Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
C OMPARISON OF THE R ETURN OF I NVESTMENT FROM S ECURITIES S CREENING INANCIAL ATIOS AND ECURITY RADING

This research aims to study investment in the Stock Exchange of Thailand based on historical financial ratios, namely, the return on equity (ROE) and price-earnings ratio (P/E), and screening securities together with buy-and-sell timing using technical analysis tools for stock selection to build a stock trading model. This research utilizes financial statement data from the companies listed in the Stock Exchange of Thailand from 2014 to 2018, selecting the stocks to invest using Greenblatt's Magic Formula and identifying buy-and-sell timing by a simple moving average (SMA). The stocks were reselected annually from 2014 to 2018. The study compared returns from 3 methods; it was found that the portfolio that identified buy-and-sell timing by technical analysis tools, the 6-month simple moving average, had the best performance, followed by the 12-month simple moving average and buy-and-hold portfolio, consecutively.
Fabrication of Activated Carbon Pouch Cell Supercapacitor: Effects of Calendering and Selection of Separator-Solvent Combination

Most published articles reported characterization of a supercapacitor utilizing a coin cell or a Swagelok cell design, while the higher capacity format such as a pouch or cylindrical cell is needed to predict the performance of a supercapacitor for a practical application. In this work, the guideline to produce a pouch cell supercapacitor is given. The three-component electrode is based on a commercially available activated carbon, carbon black, and a polyvinylidene fluoride binder, which is formed a layer on a conductive-carbon coated aluminum foil current collector. The roles and optimization of a calendering process and selection of a separator-solvent combination are highlighted. The symmetric electric double-layer capacitor (EDLC) pouch cell using organic salt electrolyte is rated at 2.5 Volt. The pouch cell has the maximum capacitance of 32.6 F with a specific capacitance of 25.6-29.4 F/g.
Teleportation-based Fault-tolerant Quantum Computation in Multi-qubit Large Block Codes

A major goal for fault-tolerant quantum computation (FTQC) is to reduce the overhead needed for error correction. One approach is to use block codes that encode multiple qubits, which can achieve significantly higher rates for the same code distance than single-qubit code blocks or topological codes. We present a scheme for universal quantum computation using multi-qubit Calderbank-Shor-Steane (CSS) block codes, where codes admitting different transversal gates are used to achieve universality, and logical teleportation is used to move qubits between code blocks. All circuits for both computation and error correction are transversal. We also argue that single shot fault-tolerant error correction can be done in Steane syndrome extraction. Then, we present estimates of information lifetime for a few possible codes, which suggests that highly nontrivial quantum computations can be achieved at reasonable error rates, using codes that require significantly less than 100 physical qubits per logical qubit.
ANTIGENIC CHARACTERISTICS OF SPERMATOZOA FROM BULLS, RAMS AND BOARS ANALYSIS, PRECIPITINS AND FRUCTOLYSIS IN RELATION TO THE ANTIGENICITY OF BULL SPERMATOZOA

Summary. Spermagglutinins against seminal and epididymal spermatozoa and against seminal plasma were completely or almost completely absorbed, not only by seminal spermatozoa but also by spermatozoa from the ampullae and from the tail of the epididymis. The agglutinins of the antisera produced by the immunization of epididymal spermatozoa were absorbed very slightly by the fluids of the accessory genital organs. The antibodies against seminal plasma were very well absorbed by the fluids of the epididymis. On agar plates, anti-seminal plasma antibodies formed five arcs with the seminal plasma of bulls, three arcs with fluid from the seminal vesicles, four arcs with fluid from the ampullae, two arcs with fluid from the tail of the epididymis and one arc with fluid from the head ofthe epididymis. Seminal spermatozoa, ampullary spermatozoa and seminal plasma, as well as the fluids from these organs, always removed all precipitating antibodies from the antisera. Epididymal spermatozoa absorbed the precipitating antibodies only partially, whereas their fluids did so completely or almost completely. The index of fructolysis of bull seminal spermatozoa was reduced in the medium of the antisera with the antibodies against seminal and epididymal spermatozoa. The decrease varied according to the antiserum used. Any of the substances from the genital tract which were used for the absorption of the antisera, returned the fructolysis processes to normal values.
An electroencephalographic study in birth asphyxia and correlation of electroencephalographic pattern with neurodevelopment outcome at 6-month age

