Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
One-pot synthesis of uniform and monodisperse superparamagnetic molecularly imprinted polymer nanospheres through a sol–gel process for selective recognition of bisphenol A in aqueous media

In this study, a facile method was used to synthesize core–shell magnetic surface molecularly imprinted polymer (Fe3O4@MIP) nanospheres. Initially, monodisperse carboxyl-functionalized Fe3O4 nanoparticles (Fe3O4–COOH) were obtained through a one-step hydrothermal method, the imprinted layer was then synthesized directly on the surface of the magnetic core via a one-pot sol–gel method. The morphology and structural properties of the prepared magnetic nanoparticles were characterized by XRD, TEM, SEM, FT-IR and VSM. The synthesis conditions for the formation of Fe3O4@MIPs were systematically investigated. It was found that the monodispersity and morphology of Fe3O4@MIPs were highly influenced by the concentration of ammonium hydroxide (NH3·H2O), the solvent composition (methanol–water), and the molar ratio of functional monomer and cross-linker. Interestingly, the preparation process of the Fe3O4@MIPs was direct and simple without further complex modification on the surface of Fe3O4 compared with conventional imprinting methods, which makes the saturation magnetization value for the Fe3O4@MIPs samples higher than those of common obtained materials. Meanwhile, the entire process of sol–gel polymerization was shortened to 1 h, which was much shorter than typical polymerization times. The adsorption performances of Fe3O4@MIPs and Fe3O4@NIPs with optimized morphologies were evaluated in bisphenol A (BPA) aqueous solution. The results showed that the product had the advantages of large adsorption capacity, good selectivity and favourable reusability, which are ascribed to its high uniformity and monodispersity. In addition, the molecular recognition of the obtained Fe3O4@MIPs was realized in aqueous media, which is conducive to practical applications on a larger scale and makes Fe3O4@MIPs an ideal adsorption and enrichment material.
The Relationship Between Prosocial and Antisocial Behaviors and Personality Traits in Team Athletes

The aim of this study was to investigate the relationships between personality traits and prosocial and antisocial behaviors displayed in team athletes. In this respect, the data was collected from a total of 481 (64 females and 417 males) participants engaged in team sports. The relational screening model was used in the study. The Prosocial and Antisocial Behavior in Sports Scale, Five Factor Personality Inventory and Personal Information Form prepared by the researcher were used to collect data. Descriptive statistics, and Pearson Correlation Coefficient were used in the analysis. As a result of the analysis it was determined that there was a positive and a significant relationship between prosocial behavior-team (PT), prosocial behavior-opponent (PO) and extroversion, responsibility and openness sub-dimensions. However, significant negative difference was determined between prosocial behavior-team, prosocial behavior-opponent (PO) and neuroticism. Accordingly, as prosocial behaviors of team athletes increase, the neuroticism level of the athletes decreases. A negative significant relationship was determined between the scores obtained from the antisocial behavior-team (AT) and antisocial behavior-opponent (AO) and the sub-dimensions of consistency and responsibility. There was a significant positive correlation between the neuroticism sub-dimension. There was no statistically significant relationship between the sub-dimensions of extraversion and openness.
Allometric relationships, functional differentiations, and scaling of growth rates across 151 tree species in China

