner. The issues of body-self split and total responsibility appeared to be hidden from others,making the situation of the respondents more challenging. Younger spouses reported more difficulty than older spouses in integrating the stroke into their life situation. Issues facing the respondents also varied depending on their own life histories and life goals. Within the quantitative analysis the mood of the stroke respondents was not highly correlated with physical ability or task-oriented improvement. Perceived difference between past and present self-concept was correlated to anxiety and depression at all assessment times even when the other indictors were taken into account. Exploration of identity change appears to be a useful framework for exploring the psychological consequences of a stroke.
Astringency subqualities and sensory perception of Tuscan Sangiovese wines

Aim: The Sangiovese grape cultivar is at the basis of the most well-known Italian wines produced in the Tuscany region. However, little is known about the sensory characteristics of Tuscan Sangiovese wines, and the diversity in astringency subqualities has never been investigated. In this study we evaluated the sensory perception of 16 commercial Sangiovese wines belonging to four categories of denomination (Chianti DOCG, CH; Chianti Classico DOCG, CC; Morellino di Scansano DOCG, MS; Toscana IGT, TS), and again after 20 months of bottle aging. Methods and results: A sensory evaluation was made, consisting of the astringency subqualities, taste, odor, and aroma profiles of wines. In addition, chemical analyses were carried out for the base parameters, polyphenols and some volatile compounds. Astringency subqualities varied depending on the percentage of Sangiovese in wines (from 80 % to 100 %). Blended Sangiovese wines were characterized by positive mouthfeel sensations. According to these, the drivers of liking the wines were associated with soft, mouthcoat, and rich subqualities. The Tuscan Sangiovese denominations were differentiated by volatile active compounds, whereas after about two years of bottle aging the astringency subqualities better achieved this task. Moreover, aging also influenced the evolution of wines: CC and CH wines positively evolved, revealing a complex odor profile; MS lost the fruity character; and TS was less involved in sensory modification. Conclusions: For the first time, a detailed evaluation of the astringency subqualities of commercial Sangiovese wines was undertaken. Sangiovese subqualities differed according to the percentage of Sangiovese and denomination. Tuscan denominations were distinguished by peculiar sensory characteristics. In addition, bottle aging significantly influenced the evolution of the sensory perception of Sangiovese wine. In particular, mono-varietal Sangiovese wine needed a long period of aging to soften the astringency characteristics. Significance and impact of the study: Sangiovese wine represents - with its denominations and styles - the best-known and high-quality Italian wine in the world, and its popularity is increasing worldwide. Tuscan Sangiovese wines are often a blend with other red varieties of the region, and these can vary according to the production regulations. This study aimed to improve the knowledge of the sensory characteristics of Sangiovese wines belonging to different denominations and made with different percentages of this grape cultivar. In particular, the astringency subqualities are fundamental to fully appreciating the quality of the red wine during tasting.
HUBUNGAN MOTIVASI PERAWAT DENGAN KEPATUHAN PELAKSANAAN PEMBERIAN OBAT ORAL

Abstract The motivation of nurses is influenced by internal and external factors that affect the implementation of the oral medication obeyed in Utama Room of Arifin Achmad Public Hospital Pekanbaru. Job Motivation is a boost of encouragement from the nurse consist of (a sense of awareness, sense of responsibility, work interests, loyalty, discipline) and encouragement from the outside (the recognition of others, opportunities for advancement, promotion and career opportunities, a sense of security in the work, remuneration appropriate and lack of monitoring of others) that directs the actions and behavior of nurses to achieve its objectives. The purpose of this research was to determine the relationship of work motivation nurse with oral medication obeyed. Design research was descriptive correlation with cross sectional approach. The total sample of 46 respondents using purposive sampling technique. Measuring tools such as questionnaires and observation sheets. Results of univariate analysis obtained entirely of women (100%) mostly educated D3 with employment status largely honorary workers (76.1%), long work over 4 years (43.5%). While the bivariate analysis results obtained ρ value 0.004 < (α = 0.05) using the chi square test, the conclusion there is a significant relationship between motivation nurse with compliance implementation oral medication obeyed. Suggested for hospital nurses supervise compliance and further increase the motivation of nurses and provide reword and punishment to those who do not run the S OP . Keywords : obedience, motivation nurse, oral medication obeyed Bibliography : 49 (2003-2014)
A Strength Design Method of Cemented Backfill with a High Aspect Ratio