Background: Perinatal asphyxia is one of the most common medical emergencies of newborn and important cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality. In India, about 1 million babies suffer from birth asphyxia every year, and it is responsible for nearly 28.8% of the neonatal deaths and the subsequent major sequelae. Objectives: The objective of the study was to evaluate the clinico-etiological and electrophysiological profile of neonates with birth asphyxia and its correlation with the neurodevelopment outcome at 6 months of age. Methods: In this prospective observational follow-up study, 50 neonates of >35 weeks of gestation with a history of birth asphyxia were included. Electroencephalographic (EEG) was performed within the first 72 h of life or as soon as neonate was stable. Follow-up visits were scheduled as per NNF guidelines at 6, 10, and 14 weeks, 3 and 6 months of age. Detailed neurological examination, neurodevelopment and tone were assessed by Denver II and Amiel–Tison method, respectively, on every visit. Results: All neonates were on hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) Stage I had normal EEG recording; 36.7% with HIE Stage II had abnormal EEG recording while 100% the neonates of HIE Stage III showed abnormal EEG. All neonates, who had normal EEG recording, survived, and 96.5% (n=28) of them show normal neurodevelopment outcome. 3.7% (n=1) showed developmental delay. All the neonates who had abnormal background on EEG showed adverse outcome. 50% of them expired and rest 50% had abnormal neurodevelopment outcome on follow-up. Conclusion: The severity of encephalopathy in asphyxiated neonates correlates well with the abnormalities on EEG records.
Ink-Jet Printed Electro-Adesive Grippers

—Retention actions are better suited than simple compression forces in applications requiring the grasping of objects that are fragile, compliant or of irregular shape. One of the principles that can be used to create a retention action between two mating surfaces is electro-adhesion. In addition to provide an overview on the major findings reported so far by different research group in the world, this work describes the preliminary results on the development of electro-adhesive devices manufactured by ink-jet printing and blade coating that have been obtained at the SAIMA Laboratory (namely, the Laboratory for Innovative Sensors and Actuators for Advanced Manufacturing), established by a research agreement between the STIIMA Institute of the Italian National Research Council (CNR) and the University of Bologna (UNIBO).
in-Effects of single and duplicate infusions of 250mL of saline solution in the cytological evaluation of bronchoalveolar lavage in equines*

Viscardi V. , A.C. G. , Gioia R.A. , D.A. B. & Alencar N.X. Effects of single and duplicate infusions of 250mL saline solution the evaluation of lavage [Efeito avaliação The bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) is a sensitive method to diagnose diseases of the distal portion of the lower respiratory tract and has been broadly used by numerous researchers. Different volumes of infusions are employed to obtain BALs in horses, which can influence the cytology. Therein, the present paper intends to determine the effects of a single and a duplicate infusion of 250 mL of saline solution in BAL cell type count. BAL samples of 30 equines obtained with the infusion of saline solution divided into two aliquots of 250mL (A1 and A2) were used. The cytological preparations were done by cytocentri-fugation and all glass microscope slides were fixed and stained with Giemsa for the differential cell count. As for the effect of different infusion volumes (A1 and A2) on the cell type count, there were significant differences only among neutrophil percentages (p=0,0236), that was lower in the latter samples (A2). Although the infusion of 250mL (A1) allows the obtaining of a representative sample of cell population in the lower respiratory tract, it is not appropriate to compare these results to currently accepted reference values, making it necessary to establish reference values for this volume.
Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) of leptin gene in holstein cattle

Leptin is a versatile important hormone that regulates several metabolic pathways, such as controlling body weight, feed intake, energy expenditure, immune function, and reproduction. This study was conducted to describe the single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) within bovine leptin ( LEP ) gene, and their possible consequences on leptin structure and function in Holstein cattle. After collecting blood samples from 60 Holstein cattle, extracting their genomic DNA, two PCR-specific primers were designed. Both PCR and SSCP experiments were optimized and performed for each PCR fragment. Each different set of SSCP resolved bands was sequenced and analyzed. Two SSCP patterns representing two genotypes (AA, and AB) were detected with two alleles. Four SNPs were observed in this study, intronic, exonic synonymous, exonic non-synonymous, and nonsense SNP. All the observed SNPs were computationally analyzed using several bioinformatics tools. The most exciting novel SNP was a p.E115Ter nonsense mutation, which caused a premature termination of leptin and truncation of its last thirty-one amino acid residues. The deleted segment contained α-helix E, α-helix D, and Cyst146. Thus, it is strongly suggested that such mutation has a series of deleterious consequences, at least in terms of leptin receptor binding or its subsequent signaling activity. Nonetheless, such highly damaging mutation might not be abolished for the whole milk production trait in the studied cattle population. Although this study did not associate the observed mutations with production traits, it shows the findings of dramatic nonsense mutation, which might be important in future studies, and laid the basis for further association analyses needed to evaluate the potential use of this truncation as genetic hallmarks of the highly economically important Holstein cattle breed.
Prioritising research for patients requiring surgery in low- and middle-income countries: a modified Delphi process

