Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Bioenriched Organic Jiffy Blocks –Innovative Tool For Efficient And Ensured Indoor Plant Growth

Various soil-less media have been intensively investigated in order to obtain an efficient indoor plant growth. One among the soil-less media is Jiffy blocks – OPSGEM (Organic plant-derived soil-less growing (enriched) medium for plants. These Jiffy blocks are made using coconut based products further fortified with gel, nutrient and fertilizer mix. The use of the fortified jiffy blocks would be advantageous in various prospects, because the fortification improves shelf life and integrity of the blocks with well-balanced nutrient supplements, thereby creating a micro environment mimicking soil environment that eventually leads to an enhanced seed germination and plant growth. In this work, a comparative study was made on plant growth in jiffy blocks with and without fortification. Based on the investigation, it was evident that formulated jiffy blocks with bio polymer, N& P providing bio-fertilizers and growth-assisting nutrient mix promoted better growth in grass varieties and vegetable yielding plants. 1. Introduction The soil is considered to be the best available source of nutrients for plant growth. Urbanization and industrialization resulted in decrease in land availability and nutrients in soil. Owing to the growing demand for cultivating food crops, soil-less culture has emerged in recent years due to the fact that it promotes indoor gardening and occupies less space. Nowadays a lot of soil-less culture techniques are available [1]. The most common method among the soil-less culture is Hydroponics. Hydroponics is a method of growing plants in a soil-less media with nutrients [1]. The selection of soil-less medium depends on the type of plants. Due to the fact that most of the hydroponic systems are indoor and located in green houses they rarely be affected by the external environment factors. The hydroponic system can successfully assist in generating crop yield in countries where the soil conditions are highly saline [2].
A Linear Regression Approach for Determining Option Pricing for Currency-Rate Diffusion Model with Dependent Stochastic Volatility, Stochastic Interest Rate, and Return Processes

A three-factor exchange-rate diffusion model that includes three stochastically-dependent Brownian motion processes, namely, the domestic interest rate process, volatility process and return process is considered. A linear regression approach that derives explicit expressions for the distribution function of log return of foreign exchange rate is derived. Subsequently, a closed form workable formula for the call option price that has an algebraic expression similar to a Black-Scholes model, which facilitates easier study, is discussed.
Dos flooding attack control in information-centric networks

ICN (Information-centric networking) is a modern networking standard that mainly works only on the content extraction from a network without taking into case about the storage location or how the content is represented. In ICN providing security for the content is more important. Here we don’t concentrate on protecting path. In order to fulfil the security goals in the new standard, it is very decisive to have a clear complete comprehension about ICN attacks and their brief allocation and the solutions. In this paper we in brief explain the attacks which effect the ICN network and other related attacks which have an impact on ICN. Attacks in ICN are divided to four categories, routing attacks, Naming attacks, Caching attacks, and other various related attacks. There are lot of solutions which are accessible. The main moto in ICN is to protect data which is very hard to achieve. So we develop a dynamic host based IP address scheme including certain snort rules which detect attacker and distinguish them in the clients and secure server from resource exhaustion. Our main center we deal with is on availability, and privacy.
Memetic Feature Selection Algorithm Based on Efficient Filter Local Search

Feature selection is a problem of finding efficient features among all features in which the final feature set can improve accuracy and reduce complexity. In this paper, we have proposed a method based on memetic algorithm to find an efficient feature subset for classification purposes. It incorporates a filter method in wrapper method to improve classification performance and accelerates the search in identifying core feature subsets. Especially, this methoddeletes or adds a feature from a feature subset based on the multivariate feature information. Empirical study on commonly data sets of the University of California, Irvine shows that the proposed method outperforms existing methods. Furthermore, we have investigated several major issues of memetic algorithm to identify a good balance between local search and genetic search so as to maximize search quality in the hybrid filter and wrapper memetic algorithm.
An Energy Efficient Way to Produce Zinc-Based Semiconductor Thin Films via Chemical Bath Deposition Technique

