Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Going Digital: SMEs Based Food E-commerce Engaging Customer through Customer Needs-Driven

This study explores food e-commerce engages customer to their needs, wants and lifestyle towards food purchase in the transition of retail revolution era. The focus is given to the customer engagement for co-creation process from the seller’s perspective. The study was carried in Indonesia by applying an inductive research approach using in-depth interviews with multiple food e-commerce company’s management (n=8). A six-stage of thematic analysis was applied using NVivo 12 software. The study showed that customer curiosity, customer buying behaviour change, customer food lifestyle changes and more demanding consumers underlying customer-needs driven. The SMEs proactively respond to consumer needs by communicating the expected benefits of food purchase via online channels. It activates the role of customer as value co-creator through familiarising food shopping based-online channel and experiencing the food online channel usage. The process of B2C value co-creation of food e-commerce is described as a process of gaining customer attention, role understanding, interaction, learning, intervention and making consumers discover. The transition stage of retail revolution of SME-based food ecommerce in developing countries demonstrates a conceptual process of value co-creation while exploring the customer needsdriven to this specific context. Both scholars and practitioners could learn from consumer behaviour changes displayed on online food purchase by managing each role and resources accordingly.
Isolation of noncytopathogenic genotype 2 bovine viral diarrhea virus from the cattle mucosa in the Russian Federation.

: The paper presents the results of genotyping and phylogenetic analysis of three noncytopathogenic isolates of bovine viral diarrhea virus from the mucosae of the cattle with different clinical presentations of the disease. On the basis of the phylogenetic analysis of high-conserved and variable virus genome regions (5'-UTR, N(pro), and E2), the authors referred two isolates to as genotype 1, subgenotypes 1b and 1d, and the third isolate to as genotype 2. This is the first communication about the isolation of genotype 2 virus in Russia.
Telomere Length Polymorphisms: A Potential Factor Underlying Increased Risk of Prostate Cancer in African American Men and Familial Prostate Cancer

Abstract : This project tests the hypothesis that inherited and/or acquired differences in telomere length unprostate cancer observed in African Americans compared to Caucasians and in affected members of hefamilies. To test this hypothesis, telomere content in genomic DNA isolated from blood samples of by quantitative PCR and the data assessed for associations with either racial background or prostathe period of this report we have isolated genomic DNA from 128 members from affected and unaffectBuffy coat has been isolated from anonymous cord blood donor samples collected from newborns of diDNA has been isolated form these samples. We are currently still awaiting receipt of the mid-life Health Professionals Follow-up Study based at Harvard University. Analysis of the telomere lengthsgenomic DNA samples reveals that telomere lengths are shorter in affected compared with non-affecta statistically significant difference (p=0.026). This result supports the hypothesis that telomerdevelopment of prostate cancer within families displaying elevated risk.
Study of the insulin-sensitizing effect of myo-inositol in mouse : Evaluation of the nutritional interest of a myo-inositol supplementation

Insulin resistance is the first step in the development of type 2 diabetes so finding insulin-sensitizing strategies is challenging for scientists. Some inositol isomers or derivatives have been reported to exert insulin-mimetic activity. myo-Inositol being the most abundant stereoisomeric form of inositol in foodstuffs, we tested its insulin-mimetic potential in the long term and as a nutritional strategy for insulin resistance prevention and/or treatment. This study demonstrates that chronic myo-inositol treatment improves insulin sensitivity, reduces white adipose tissue accretion and improves mice survival mice to paraquat challenge. The insulin-sensitizing effect seems to be related to a direct effect on insulin signaling pathway. Reduction in adipose tissue mass also probably contribute to the long term effect of myo-inositol on insulin sensitivity. Myo-Inositol supplementation also improved insulin sensitivity and reduced white adipose tissue deposition in mice fed a high fat diet, but did not prevent insulin-resistance or obesity development. On one year-old mice with established obesity and altered glycemic control, myo-inositol supplementation showed no beneficial effect. myo-Inositol apparently acts on adipose tissue through reduction of de novo lipogenesis rather than stimulation of lipolysis. This may explain the lack or loss of myo-inositol efficiency in reducing adipose tissue mass in contexts of already well-established obesity (old mice) or reduced de novo lipogenesis (high fat diet feeding). Generation of inositol glycan putative insulin second messengers is probably reduced in context of insulin resistance which may explain the reduced effect of myo-inositol in both obese mice models. Moreover, myo-Inositol did not prevent lipotoxicity and so the associated insulin-resistance in high fat diet fed mice. In conclusion, myo-inositol alone and/or in a context of overnutrition is not a suitable strategy for the prevention or treatment of insulin resistance. Combining it with other insulin sentitizing strategies may however potentiate their action and help reducing insulin-sensitizing drugs use.
Differences in the drought stress response of winter wheat.