Chinese trees adapted to wet, warm, highly heterogeneous, and dynamic light environments might be expected to systematically differ from other non-Chinese trees based on stem allometry and life em allo. However, our understanding of the extent to which how differentiation in forest architecture and species size influences tree allometry relates to fundamental physiological and ecological trade-offs, climate, forest structure, and function is limited. We quantified height–diameter allometries and growth increments of 13,594 individuals of 151 tree species across China. Although trees grew statistically indistinguishably from the theoretically predicted exponent, the height–diameter allometries for trees in China deviated from tree patterns in other continental forests worldwide. Chinese trees showed substantially lower heights at a given diameter for larger trees and asymptotic heights (33.05 m), with values were 5.5% to 43.3% lower than those estimated for continental rain forest trees in South America, Australia, Southeast Asia, and Africa. In total, 149 of 151 species showed significant nonlinearity of height–diameter allometry with asymptotic heights ranging from 6.33 to 50.54 m; additionally, half (74/149 species) fell in the range of 20–33.5 m, averaging 21.98 8.70 m (SE) for canopy trees. In subsets of canopy trees sampled from larger-statured species and deciduous trees, the approximated maximum heights were 14–42% larger than those of smaller-statured and evergreens and those in other wet and warmer regions found worldwide. These results suggest flexible phenotypic responses of height–diameter allometries to heterogeneous light conditions along understory-canopy gradients. Average growth rates, varying from 0.02 to 0.78 cm/yr (mean of 0.25 cm/yr), were positively related to the asymptotic height, diameter at inflection, and allometric intercept but negatively correlated with the shape of the asymptotic curve and allometric slope. Species with asymptotic heights above 30 m or inflection sizes larger than 20 cm clearly depicted higher growth rates than smaller ones.
Original Fixation Technique for Periprosthetic Humeral Fractures: Locking Plate for Lockable Stem

The prevalence of periprosthetic humeral fractures is 0.6% to 3%. These periprosthetic fractures are very challenging to treat because of the risk of complications and reduced function, especially when the humeral implant needs to be changed. The aim of this study was to evaluate the possibility of stabilizing the fracture without removing the existing humeral stem.
A comprehensive review on antinutritional factors of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)

Chickpeas are a prominent legume mostly in the Mediterranean and Western regions. It is a vital part of the human diet because it is a cost-effective source of calories, proteins, carbohydrates, fibre, B-group vitamins, and minerals. However, a few antinutritional factors found in legumes reduce the bioavailability of some nutrients. Chickpea antinutrients have sparked health concerns as one of the most nutritious components of the human diet. Processing chickpea increases their sensorial, nutritional, and physical qualities while reducing antinutritional factors. Soaking, germination, boiling, extrusion, and microwave cooking are some of the common processing techniques for chickpeas. As a result of this processing, antinutritional factors i.e., tannins, trypsin, phytic acids, hemagglutinins, and other antinutritional factors are decreased. It also discusses the ability for anti-nutritional stimuli to have a negative impact on human health. Additionally, successful and effective strategies for reduction of anti-nutritional factors and maximisation of chickpea nutritional properties are discussed.
Construction of ultrafine TiO2 nanoparticle and SnNb2O6 nanosheet 0D/2D heterojunctions with abundant interfaces and significantly improved photocatalytic activity

Novel well-dispersed ultrafine TiO2 nanoparticle/SnNb2O6 nanosheet (TiO2/SNO) 0D/2D heterojunctions have been synthesized by a facile hydrothermal method. Ultrafine TiO2 particles with average sizes of around 9.3 nm were uniformly and tightly attached on the surface of SNO nanosheets with approximately 3.2 nm thickness. The photocatalytic activities of the TiO2/SNO nanocomposite were evaluated for the degradation of rhodamine B (RhB) and a colorless antibiotic agent, tetracycline hydrochloride (TC), under visible light irradiation. The TiO2/SNO heterojunctions show significantly promoted photocatalytic activity towards the degradation of RhB and TC compared with the bare TiO2 and SNO. This enhanced photocatalytic activity can be mainly ascribed to the formed substantial contact interface and matched energy band of the heterojunction, which could improve charge transfer efficiency and suppress photoelectron–hole recombination. On the basis of radical scavenger experiments, superoxide radicals and holes are suggested to play a critical role in the degradation over TiO2/SNO heterojunctions. This work could be extended to the design of other 0D/2D heterojunction photocatalysts with the purpose of enhancing activity by coupling suitable wide and narrow band-gap semiconductors, which is inspiring for practical environmental purification.
KOH string and Vancomycin susceptibility test as an alternative method to Gram staining

