Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Live and inanimate predator-associated cues suppress the population of sap-feeding prey and induce polyphenism

Non-consumptive effect of predation is a well-researched subject of which certain non-consumptive and predator-mimetic facets are yet to be investigated in plant-parasite systems One clone of the green peach aphid Myzus persicae (Sulzer), raised on a model crop Brassica oleracea (L.), was exposed to different regimes of risks associated with ladybird Coccinella septempunctata (L.). This encompassed consumption, consumption alternated by non-consumptive effects, isolated predators, dead predator, predator dummy, as well as dummy, plants or soil cued with predator-borne suspension, and predator removal (exposure to plants previously visited and marked by a predator). Over time, the respective risk regimes variably negatively impacted the prey population; the corpses, cued plants and dummies had considerable persistent negative effects on aphid reproductive success, contrary to the observation under predator removal. By the end of the experiment, polyphenism (winged morph production) also differed and was animated under the presence of a starved isolated predator; but faded when a predator corpse was present; and vanished under the dummy. Our findings, in this model aphid-crop system, contribute to the rapidly developing area of the ecology of fear, as we provide insights and novel means for aphid management that merit further examination across different eco-agricultural contexts.
Survival and virulence of Listeria monocytogenes during long-term storage on chocolate liquor, corn flakes and dry-roasted pistachios

SURVIVAL AND VIRULENCE OF LISTERIA MONOCYTOGENES DURING LONG-TERM STORAGE ON CHOCOLATE LIQUOR, CORN FLAKES AND DRY-ROASTED PISTACHIOS Vivian Ly University of Guelph, 2020 Advisor: Dr. Jeffrey M. Farber Low-moisture foods (LMFs) are increasingly implicated in foodborne illness outbreaks and recalls. LMFs inhibit Listeria monocytogenes growth but support its long-term survival which presents a public health concern. In this study, the survival and virulence of L. monocytogenes was assessed during storage for 336+ days at 4°C and 23°C on chocolate liquor (CL), corn flakes (CF) and dry-roasted pistachios (DrP). At 4°C, L. monocytogenes concentrations declined significantly on the CL and CF (≤ 0.06 log CFU/g/mth; P < 0.01), but remained stable on the DrP for at least 336 days. At 23°C, L. monocytogenes declines occurred on the CL, CF and DrP at initial rates of 0.84, 0.88 and 0.32 log CFU/g/mth, respectively. These declines may be i) strain specific and ii) attributed to cellular inactivation and transition to a viable-but-non-culturable state. Surviving cells, specifically after 4°C storage, remain infectious and capable of intracellular replication in the Caco-2 enterocyte model.
Role of ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration cytology of right hypochondrial masses

Patients having right hypochondrial intra-abdominal masses are very commonly encountered in day to day clinical practice in various medical and surgical specialty clinics. Most of the time accurate diagnosis is not possible by proper clinical examination alone, so there is a need for a diagnostic investigation which should be quick and reliable on one hand and minimally invasive and complication free on other hand. The study was done in department of pathology and cases were collected from outpatient and inpatient Surgery department of S.V. B.P hospital attached to L.L. R.M Medical College, Meerut within a period ranging from August 2015 to July 2016.
Saving “Little Sister”: A Test of the Effectiveness of Kinship Appeals in Conservation Marketing

ABSTRACT Conservation problems are increasing in number and severity worldwide, as is the need for contributions to fund potential remedies. For this reason, the use of marketing techniques that appeal to diverse audiences, especially ones not committed to specific conservation initiatives, is particularly important. We report results of a test of the potential effectiveness of kinship appeals, or messages elements that describe non-human species as kin to humans, in conservation marketing campaigns. Three versions of a written appeal that differed in only one keyword used to describe a fictitious species were presented to 1420 Mechanical Turk (MTurk) survey participants. Those who expressed low levels of concern for environmental problems were significantly more likely to support the proposed appeal if exposed to the kinship keyword than to the alternatives. These results demonstrate that kinship appeals may be useful message strategies in conservation marketing campaigns that seek contributions from uncommitted audiences.
Landfalling Droughts: Global Tracking of Moisture Deficits From the Oceans Onto Land