Drought tolerance of plants is a complex character, therefore, the assessment is considerably difficult. It is most often evaluated by using physiological and morphological methods, which make the assessment of mechanisms in plants that lead to their resistance possible. The intensity of plant cell protective mechanisms can be evaluated on the molecular level. In our work, the stress response was evaluated by relative water content (RWC), osmotic oressure (oP) and the relative expression of WDHN13 and WRAB17 genes from the COR/LEA group. The evaluation included 3 varieties of winter wheat grown in the Czech Republic and one Syrian line potentially highly resistant to drought. The varieties were at the same time compared for differences in the root system size by means of specific root length (SRL). The obtained results clearly indicated a relation between the expressions of both genes and the tissue water content; RWC reduction was strongly connected with changes in the genes’ activity. Particularly the expression of WDHN13 in variety Meritto increased although the tissue hydration level was only slightly reduced, which can be related to the good adaptability of this genotype to stress.
SCALA: Towards a physical calibration of CALSPEC standard stars based on a NIST-traceable reference for SNIFS

SCALA is a physical calibration device for the SuperNova Integral Field Spectrograph (SNIFS), mounted to the University Hawaii 2.2m telescope on Mauna Kea. For type Ia supernova (SN Ia) cosmology programs, an improved fundamental calibration directly translates into improved cosmological constraints. The aim of SCALA is to perform a fundamental calibration of the CALSPEC (Bohlin 2014) standard stars, which are currently calibrated relative to white dwarf model atmospheres.
The elimination of Plum pox virus in plum cv. Bluefree and apricot cv. Hanita by chemotherapy of in vitro cultures

Hauptmanova A. , Polak J., 2011. The elimination of Plum pox virus in plum cv. Bluefree and apricot cv. Hanita by chemotherapy of in vitro cultures . Hort. Sci. (Prague), 38: 49-53. In vitro cultures of plum cv. Bluefree and apricot cv. Hanita infected with Plum pox virus (PPV) were used for the virus elimination by chemotherapy. Low ribavirin concentrations of 5 and 10 mg/l in Murashige-Skoog medium were applied in the treatment. Plum pox virus was completely eliminated by 5 mg/l of ribavirin in plum cv. Bluefree within twenty weeks and in apricot cv. Hanita in twelve weeks of the application. Plum pox virus was completely eliminated by 10 mg/l of ribavirin both in plum cv. Bluefree and apricot cv. Hanita within twelve weeks. The presence of PPV was not proved by RT-PCR. Clones of plum cv. Bluefree and apricot cv. Hanita were re-tested by RT-PCR one year after the termination of the ribavirin treatment and negative results confirmed the elimination of Plum pox virus.
Kings without crowns: Analysis of abundance bacilli in different soil ecosystems

This study describes culture-dependent as well as culture-independent strategies to monitor diversity and abundance of Bacillus benzoevorans-related soil bacteria. These bacteria are wide spread around the world, inhabiting a variety of terrestrial environments. A distinguishing feature of the family Bacillaceae is their ability to form endospores. This capacity makes the genus Bacillus amenable to retrospective and biogeographical studies, as their endospores provide the means for survival under environmental conditions of stress, allowing their detection later on. For the rapid detection of B. benzoevorans-re\\aiea populations in soil samples selective cultivation media and group-specific primers and probes were developed. Using these techniques the global distribution of this group was demonstrated and indicated their adaptive capacity to diverse soil ecosystems. A unique soil sample archive provided insight in the microbiological impact of land reclamation and flooding. Using multivariate statistical approaches were used to assess the microbial community dynamics over time and in response to the changing environmental conditions.Found in a variety of soil ecosystems, microorganisms related to B. benzoevorans seem to be able to populate a broad range of niches, which indicates a high degree of metabolic versatility and strong adaptive capability. Moreover, they account for a significant part of the total bacterial community (up to 30 %). Based on our exploratory study the importance of their role is just indicated, but not acknowledged yet. Therefore, it is proposed to regard B. benzoevorans relatives as 'kings without crowns'; as this group of bacteria deserves more scientific attention in future studies aiming to unravel their eco-physiology and functionality as major players of the soil microbiota.
As-Rigid-As-Possible Surface Modeling for Heterogeneous Deformable Surfaces