Gram staining is a common technique to differentiate Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria. They may be gram variable (incorrectly identified) due to rapid decolorization of Gram positive bacteria and poor decolorization of Gram negative bacteria. There are few alternative techniques. Potassium hydroxide (KOH) string test and Vancomycin susceptibility test were done in addition to Gram stain to differentiate bacteria and were compared. The study was done in Academy of Medical Sciences, Pariyaram, Kannur. Total 300 various isolates were collected and analysed for its bacterial identification; various samples were subjected to Gram stain, KOH string test and Vancomycin susceptibility test. Of all Gram positive cocci, 91(100%) showed KOH string test negative and 89(97.8%) Vancomycin sensitive. Out of all Gram negative bacilli, 209(100%) showed KOH string test negative and Vancomycin resistant. KOH string test and Vancomycin susceptibility tests can be used as alternative or in addition to Gram stain for rapid identification of bacteria and better accuracy.
Eugenol and tricaine methanesulfonate as anhestesics for the pearl cichlid

Anesthesia reduces the handling process duration and prevent fish injuries. The anesthetic effect and ideal concentrations of eugenol and tricaine methanesulfonate (MS-222) were tested for pearl cichlid (Geophagus brasiliensis) juveniles with an average weight of 4.4 g in water at 24oC. The criterion for determining the optimal dose considered an induction time of one minute. Experiment 1 tested the concentrations of 25, 75, 150 and 300 mg L-1 of eugenol. The best results were obtained at doses of 150 and 300 mg L-1. Experiment 2 aimed to establish a more accurate result by testing the concentrations of 180, 210, 240 and 270 mg L-1, and led to an estimation of 217 mg L-1 of eugenol to induce anesthesia in one minute. Experiment 3 evaluated 200, 300, 400, 500 and 600 mg L-1 of tricaine, of which the concentration of 294 mg L-1 was estimated to induce anesthesia in one minute. No significant differences were observed for recovery times when using either of the anesthetics. No mortality was observed within 24 hours after the experiments for any concentration of the anesthetics. The present study recommends 217 mg L-1 of eugenol or 394 mg L-1 of tricaine for anesthesia of the pearl cichlid.
Holography, Fourier Optics, and Beyond Photonic Crystals: Holographic Fabrications for Weyl Points, Bound States in the Continuum, and Exceptional Points

of Re( ε ) and the coupled Re( ε ) and imaginary ε (Im( ε )). It is, therefore, important to determine whether holographic fabrications can be an ef ﬁ cient solution to Weyl points, BIC, and EPs. In this review, a comprehensive overview of holography, Fourier optical surface/volume gratings, and their implementations for Weyl points, BIC, and EPs is presented.
Bilateral responsive regulation and international tax competition: An
 agent‐based
 simulation

Country-by-Country Reporting and Automatic Exchange of Information have recently been implemented in European Union (EU) countries. These international tax reforms increase tax compliance in the short term. In the long run, however, taxpayers will continue looking abroad to avoid taxation and, countries, looking for additional revenues, will provide opportunities. As a result, tax competition intensi ﬁ es and the initial increase in compliance could reverse. To avoid international tax reforms being counteracted by tax competition, this paper suggests bilateral responsive regulation to maximize compliance. This implies that countries would use different tax policy instruments toward other countries, including tax and secrecy havens. Our agent-based simulation ﬁ nds that a differentiated policy response could increase tax compliance by 6.54 percent, which translates into an annual increase of € 105 billion in EU tax revenues on income, pro ﬁ ts, and capital gains. Corporate income tax revenues in France, Spain, and the UK alone would already account for € 35 billion.
The potential of using the bioluminescent system of Chaetopterus variopedatus to study ferroptosis in living organisms