Droughts threaten food, energy, and water security, causing death and displacement of millions of people and billions of dollars in damages. However, there are still important gaps in the understanding of drought mechanisms and behaviors, inhibiting the accuracy of early‐warning systems designed to protect communities worldwide. We use an object‐tracking algorithm to track clusters of precipitation‐minus‐evaporation moisture deficits across land and ocean areas of the globe from 1981–2018. This analysis reveals a new type of “landfalling drought” that originates over the ocean and “migrates” onto land. We find that 16% of droughts that affected the continents worldwide from 1981–2018 were landfalling droughts. These droughts were significantly larger (220–425%) and more intense (4–30%)—and grew (253–285%) and intensified (9–28%) faster—than droughts that developed solely over the land or ocean. To identify potential underlying mechanisms, we analyze moisture transport associated with landfalling droughts over western North America. We find that landfalling droughts in this region are associated with anomalously anticyclonic atmospheric pressure patterns that reduce moisture fluxes over the Pacific Ocean toward the continent. By advancing understanding of the spatiotemporal evolution of droughts, our findings offer the potential to improve seasonal‐scale prediction and long‐term projection of global drought risks.
Overview of fault detection methods for power plant control systems purposes

The main objective of this paper is to review of fault detection and isolation (FDI) methods and applications on various power plants. Due to the focus of the topic, on model and model-free FDI methods, technical details were kept in the references. We will overview the methods in terms of model-based, data driven and signal based methods further in the paper. Principles of three FDI methods are explained and characteristics of number of some popular techniques are described. It also summarizes data-driven methods and applications related to power generation plants. Parts of control system applications of FDI in TPPs with possible faults are shown in the Table I. Some popular techniques for the various faults in TPPs are discussed also.
An Inverse Method to Predict NEMS Beam Properties From Natural Frequencies

This paper presents a method to simultaneously predict the elastic modulus, axial load, and boundary conditions of a nanoelectromechanical system (NEMS) beam from a minimum of two measured natural frequencies. The proposed method addresses the challenges of the inverse problem at the nano scale, which include high natural frequencies, small geometric beam dimensions, and measurements limited to natural frequencies. The method utilizes a finite element model of an Euler–Bernoulli beam under axial loading to predict the response of the beam with axial loading and flexible boundary conditions. By expressing the finite element model in terms of dimensionless beam parameters, the proposed method may be applied to nano scale beams while maintaining numerical stability of the finite element equation of motion. With the stabilized finite element model, the NEMS beam properties are predicted by iterating through values of dimensionless beam parameters until the normalized error between predicted and measured natural frequencies is minimized. A key feature of the proposed method is the simultaneous prediction of the elastic modulus during the iterative search, resulting in a reduction of the search space and significant computational savings. Additionally, the proposed method readily accommodates an arbitrary number of measured natural frequencies without the reformulation of procedures and analyses. Numerical examples are presented to illustrate the proposed method’s ability to predict the elastic modulus, axial load, and boundary conditions. The proposed method is applied to experimental measurements of a NEMS beam, where the normalized error between predicted and measured natural frequencies is reduced below 10. [DOI: 10.1115/1.4046445]
(Re) pensando a entrevista : um olhar a partir de transcrições

This paper aims to discuss the relevance of the researcher’s previous study and preparation to conduct academic interviews. The reflection proposed here originated from the transcription work performed in Management and related areas during the period of a year. This paper’s contribution lies in the weight given to the effort needed to prepare, choose and perform the interview as a technique of qualitative data collection, insofar as mistakes in such conduction might compromise both the analysis and the results reached in the research.
Investigation of Different Serotypes of FMDV in Vaccinated Buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) in Southern Areas of Punjab Province, Pakistan