To calculate the required strength of a cemented backfill with high aspect ratio, the confirmation of lateral pressure is fundamental and needs to be determined first. As for the backfill with a high aspect ratio of height to length, the shape of the slip surface is not straight when in the active state due to the limited space, which is different from the general backfill. For this reason, a formulation of the slip surface with a curved shape and a lateral pressure calculation method based on this curved slip surface were proposed. The proposed equation of the slip surface is affected by the geometry parameters of the backfill, internal friction angle of the backfill, and the friction angle of the backfill-rock interface. Then, by the combination of the minor principal stress trajectory method and the horizontal slice method, an ordinary differential equation of stresses was established and then solved numerically. Finally, the method based on Mitchell’s three-dimensional limit equilibrium model was used to calculate the required strength of the cemented backfill. The calculated results were compared with previous studies and validated with numerical models. The results showed good consistency for the backfills with high aspect ratios.
Reducing the Sink Marks of a Crystalline Polymer Using External Gas-Assisted Injection Molding

External gas-assisted injection molding (EGAIM) has been used to reduce the sink marks of amorphous polymer products, but that of crystalline polymer products has not yet been reported. EGAIM of a crystalline polymer product was investigated in this study, and the influences of process parameters on the sink marks were discussed based on experiments. An isotactic polypropylene (iPP) product was fabricated by EGAIM under different process conditions. A uniform design was applied as an experimental design to investigate the influences of the process parameters on the sink marks. A regression equation was established to describe the quantitative relationship between the important parameters and sink marks in which a data-processing method was applied to determine the optimal value of at significant level to reduce the possibility of omission of some important parameters. The results show that EGAIM was effective in reducing the sink marks in these iPP products, and the most important parameters were the cooling time, gas pressure, and gas time. This study also provides the quantitative relationship between the important parameters and sink marks as reference for the research of EGAIM on crystalline polymer.
A Post-Traumatic Growth Of The Jemaat Ahmadiyah In Indonesia: The Effect Of Positive Religious Coping, Resiliency And Social Support

This article discus the effect of positive religious coping, resilience and social support on posttraumatic growth of Jemaat Ahmadiyya. A sample of 200 Jemaat Ahmadiyya victims of the 2005 attack in Cianjur taken with non-probability sampling techniques. Author modify the measuring instrument that consists of Post Traumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI), Religious Coping Measures (RCOPE), International Resilience Research Project (IRRP), Berlin Social Support Scale (BSSS). Validity of measuring instruments using techniques confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). Data analysis using multiple regression analysis techniques The results showed that there was significant effect of positive religious coping, resilience and social support on posttraumatic growth in Jemaat Ahmadiyya victims. The test result minor hypothesis that examine the effect on posttraumatic growth. Only six regression coefficients that significantly influence posttraumatic growth, namely: intimacy, external supports (i have), inner strength (i am), perceived emotional support, perceived instrumental seeking support and support seeking. Based on all variant proportions, post-traumatic growth (PTG) are influenced by the independent variables of 60.2%. The author hopes that the implications of the results of this study can be reviewed and development in future studies. In addition, it is necessary to pay attention to the selected measuring instruments in the measurement of variables.
Pedagogical Agents for Fostering Question-Asking Skills in Children