Background: The National Institute for Health Research Global Health Research Unit on Global Surgery is establishing research Hubs in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The aim of this study was for the Hubs to prioritize future research into areas of unmet clinical need for patients in LMICs requiring surgery. Methods: A modified Delphi process was overseen by the research Hub leads and engaged LMIC clinicians, patients and expert methodologists. A four-stage iterative process was delivered to prioritize research topics. This included anonymous electronic voting, teleconference discussions and a 2-day priority-setting workshop. Results: In stage 1, Hub leads proposed 32 topics across six domains: access to surgery, cancer, perioperative care, research methods, acute care surgery and communicable disease. In stages 2 and 3, 40 LMICs and 20 high-income countries participated in online voting, leading to identification of three priority research topics: access to surgery; outcomes of cancer surgery; and perioperative care. During stage 4, specific research plans to address each topic were developed by Hub leads at a priority-setting workshop. Conclusion: This process identified three priority areas for future research relevant to surgery in LMICs. It was driven by front-line LMIC clinicians, patients and other stakeholders representing a diverse range of settings. The results of the prioritization exercise provide a future framework for researchers and funders.
COMPARISON OF INDEPENDENT D 14 CO 2 RECORDS AT POINT BARROW, ALASKA

Two independent programs have collected and analyzed atmospheric CO 2 samples from Point Barrow, Alaska, for radiocarbon content (  14 C) over the period 2003–2007. In one program, flask collection, stable isotope analysis, and CO 2 extraction are performed by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography’s CO 2 Program and CO 2 is graphitized and measured by accelerator mass spectrometry (AMS) at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. In the other program, the University of California, Irvine, performs flask collection, sample preparation, and AMS. Over 22 common sample dates spanning 5 yr, differences in measured  14 C are consistent with the reported uncertainties and there is no significant bias between the programs.
Kr € uppel-like factor 4 promotes c-Met amplification-mediated gefitinib resistance in non-small-cell lung cancer

Gefitinib has been widely used in the first-line treatment of advanced EGFR mutated non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC). However, many NSCLC patients will acquire resistance to gefitinib after 9-14 months of treatment. This study revealed that Kr € uppel-like factor 4 ( KLF4 ) contributes to the formation of gefitinib resistance in c-Met-overexpressing NSCLC cells. We observed that KLF4 was overexpressed in c-Met-overexpressing NSCLC cells and tissues. Knockdown of KLF4 increased tumorigenic properties in gefitinib-resistant NSCLC cell lines without c-Met overexpression, but it reduced tumorigenic properties and increased gefitinib sensitivity in gefitinib-resistant NSCLC cells with c-Met overexpression, whereas overexpression of KLF4 reduced gefitinib sensitivity in gefitinib-sensitive NSCLC cells. Furthermore, Western blot analysis revealed that KLF4 contributed to the formation of gefitinib resistance in c-Met-overexpressing NSCLC cells by inhibiting the expression of apoptosis-related proteins under gefitinib treatment and activating the c-Met/Akt signaling pathway by decreasing the inhibition of b -catenin on phosphorylation of c-Met to prevent blockade by gefitinib. In summary, this study ’ s results suggest that KLF4 is a promising candidate molecular target for both prevention and therapy of NSCLC with c-Met overexpression.
The Unknown Variable X Evaluating Experiences

: Users are dynamic and so is their interaction with products. This results in unique experiences. The consequent design challenge is to consider, appreciate, and integrate qualities of experiences such as motivational and emotional involvement as well as temporal evolvement. From a methodological point of view, most existing product evaluation techniques do not suffice to capture the richness of experiences. They capture the interaction as an objective still instead of a subjective film . This workshop aims to engage participants actively in the critical exploration of the challenges and opportunities of evaluating experiences. The workshop consists of a discussion and interactive group work. The input for the discussion will be based on notes that participants submit before the conference and on theoretical and empirical background information provided by the authors.
Computing the quantum cohomology of primitive classes

For smooth complete intersections in the projective spaces, we make use of the deformation invariance and $S_n$-symmetry of the Gromov-Witten invariants and results in classical invariant theory to study the symmetric reduction of the WDVV equation by the monodromy groups. We discuss to what extent the quantum cohomology involving primitive cohomology classes can be determined. In particular, we obtain a reconstruction theorem for cubic hypersurfaces and odd dimensional complete intersection of two quadrics. By the way, we obtain a complete description of the cohomology ring of the Fano variety of lines on smooth cubic hypersurfaces.
Effect of Eight Weeks of Overfeeding on Ectopic Fat Deposition and Insulin Sensitivity: Testing the “ Adipose Tissue