Received: Revised: Accepted: Published online: December 28, 2018 March 13, 2019 March 15, 2019 April 23, 2019 Foot and mouth disease (FMD) is highly endemic in Pakistan, which induces heavy economic loss to livestock holders in term of decrease milk production, high morbidity and mortality in large and small ruminants. In present study, we observed the clinico-pathological lesions during an outbreak of FMD in vaccinated buffaloes. Overall 31.56% morbidity (119/377), 4.77% mortality (18/377) and 15.12% case fatality (18/119) was recorded during the current outbreak. The morbid animals were lethargic, depressed and exhibited marked lameness, profuse salivation, myositis of tongue, vesicular fluid and epithelial sloughing. Vesicular fluid and epithelial sloughing collected from clinically sick animals were positive for FMDV predominantly O strain and Asia I through ELISA technique. Grossly, mandibular lymph nodes were swollen and hemorrhagic in infected animals. The mucosa of abomasum was severely congested, ulcerated and showed hyperemic edges with centrally yellow necrotic areas. Severe purulent inflammation of jejunum and petechial hemorrhages over base of heart were also observed. Histologically degenerative changes in keratinocytes in stratum spinosum, marked acanthosis and intracellular accumulation of eosinophilic, a cellular, transudate forming characteristic vesicles and bullae were observed in epidermis. The mandibular lymph nodes exhibited prominent capillaries engorged with erythrocytes, necrosis and dendritic cells with engulfed necrotic cells. Hemosiderin accumulation was also observed. Fusion and stunting of intestinal villi along with infiltration of inflammatory cells were characteristic lesions in infected animals. From the findings of our study it can be suggested that clinical signs, necropsy lesions and histopathological changes are valuable and useful tools for the diagnosis of foot and mouth disease in Bubalus bubalis. Moreover, strict surveillance, use of good quality vaccines, regular monitoring and geographical distribution of various serotypes of FMDV are valuable tool for establishment of effective control procedures. ©2019 PVJ. All rights reserved
Field enhancement of optical bowtie nano‐antenna using exponential tapered profile

In this work, both the near-field and far-field optical properties of curved sides bowtie nano-antenna are investigated in the near-infrared range. The curvature of the proposed structure is based on the Vivaldi antenna tapering shape. The effect of tapering rate on the near-field enhancement is studied, and the results show that the proposed antenna structure produces better field enhancement compared with conventional bowtie antenna with linear sides and hence it is promising for energy harvesting and microscopy applications. Also, the far-field properties are studied to decide the validity of the structure in optical communication applications.
Predicting purchasing behavior of green food in Algerian context

The purpose of this paper is twofold: first, the verification of applicability of reasoned action theory to analyze consumer behavior in Algerian context; and second, the identification and analysis of factors influencing purchasing behavior in green food sector. ,The authors proposed a model based on reasoned action theory that combines two types of variables, the green marketing type and personal type, in order to predict purchasing behavior of green food. The authors have established a structural equations modeling, with a path analysis on a sample of 304 Algerian consumers from Algiers town. ,The model was confirmed and the results showed how green marketing and personal factors influence the green food purchasing behavior in direct and indirect way, in presence of the mediating variables’ attitude toward green food and intention to buy green food. ,There is no database or any information concerning green consumption in Algerian context. There is a lack of information about green production in food field. The choice of reasoned action theory as a theory explaining the decision-making process leading to purchasing act is based on fact that the Algerian field of food sector is virgin of this type of analysis, so the authors thought it is appropriate to apply the reasoned action theory as a first initiative in this field. Also, a more recent and more innovative psychological theory should be applied in the future studies. ,The study will give researchers interested in Algerian context a better understanding of consumer behavior, especially in green product case, and will open new paths for future research in the same field by the application of another psychological theory that is more recent and innovative; the study can open research paths for other fields as well, such as consumer behavior toward green cosmetic products in Algeria. ,The implications of this research can assist marketers for better positioning in green food market using the results indicated in research. The better understanding of factors influencing consumer purchasing behavior will encourage contractors to invest in this field in Algiers town context. ,The study was established in a context where consumer market data of green food are non-existent, so the research represents an orientation to green food marketers toward a better positioning in relation to influence factors of their market target.
The Importance of Considering Local Context When Attempting to Address Human Trafficking: A Qualitative Study with Service Providers and Advocates in Hawai‘i