In this study, zinc oxide, zinc sulfide and zinc selenide semiconductor thin films were produced by Chemical Bath Deposition technique with and without annealing. The structural, surface and optical properties of the obtained thin films were determined to specify effect of annealing on thin film properties. Characterization results indicated that, the produced zinc-based thin films have polycrystalline nature. Both zinc sulfide and zinc selenide thin films have cubic and zinc oxide thin films have hexagonal structure. The surface morphologies of all thin films are homogeneous and compact. The optical band gap values of the obtained thin films are close to the band gap of zinc-based semiconductors. The annealing processes neither improved the crystal structures nor altered the band gap values of zinc-based thin films. Agreeable to characterization results, production of zinc-based thin films via chemical bath deposition technique without annealing is facile, economic and energy efficient so can be used for many thin film applications.
Towards a model of talent development in physical education

Traditional conceptions of talent generally emphasise the construction of threshold values and the development of relatively unitary abilities, and this approach still dominates talent development programmes for elite sport. Most researchers on high ability, however, now favour domain-specific, multidimensional conceptions of ability that stress the development of behavioural potential and its interaction with personal and environmental characteristics. This paper presents a model of talent in physical education, drawing together findings from a wide range of literature on the realisation and inhibition of abilities, international studies of effective school-based identification and provision strategies, and a conception of the subject as an integration and realisation of different forms of ability. In presenting this model, the authors aim to redress the imbalance within the current debate from an almost total concern with out-of-school clubs and the preparation for adult elite sport, in favour of a more equitable and inclusive approach, premised upon the unique importance of mainstream, curricular physical education within any talent development scheme.
Evolution of the reduced state space and data assimilation schemes based on the Kalman filter

Brute-force implementation of the extended Kalman (EK) filter in realistic ocean models is not possible because of its prohibitive cost. Different degraded forms of the EK filter, which basically reduce the dimension of the system through some kind of projection onto a low dimensional subspace, have been proposed (Cane et al. 1996; Dee 1990; Fukumori and Malanotte-Rizzoli 1995b; Hoang et al. 1997). The goal of this paper is to study the usefulness of the evolution in time of these reduced state spaces. This is based on the comparison, both from the theoretical and practical points of view, of the singular evolutive extended Kalman (SEEK) filter introduced by Pham et al. (1997), and the reduced-order extended Kalman (ROEK) filter introduced by Cane et al. (1996). To reduce the cost of the ROEK filter, we further approximate the nonlinear dynamics of the system by a first order autoregressive stochastic model. The assimilation results of twin experiments, which we have conducted in a realistic setting of the OPA model in the tropical Pacific ocean, seem to indicate that the evolution of the reduced state space is beneficial during the model unstable periods, where the reduced space may not well represent the variability of the model.
Molecular cloning of cDNAs encoding two glycoside hydrolase family 7 cellobiohydrolases from the basidiomycete Flammulina velutipes

The basidiomycete Flammulina velutipes is one of the most popular edible mushrooms in Japan, and has the ability to grow on cellulosic biomass as a carbon source. In this study, we have isolated two enzymes belonging to glycoside hydrolase (GH) family 7 (FvCel7A and FvCel7B) from the cellulose-grown culture of the fungus, and cloned cDNAs encoding these enzymes by utilizing a transcriptomic database of this fungus. Although both enzymes contain a catalytic domain belonging to GH family 7, only FvCel7A has the family 1 carbohydrate-binding module at the C-terminal. Sequence comparison indicated that FvCel7A and FvCel7B have a similar pattern of disulfide bonds and similar active site architecture to other fungal GH family 7 enzymes, but show small differences at loop regions covering the active site, which may affect the reactivity of cellulosic substrates.
Deposited silicon-on-insulator material technology for photonic integrated circuitry