Question asking is an important tool for constructing academic knowledge, and a self-reinforcing driver of curiosity. However, research has found that question asking is infrequent in the classroom and children's questions are often superficial, lacking deep reasoning. In this work, we developed a pedagogical agent that encourages children to ask divergent-thinking questions, a more complex form of questions that is associated with curiosity. We conducted a study with 95 fifth grade students, who interacted with an agent that encourages either convergent-thinking or divergent-thinking questions. Results showed that both interventions increased the number of divergent-thinking questions and the fluency of question asking, while they did not significantly alter children's perception of curiosity despite their high intrinsic motivation scores. In addition, children's curiosity trait has a mediating effect on question asking under the divergent-thinking agent, suggesting that question-asking interventions must be personalized to each student based on their tendency to be curious.
BOVINE VIRAL DIARRHEA VIRUS: EVALUATION OF PERSISTENT INFECTIONS, ACUTE TRANSMISSION, AND VACCINATION PROTECTION IN ALPACAS

by Stacey Renee Byers, DVM, MS Washington State University May 2009 Chair: George M. Barrington The purpose of this project was to characterize bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) type 1b infection in alpacas to determine the effects of persistent infection (PI), acute transient disease, and vaccine efficacy. The first specific aim was designed to follow three PI alpacas from identification of the BVDV infection through the end of life. Antemortem and postmortem testing identified viral shedding patterns and organs affected by virus. Results indicated variability in antigen location between alpacas; however, viremia and viral shedding was consistent in all three PI alpacas until death. Specific aim two characterized BVDV transmission and acute infection in previously unexposed alpacas. The study involved two groups of alpacas, one experimentally inoculated with BVDV, and the second housed with PI alpacas to facilitate direct, natural transmission. Clinical signs in the previously unexposed alpacas were mild, although alterations in blood cell parameters indicated immunosuppression similar to that seen in bovidae infected with BVDV. The third specific aim evaluated the efficacy of a commercial, modified-live, BVDV vaccine in alpacas. Five previously unexposed alpacas were vaccinated and their serologic antibody response was documented. The five vaccinated and two unvaccinated
From Lost Letters to Conditional E-Mail Responses: A Method to Assess Biased Behavior Online

This article introduces the Conditional E-mail Response Technique (CERT) as a systematic, hidden observation technique to measure behavioral tendencies. Although CERT derives from older techniques such as lost-letter/lost-e-mail techniques, we show how CERT is unique: each participant receives several e-mails with varying content, allowing the researcher to observe response rates and valence as a function of the manipulated content. Our study investigated discrimination against foreigners in the apartment rental market in Heidelberg (a German university city) by recording lessors’ (non-) responses to 600 e-mails from fake applicants. Each owner (N = 120) received five applications for a one-room apartment via e-mail. Applicants’ ethnic identities were communicated through their names. The results showed a remarkable bias against foreign names compared to German names. The response rates for foreign applicants were almost half that for German applicants (response rates were 78% for German names compared to 44–54% for American, Italian, Russian, and Turkish names). The relative risk of a rejecting response was up to eight times higher for e-mails appearing to come from foreigners. Applicants with foreign names were noticeably more likely to receive either no response or a negative response, that is, to have a negative outcome. There were also differences among the foreign applicant groups. We discuss the implications, ethical considerations, and advantages of CERT compared to other related techniques, as well as possible future uses.
Reciprocity and Representation Theorems for Flux- and Field-Normalised Decomposed Wave Fields

We consider wave propagation problems in which there is a preferred direction of propagation. To account for propagation in preferred directions, the wave equation is decomposed into a set of coupled equations for waves that propagate in opposite directions along the preferred axis. This decomposition is not unique. We discuss flux-normalised and field-normalised decomposition in a systematic way, analyse the symmetry properties of the decomposition operators, and use these symmetry properties to derive reciprocity theorems for the decomposed wave fields, for both types of normalisation. Based on the field-normalised reciprocity theorems, we derive representation theorems for decomposed wave fields. In particular, we derive double- and single-sided Kirchhoff-Helmholtz integrals for forward and backward propagation of decomposed wave fields. The single-sided Kirchhoff-Helmholtz integrals for backward propagation of field-normalised decomposed wave fields find applications in reflection imaging, accounting for multiple scattering.