Ferroptosis is a form of programmed cell death associated with iron-dependent lipid peroxidation. Novel ferroptosis inducers and suppressors could be instrumental in developing drugs against neurodegenerative disorders and cancer. Prior to embarking on a search for ferroptosis inducers/suppressors, this form of cell death must be studied in living cells and laboratory animals. In addition to two cofactors, luciferase (or photoprotein) of the parchment tubeworm Chaetopterus variopedatus requires the presence of iron ions and hydrogen peroxide or organic hydroperoxides to exert its activity. Therefore, the bioluminescence system of the parchment tubeworm can be used to study ferroptosis in living organisms.
Effects of Action Learning-based Pediatric Nursing Practice Education Program on Problem Solving Abilities, Competency in Nursing Skills, Self-efficacy for Group Work, and Team Efficacy of Nursing College Students

This study was conducted to examine effects of action learning-based pediatric nursing practice education (AL-PNPE) program for nursing students. A quasi-experimental study with a non-equivalent control group pretest-posttest design was used. The study participants were 82 nursing students (42 in the experimental group and 40 in the control group) from G metropolitan city in South Korea. The experimental group took part in the AL-PNPE program, which was scheduled to take place twice per week for 10 days, while the control group took part in a traditional pediatric nursing practice education course. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, χ²-test, ANCOVA, and an independent t-test using SPSS/WIN 22.0. There were significant increases in problem solving abilities (t=4.49, p<.001), competency in nursing skills (t=3.99, p<.001), self-efficacy for group work (t=3.91, p<.001), and team efficacy (t=2.25, p=.027) in the experimental group compared to the control group. Based on the findings, this study indicates that AL-PNPE is an effective teaching-learning method to improve problem solving abilities, competency in nursing skills, self-efficacy for group work, and team efficacy of nursing college students. Therefore, Repetitive researches on action learning based education programs for nursing students are demanded, as is a cross-sectional research to verify the effects after providing direct action learning during pediatrics nursing clinical practice.
Poly(3,4‐ethylenedioxythiophene) in Dye‐Sensitized Solar Cells: Toward Solid‐State and Platinum‐Free Photovoltaics

Dye‐sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) have become a strong reality in the field of hybrid photovoltaics. Their ability to operate in diffused light conditions and the possibility of fabrication of modules bearing different colors make these cells attractive for different applications, for example, wearable electronics, building integration, etc. This review focuses on one of the compounds rather often studied for DSSCs, namely, poly(3,4‐ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT). It has been introduced both as a substitute for liquid electrolytes, in order to facilitate cells fabrication and increase their durability, and as an alternative to platinum for counter electrodes. The literature counts many studies on PEDOT and this manuscript collects them following a classification criterion based on applications, functionalization/doping strategies, and deposition methods. In addition to comparing the performance obtained for PEDOT‐based systems with those of traditional cells (i.e., assembled with liquid iodine‐based electrolytes and platinum cathodes), the manuscript also offers a brief analysis of costs and sustainability aspects, built up on experimental data found in the literature; this latter is expected to constitute a precious resource to catalyze the attention of the scientific community on relevant and preliminary aspects when figuring out the industrial scalability of newly proposed cell components.
A Network Perspective on Successful Aging and Resilience in Later Life: A Protocol Paper

Aging inevitably gives rise to many late-life challenges and transitions that impose threats for one’s physical and mental health, which can greatly impact our well-being and quality of life. Hence, the key to successful aging may not be the absence of these challenges and transitions, but the ability to demonstrate resilience to them. We recently started a large-scale study (N > 10.000) among older adults (55 years or older) in the Netherlands, with the aim to understand resilience as an emergent property that arises through the interplay between various (risk and protective) factors from different domains. Participants are asked to complete online questionnaires and tests that cover a multitude of relevant factors from multiple domains (e.g., physical, psychological, cognitive, social, environmental). Relationships between those factors will be analysed through network analysis, in which conditional dependencies between factors are depicted in a network of nodes. In this way, critical resilience (protective) and risk factors can be identified. This study offers a unique possibility to obtain insights into the factors that characterize and contribute to resilience in old age and thereby assist in generating hypotheses for follow up work. The contribution of this study in the growing field of resilience research, as well as the limitations, are discussed accordingly.
Security Analysis of Linearization for Nonlinear Networked Control Systems Under DoS