With ever increasing complexity and density of photonic integrated circuits the need for multilayer functionality is arising for next generation photonic circuitry. As crystalline silicon is limited to single layer circuitry deposited silicon is one of the solutions for multilayer circuitry. Therefore, we explored two types of deposition technique for silicon: Low Pressure and Plasma Enhanced CVD process. The material properties are assessed for applicability by FTIR, XRD and SE characterization. Finally, the propagation loss is measured at 1550nm wavelength range. We measured a propagation loss of 3.5 and 13.4dB/cm for 500nm photonic wire fabricated from PECVD and LPCVD process respectively.
NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES AND POTENTIAL VALUES OF CORDIA SEBESTENA SEED AND SEED OIL

The impetus for development of underutilized, lesser known seed and seed oils for domestic and industrial applications is derived from the overdependence on the well known ones and the resultant high cost of such. This study was therefore conducted to evaluate the nutritional properties of Cordia sebestena seed and seed oil for their potential applications. Proximate analysis, mineral components and anti-nutritional factors were investigated in the seed while the seed oil was characterized and investigated for its fatty acid profile using various methods reported in literatures. The results show that the seed could be a good source of oil (40.3 ± 0.8%) and protein (11.5 ± 0.6%). It could also supply some macronutrients like Mg, Ca and Na along with Zn which is an essential micronutrient. The anti-nutrient contents, phytate, tannins and oxalate were high and can be drawbacks to the applications of the seed in food. These may be removed by domestic processing. The properties of the seed oil show that it may be useful in alkyd resin synthesis, biodiesel and soap production. The fatty acid profile shows that the seed oil has predominantly oleic acid (C 18:1) being 71.1% of the total fatty acid in the oil which is good for human consumption. Cordia sebestena seed and seed oil demonstrate potentially valuable applications, there is however need to further study the amino acid profile of the seed and the effects of domestic processing on the anti-nutrient components.
Polychaete fauna in the vicinity of bluefin tuna sea-cages in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico

This paper describes the polychaete fauna in Salsipuedes Bay, Baja California. Sea-cage farming results in a rain of organic matter onto the underlying benthos. There is growing concern over the effects of tuna sea-cages on the local sediment chemistry and benthic communities. Eighteen stations were sampled with a Van Veen grab (0.1 m 2 ) from the oceanographic vessel Francisco de Ulloa in March 2003 and October 2004. Redox potential in 2003 ranged between ‑113 and ‑200 mV, while in 2004 it ranged between ‑110 and ‑302 mV. Organic carbon concentrations varied between 0.20% and 2.53 %, lowest values were located in the southern part of the bay; highest concentrations were found at stations 18–22 situated in the northern section, west of the tuna pens. Organic N varied between 0.02% and0.12%, highest concentrations (0.07–0.12%) were located at stations 16–21 in the northern section of the bay; stations situated at the south and near the coast presented the lowest N concentrations (0.02–0.04%). A total of 9,291 organisms belonging to seven phyla were collected: Polychaeta, Mollusca, Crustacea, Echinodermata, Cnidaria, Sipuncula, and Bryozoa. Polychaetes accounted for 62% of all invertebrate macrofauna, with 5,765 specimens representing 34 families and 146 species. The best represented families in 2003 and 2004 were Paraonidae, Cirratulidae, Spionidae, Capitellidae, Syllidae, Nephtyidae, Lumbrineridae, and Glyceridae. Polychaetes were dominant at almost all sampling stations. Families with the highest species richness were Paraonidae (14 spp.), Spionidae (11 spp.), Onuphidae (11 spp.), Maldanidae (10 spp.), Syllidae (9 spp.), Cirratulidae and Ampharetidae with 7 species each. Among the most abundant species were Aphelochaeta multifilis, Mediomastus ambiseta, Prionospio steenstrupi Spiophanes bombyx, Apoprionospio pygmaea, Paraonella sp. , Monticellina sp. , Aricidea (Allia) ramosa, Spiophanes bombyx, Spiophanes duplex , and Levinsenia gracilis. The dominant trophic group was deposit-feeders, followed by carnivores. In 2003 Shannon index varied between 2.26 and 3.40 bits/ind. ; the highest diversity values were found in the southern section of Salsipuedes Bay. In 2004 diversity fluctuated between 2.31and 3.35; the highest values were found at three stations in the northern section south of the tuna pens. Stress-predictability modeling characterized 85% of stations in 2003 and 78% in 2004 as presenting favorable and stable conditions, the rest were considered moderately disturbed. Non-metric multidimensional scaling (MDS) separated stations depending on the distance to the tuna pens. Our results indicate that Salsipuedes Bay is still a favorable environment for polychaetes. Apparently local circulation has at least partially dispersed the excess organic matter.
SYNTHESIS OF NOVEL CYCLOHEXANONE DERIVATIVES AS BCR-ABL T1351 INHIBITORS