This study explores how challenges to addressing human trafficking are shaped by the local context in the U.S. State of Hawai‘i. Human trafficking consists of a variety of practices (e.g., sex trafficking and labor trafficking) and potential victims groups (men, women, and children of both international and domestic origin), all of which occur in Hawai‘i. In order to explore the local context of trafficking in Hawai‘i, semi-structured qualitative interviews were conducted with service providers and advocates (N = 13) from three islands (O`ahu = 6; Maui = 3; Hawai`i = 4). Analyses of these interviews found that participants listed a number of challenges that were specific to the context of Hawai‘i. Challenges related to the unique local geography, cultural diversity, and sociocultural context, all of which may shape local practices and discourses related to human trafficking, are discussed.
Olanzapine combined with standard antiemetic regimens for prevention of chemotherapy therapy-induced nausea and vomiting: a single-center experience from south India.

Â Â Objectives: Olanzapine, an antipsychotic agent, exhibits significant antiemetic properties due to its inhibitory activity on neurotransmitters at multiple receptors involved in chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV). CINV can have an immensely negative impact on patientâ€™s quality of life (QOL) and daily activities. Our objectives were to determine the effectiveness of adding olanzapine to standard antiemetic regimens for the prevention of CINV in cancer patients and to compare the QOL of such patients with those receiving standard antiemetic regimens.Methods: A prospective, observational, cohort study was done on patients receiving either highly or moderately emetogenic chemotherapy (MEC). The patients who received only the standard antiemetic regimens were considered as the control group and those who received 10 mg of olanzapine once daily on days 1-5 of chemotherapy in addition to the standard antiemetic regimens were considered to be the study group. The patients were assessed for grades of nausea and vomiting using National Cancer Institute common terminology criteria for adverse events and for QOL using European Organization in Research and Treatment of Cancer QOL questionnaire.Results: Patients were evaluated for a total of 168 cycles of chemotherapy. Compared to the control group, the study group patients showed significant improvement in response to acute nausea (p=0.02) but not in acute vomiting (p=0.09). However, response to delayed nausea and vomiting improved significantly (p=0.004 and p=0.05, respectively). The QOL of study group patients showed significant improvement in functional scales and symptom scales (p<0.02). Global health status also increased significantly (p=0.02) in the study group patients.Conclusion: Olanzapine containing pre-medication regimens can reduce acute and delayed nausea and delayed vomiting and improve the QOL of cancer patients receiving highly or moderately emetogenic chemotherapeutic agents as compared to the standard pre-medication regimens.
Abdominal Adiposity Measured by Sonography as a Tool for Determining Disease Risk

A preexperimental cohort study was conducted with 67 overweight cancer survivors. This cohort of participants was screened for baseline body composition and anthropometrics based on a variety of techniques, including body mass index (BMI), dual X-ray absorptiometry–percentage body fat (DXA-android %BF), diagnostic medical sonography (DMS), and waist circumference (WC). The combination of subcutaneous fat layer at the xyphoid and umbilicus compared with BMI, WC, and DXA-android %BF. These variables demonstrated moderately positive association and were statistically significant. A total maximum mean score of DMS measures of subcutaneous and visceral fat was also compared with BMI, WC, and DXA-android %BF. The aforementioned comparison had a moderately positive association and was statistically significant. The sonographic measure of mesentery fat was compared with WC and demonstrated a strongly positive strength of association and was statistically significant. Sonography may be an inexpensive, noninvasive, portable, and valid body composition measure for overweight patients.
Simplification method of 3D point cloud data for ray trace simulation in indoor environment