We explore a security analysis of nonlinear networked control systems under denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. In particular, we focus on the vulnerability of a linearization approach in a stabilization problem. When linearization-based control is used, DoS attacks can make the state leave the region of attraction. This situation can occur when the initial state lies outside a certain region around the equilibrium, the size of which depends on the strength of the attacks on the network. In this article, we first derive a sufficient condition for local stability of a nonlinear system under averagely constrained DoS attacks. Then, we investigate the region of attraction and derive an explicit relation between the initial states and the DoS parameters to guarantee convergence of the state trajectories. Furthermore, we investigate a destabilization problem from the perspective of malicious attackers and present an instability condition. By a numerical example, we demonstrate a new insight foattackers to induce undesired behaviors of the control system.
Preparation and Characterization of Biocomposite Based on Chitosan and Biomimetic Hydroxyapatite Derived from Natural Phosphate Rocks

Highly-porous composite structures based on chitosan (CS) and hydroxyapatite (HA) have been prepared using the freeze-gelation method. Biomimetic HA powder was first synthesized by a wet precipitation method using natural phosphate (NP) ore as a source of calcium and phosphorus ions. The powders and scaffolds have been characterized by elemental analysis, Fourier transform infrared spectrometry, X-ray diffraction, Rietveld refinement studies, scanning electron microscopy and cell viability test. The raw precipitated powder was composed of HA and amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP). In the obtained powder Mg2+, SiO42−, Sr2+, Na+, and Fe2+ ions were detected as a result of using NP mineral as precursor. After heat treatment over 750°C, β-tricalcium phosphate Mg substituted (β-TCMP) was detected. The culture of human embryonic kidney cells indicated non cytotoxicity of the as-prepared powder. CS/HA scaffolds with different weight ratios (100/0; 90/10; 80/20; 70/30) have been prepared. The CS/HA scaffolds have shown highly porous structure with well interconnected pores and homogeneously dispersed HA particles. Swelling capacity measured in physiological conditions has shown that the addition of HA into the CS matrix efficiently decreased the swelling percentage of the CS/HA scaffolds. The results obtained suggest that composite scaffolds prepared using CS and biomimetic HA derived from an abundant raw material may have effective potential as biocompatible materials for bone tissue engineering.
Mobile NMR: Applications to materials and biomedicine

Mobile nuclear magnetic resonance deals with unilateral sensors like the NMR-MOUSE® to investigate materials non-destructively. The tested samples cover a great range of applications: from elastomers of great importance in materials science to the most complicated biological structures, the essence of the biomedicine. The investigation can be simple NMR relaxometry with a bar or "U" shaped magnet NMR-MOUSE®, profile imaging, and 2D or 3D imaging using an unilateral NMR tomograph. The relaxation times obtained from an exponential fit to echo decay envelopes describe the physical states of elastomers: fatigue, aging, strain, etc. An NMR experiment on a stress-strain device showed a good correlation of a plot of the transverse relaxation times versus strain with the stress-strain diagram. As a new imaging device in biomedicine, the unilateral NMR tomograph was tested. It enables acquisitions of 2D profiles with a planar resolution of 0.8 mm 2 and a field of view of 4x4 cm.
O-2((1)Delta(g)) Deactivation on O-2-adsorbed Metal Surfaces

A flow system was set up to measure the quenching probability gamma of O-2((1)Delta(g)) on various O-2-adsorbed metal surfaces including Cu, Cr, Ni, and Ag. gamma increased with both the duration of the experiment and the O-2((1)Delta(g)) concentration. After several hours evacuation to a few Pa, gamma can return to its original value. A deactivation mechanism of O-2((1)Delta(g)) is suggested by considering first the weak chemisorption of O-2((1)Delta(g)) on the surface adsorption sites, followed by the near resonant energy transfer between the gas phase O-2((1)Delta(g)) and surface O-2((3)Sigma(-)(g)). A phenomenological model in accord with the experimental fact has been proposed together with relevant kinetic equations.