Objective: Several 3(rd) generation inhibitors are being developed for the treatment of patients with Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). The present work mainly aims to discover novel small molecular inhibitors against important molecular target T3151 ABL mutant involved in leukemia. Methods: Docking study was carried out and the binding affinity of the proteins with the phenothiazine compounds 3a-h and 7a-c was measured. The docking scores of the N-acylated compounds 7a-c are higher than 3a-h. The drug likeliness of these compounds was tested by the Lipinski’s rule of five. The phenothiazine compounds with good docking scores and 7a-c were synthesized and screened by in-vitro methods for inducing antiproliferative effect by trypan blue and MTT assay and induction of apoptosis in K562 cells. Results : All the N-acylated compounds and, in particular, 7c with a chloro substituent in the para position of the phenyl ring appeared to be most potent molecule with an IC 50 value of 32.44 and 24.01(µg/ml) by trypan blue and MTT assay respectively. Further, a dose-dependent increase in LDH release was observed, confirming the antiproliferative potential of the compounds. Conclusion: The compounds 7a-c was tested for antiproliferative effect against K562 cell lines by MTT assay LDH assay and Trypan blue assay. All the compounds 7a-h behaves as 3(rd) generation inhibitors for the treatment of patients with Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). These can act as a template for the further development and optimization studies.
Battery Less Solar Power Controller to Drive Load at Constant Power Irrespective of Solar Radiation

Abstract: In this paper, a 12V, 2.4W battery less solar power controller (BLSPC), capable of driving load at constant low power, has been proposed, designed and practically implemented with minimal efficiency sacrifice irrespective of solar radiance variation. This device utilizes power electronic circuits, more specifically a Buck-Boost DC-DC converter along with Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) algorithm to perform the desired task. Starting from 100w/solar radiation the controller can provide constant power 2.4 watts at 12V without using any storage facilities. The output voltage can be adjusted to any desired level from 0V to 12V DC depending on the application at consumer premises. In this work, efficiency up to 90% at shadow weather phenomenon has been achieved. Moreover, this power controller can be used in consumer premises for direct-coupled system with solar panel irrespective of solar radiation variance.
Perceived Quality and the Core Values in the Automotive Industry: A Corporate View

This study explores how professionals from the Volvo Car Group and Volvo Group Truck Technology understands their company’s core values and transfers these into perceived quality attributes. Traditionally, both of the companies share the same core values: Quality, Safety, Environmental Care, but they transform these values in different ways due to different customer needs. In general, technical quality has been one of the key features in the automotive industry premium segment for many years, but in recent years, it has shifted from being the primary purchasing criterion into being a basic requirement. Today, maintaining a forefront position in the premium segment of the car industry can only be achieved by delivering products that are perceived by the customers as high-quality products. Perceived quality becomes a cutting edge in the competition between car manufacturers. The purpose of this study is to investigate emerging industry trends and make steps towards elicitation, objectification and distribution of issues regarding perceived quality.
Antibacterial activity of Chroococcus minutus (Kützing) Nägeli isolated from Cochin estuary against selected pathogens

The antibacterial activity of different solvent fractions of Chroococcus minutus, isolated from Cochin estuary against a variety of aquaculture and human pathogens were tested. The diethyl ether extract was effective against nine pathogens, especially the vibrios. V. parahaemolyticus showed the maximum zone of inhibition (3.3cm). The methanolic and ethanolic extracts could inhibit only few pathogens whereas aqueous, dimethyl sulfoxide and acetone extracts were least effective.
Long Run and Short Run Dynamics in Italian Manufacturing Labour Productivity