OBJECTIVE The presence of large subcutaneous adipocytes in obesity has been proposed to be linked with insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes through the “ adipose tissue expandability ” hypothesis, which holds that large adipocytes have a limited capacity for expansion, forcing lipids to be stored in nonadipose ectopic depots (skeletal muscle, liver), where they interfere with insulin signaling. This hypothesis has, however, been largely formulated by cross-sectional ﬁ ndings and to date has not been prospectively demonstrated in the development of insulin resistance in humans. determined Intrahepatic lipid (IHL) and lipid (IMCL) by 1 H MRS and abdominal fat on MRI. Subcutaneous abdominal adipose and skeletal muscle tissues were collected to measure adipocyte size and markers of tissue in ﬂ ammation.
Crowdsourcing versus Expert Fact-Checking

We are facing a huge wave of new content and statements every day. This new data has to be fact-checked in order for people to be able to relay on it, otherwise we just end up with another fake news. It is common practice to use experts for fact-checking, but an alternative might be outsourcing the tasks to crowds (crowdsourcing), which then proceeds to fact-check the respective claims, which has been already researched by La Barbera, et al. (2020). [1] In this paper we are going to reproduce the aforementioned published paper and lay open our strategy, the key findings found and the difficulties we encountered. Furthermore we will compare our conclusions with the ones of the original authors.
18 F-Fluorodeoxyglucose Positron Emission Tomography / Computed Tomography in Left-Ventricular Assist Device Infection: Initial Results Supporting the Usefulness of Image-Guided Therapy

Background: Accurate definition of the extent and severity of left-ventricular assist device (LVAD) infection may facilitate therapeutic decision making and targeted surgical intervention. Here, we explore the value of 18 F-fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG) positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) for guidance of patient management. Methods: Fifty-seven LVAD-carrying patients received 85 whole-body 18 F-FDG PET/CT scans for the work-up of device infection. Clinical follow-up was obtained over a period of up to two years. Results: PET/CT showed various patterns of infectious involvement of the 4 LVAD components: driveline entry point (77% of cases), subcutaneous driveline path (87%), pump pocket (49%) and outflow tract (58%). Driveline smears revealed staphylococcus or pseudomonas strains as the underlying pathogen in a majority of cases (48 and 34%, respectively). At receiver-operating characteristics analysis, an 18 F-FDG standardized uptake value (SUV) >2.5 was most accurate to identify smear-positive driveline infection. Infection of 3 or all 4 LVAD components showed a trend towards lower survival vs infection of 2 or less components (p=0.089), while involvement of thoracic lymph nodes was significantly associated with adverse outcome (p=0.001 for nodal SUV above vs below median). Finally, patients that underwent early surgical revision within 3 months after PET/CT (n=21) required significantly less inpatient hospital care during follow-up when compared to those receiving delayed surgical revision (n=11; p<0.05). Conclusion : Whole-body 18 F-FDG PET/CT identifies the extent of LVAD infection and predicts adverse outcome. Initial experience suggests that early image-guided surgical intervention may complicated
The nonlinear limitation of nonaxisymmetric mean field dynamos by the large scale Lorentz force

We extend previous calculations of mean field dynamos, solving simultaneously the induction and Navier-Stokes equations in three dimensions. The stability of these hydromagnetic dynamos, in which the nonlinearity in the MHD equation comes ultimately from the Lorentz force of the large scale field, is investigated and results compared with previous nonlinear kinematic dynamo models. For small Taylor numbers we do not find any stable solutions, but rather configurations in which global measures of parity and degree of axisymmetry continue to change. For larger Taylor numbers we find that, unlike models in which the nonlinearity is an alpha-quenching, nonaxisymmetric magnetic fields are stable
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Author Affiliation: Department of Biological Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA: US, DRB, KCR, RLD, ME, JSW, LGG, SRT Department of Chemistry, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA: SRT Department of Mechanical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA: LGG CN Bio Innovations, Oxford University Begbroke Science Park, Woodstock Road, Begbroke, Oxfordshire, OX5 1PF, UK: EML, DJH This article has not been copyedited and formatted. The final version may differ from this version. DMD Fast Forward. Published on April 29, 2015 as DOI: 10.1124/dmd.115. 063495
Partial Purification of Metalloprotease from Acacia farnesiana

Not previously studied metalloprotease was tested in four species of leguminosae, purified and characterized from Acacia farnesiana which have maximum specific activity 25.01 U/mg. Precipitation by 50% ammonium sulfate referred to increase of specific activity (35.84) U/mg while loading on DEAE-Cellulose exchanger pointed out elevation of specific activity and purification fold, 51.39 unit/mg and 2.06 respectively. Molecular mass, pH and temperature optima of purified metalloprotease were 55.11kDa, 7.5 and 50 o C respectively. All metal ions were decreased enzyme activity except the zinc showed the increasing about 16%. EDTA was inhibiting the activity in otherwise other inhibitor not affected on enzyme activity. Optimum substrate for activity was BSA and has K m and V max 1.11mM and 625 mM/ min respectively.