: With the advent of IoT (Internet of Things) services in recent years, various industries are now working towards operating wireless networks and this in turn gives rise to the need for radio propagation simulations. However, in order to obtain reliable simulation results, an accurate model of the environment is often needed. This paper proposes a method for generating a plane model automatically, for use in ray tracing simulations from 3D point cloud data in order to ease the burden of creating models manually. Ray tracing simulation results using the generated model are compared with measurements and the comparison shows that the trend of normalized received power is similar.
Cryoablation inhibition of distant untreated tumors (abscopal effect) is immune mediated

Cryoablation is moderately effective against prostate cancer. Of note, the off-target or enlarged therapeutic effect after cryoablation is reported in routine clinical practice. To uncover it, we constructed a bilateral inguinal transplantation model of prostate cancer. All the mice were randomly subdivided into three groups: Group A (Control group), Group B (Surgery group), and Group C (Cryoablation group). All the procedures in three groups were conducted only for tumors in the target region (right groin). The tumors in untargeted region (left groin) received no treatment. We measured the growth of untargeted tumors and lung metastasis rate, and then explored the changes in a series of immune cells and danger signals. First, our results revealed the protective effect of cryoablation treatment against the abscopal tumor. The possible mechanism was mediated by an increase in the number of CD4+ T cells, CD8+ T cells, ratio T helper 1 (Th1)/Th2, the killing activity of cytotoxic T lymphocytes and NK cells. Hsp70 may be involved in the modulation of the immune response. The combination of weakened Ki67 activity and activated immune response delayed spectator tumor growth, decreased the pulmonary metastasis rate, and prolonged animal survival, with an inducible abscopal effect.
The mental health of military veterans in the UK

Risk factors for poor mental health among UK veterans include demonstrating symptoms while in service, being unmarried, holding lower rank, experiencing childhood adversity and having a combat role; however, deployment to a combat zone does not appear to be associated with mental health outcomes. While presentation of late-onset, post-service difficulties may explain some of the difference between veterans and those in service, delayed-onset post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) appears to be partly explained by prior subthreshold PTSD, as well as other mental health difficulties. In the longer term, veterans do not appear to suffer worse mental health than equivalent civilians. This overall lack of difference, despite increased mental health difficulties in those who have recently left, suggests that veterans are not at risk of worse mental health and/or that poor mental health is a cause, rather than a consequence, of leaving service.
Small molecule inhibitors for cutaneous T-cell lymphomas

ABSTRACT Introduction: Cutaneous T-cell lymphomas are a group of non-Hodgkin’s T cell lymphomas showing a wide variety of clinical, histopathological and immunohistochemical findings. Cutaneous T-cell lymphomas are very difficult to treat at advanced stages and the management remains largely palliative. Therapeutic options for advanced cutaneous T-cell lymphomas have expanded in recent decades beyond traditional regimens, such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy, with molecularly targeted therapy. Areas covered: Targeted treatment strategies using small molecule inhibitors are being extensively studied in cutaneous T-cell lymphoma. In principle, small molecule compounds can be developed to target any portion of a molecule, regardless of the target’s cellular location. In this review, we will discuss the state of the art concerning small molecule inhibitors for the treatment of advanced forms of cutaneous T-cell lymphomas. Expert opinion: Therapeutic approaches in cutaneous T-cell lymphomas based on small molecule inhibitors have generally not achieved clinical success mainly due to the modest single agent activity, typically around 30%. This is in contrast to the results obtained in other types of cancer where small molecule compounds may be able to produce a high rate of clinical response. Consequently, the prospects for small molecule inhibitors in cutaneous T-cell lymphomas is their utilization in combination among them or with other types of therapies such as monoclonal antibodies and/or single/polychemotherapy.