This paper examines structural changes in the Italian manufacturing sector, focusing labour productivity in recent decades. To this end it distinguishes between trend movements in the data using a multivariate unobserved components model. Changes relative importance of cyclical and trend components in labour productivity allow discrimination among the impacts of the factors affecting the performance of the manufacturing sector during the 1980s, 1990s and in the more recent period.
Development of a vinasse culture medium for plant tissue culture.

Vinasse is the main pollutant (effluent) obtained from the distillation of sugarcane in the production of fuel alcohol. However, this residue is rich in nutrients that are required by plants. We developed a new culture medium using vinasse for the In vitro propagation of an orchid. The vinasse was treated (decanted and filtered), and the nutrients were determined and quantified. Different formulations using vinasse were tested for an In vitro culture. The vinasse dilutions demonstrated a good buffering effect. The ideal vinasse dilution for media formulation was 2.5%. The best KC formulations with vinasse were KCV1 and KCV5. Compared to KC medium, these formulations demonstrated similar results for In vitro multiplication, with the exception of protocorm-like body number, which was inferior in the vinasse formulations. Conversely, for In vitro elongation and rooting, these vinasse media were superior to KC medium. KC medium promotes a low rooting rate (8%) compared to 68 and 100% obtained by KCV1 and KCV5, respectively. Moreover, plantlets cultured on KC medium become protocorm-like body clusters, which impeded the acclimatization of these explants. Plantlets elongated and rooted on KCV1 and KCV5 were successfully acclimatized with a 91% survival rate for both KC vinasse formulations. This study shows the great potential of this technology as a rational alternative to vinasse disposal and adds value to what is currently considered a waste product.
Analysis of preoperative factors for time-independent and time-dependent outcomes

Preoperative factors can influence clinical practice and surgical outcomes. Awareness of these factors can facilitate the evaluation of risks and benefits of procedures, help counsel patients, and improve clinical guidelines. Statistical analysis must be tailored to the outcome of interest. In this thesis, two studies are used to illustrate the analysis of preoperative factors associated with the time-independent practice of blood transfusion administration and time-dependent complications of peritoneal dialysis.
IDENTIFYING QUANTITATIVE TRAIT ALLELES FOR PHYSIOLOGICAL TRAITS IN SUGARCANE: AN EXPLORATORY STUDY

THIS STUDY attempted to shed light on the feasibility of high throughput phenotyping of physiological traits and the detection of quantitative trait alleles (QTA) for these traits. Stalk elongation rate per unit thermal time before and after the 14 leaf stage (SER14 and SER24), leaf appearance rate per unit thermal time (LAR14 and LAR24), fully expanded leaf area per leaf (LA) and photochemical light use efficiency (PIABS) were measured for 80 clones of a mapping population in three experiments conducted at Mount Edgecombe, South Africa. Within-experiment clonal repeatability was highly significant for all traits. Inter-experiment correlations show that SER24, LA and PIABS were reasonably stable across experiments. Significant single marker-trait associations were found for all traits and multiple marker-trait associations explained from 39% (six QTAs to predict LAR24) to 55% (five QTAs to predict SER24) of clonal variance. However, the low number of markers detected in all three experiments cast doubt on the reliability of marker-based predictions for LAR14, LAR24 and SER24. Results indicate that LA and PIABS were reasonably stable across environments and can be predicted reliably from genomic information. PIABS, as estimated through rapid, non-destructive chlorophyll a fluorescence measurements, in particular shows great promise because it has the potential for high throughput phenotyping at an early stage in the plant life cycle. The promising results obtained here suggest that further research is warranted in refining experimental protocols and validating marker-trait associations in other germplasm and environments. This could pave the way to explore the exciting possibilities that gene-to-phenotype modelling offers for enhancing sugarcane breeding.