We demonstrate an as-rigid-as-possible surface modeling technique [Sorkine and Alexa 2007] and endeavour to adapt the scheme for modeling heterogeneous deformable surfaces. By requiring the rigidity of the local transformations, the as-rigid-as-possible surface modeling iteratively minimizes a non-linear energy under par- ticular modeling constraints. The resulting deformation preserves the shape of the object locally. It assumes, however, a uniform rigidity across the surface. To accomodate heterogeneous rigidities distribution, we demonstrate an edge weight editing scheme using a texture as an input ridigity distribution. We show both of the original and adapted surface modeling methods on several examples, including primitive models, a human face model, and a heterogeneous creature model .
Early mulched strawberries: Early mulching of winter-planted strawberries with clear polyethylene gives gross yield increases

Abstract Not Available – First paragraph follows: The fruit yield and performance pattern of winter-planted strawberries in California depends largely on how much the plants grow during the winter months. If they grow considerably, more flower buds are initiated because of the short photoperiod, and the crowns develop sufficiently to support a sizable early crop.
Assessing Network Media Literacy in China: the Development and Validation of a Comprehensive Assessment Instrument

Network media literacy is the foundation of Internet usage and builds sustainable development that can help people to participate more easily in knowledge societies. Nevertheless, no validated and standardised test assesses the level of network media literacy. Therefore, this study established and calibrated an instrument for use in network media literacy research and practice. Items were formed based on a composite conceptual model and administered to the general population across most of the country. The psychometric properties of the questionnaire were examined using multidimensional item response theory. Differential item functioning was used to exclude the items with distorted ability estimates. Almost all of the remaining items showed good discrimination and difficulty parameters based on the fitted model with three stable dimensions. This study created a thorough questionnaire called the general network media literacy test (GNMLT), with scoring determined in relation to classical test theory. The GNMLT is a valid and reliable measure for assessing the network media literacy of Chinese individuals. Practitioners could use the scale before implementing literacy promotion and education.
The Heat Tolerance of Dry Colonies of a Terrestrial Cyanobacterium, Nostoc sp. HK-01

The heat tolerance of dry colonies of a terrestrial cyanobacterium, Nostoc sp. HK01 by exposure to temperatures at 100 ̊C, the boiling point of liquid water, was examined. The cells of Nostoc sp. HK-01 can live under these conditions for 10 hours. All of the viable cells were akinetes which are dormant cells. Akinetes have a high tolerance to high temperatures. The photosynthetic ability of cells of HK-01 was normal even after the heat exposure. The percentage of decreased water content in the dry colony was 5 percent during the heat exposure for 24 hours. The reasons for the decrease in the percentage of survival rates of colonies under the high heat condition are related to the remaining water in the dry colony, and/or, DNA damage of individual cells. Furthermore, there is a possibility that there are highly tolerant cells in the dry colony since there are cells that survived over 24 hours after the heat exposure. ©2015 Jpn. Soc. Biol. Sci. Space; doi: 10.2187/bss.29. 12 Keywords; Akinete, Cyanobacteria, Heat tolerance, Nostoc sp. HK-0
Fluctuación poblacional de Copitarsia decolora (Gueéne) y su asociación con crucíferas comerciales

El gusano del corazon de la col es la principal plaga de las cruciferas, por lo que se investigo la fluctuacion poblacional y las especies de Copitarsia asociadas con tres variedades de cruciferas (Brassica oleracea var. Capitata, B. oleracea var. Italica y B. oleracea var. Botrytis), en Acatzingo, Puebla, de noviembre 2003 a diciembre 2004, y en Texcoco, Estado de Mexico, de noviembre 2003 a enero 2005. Se realizaron muestreos al azar cada 14 y 7 d seleccionando 100 plantas por cultivar. Se encontro que la especie asociada en este periodo fue Copitarsia decolora (Guenee). Tanto en col como en coliflor C. decolora incidio entre 30 a 45 d despues del trasplante. La poblacion mas abundante se presento durante el crecimiento de la cabeza de la col y de la inflorescencia en coliflor; en brocoli no se detecto asociacion con dicha especie.
Domestic Dogs as Invasive Species: From Local to Global Impacts

Domestic dogs are the most abundant carnivores worldwide. Food and other subsidies to dogs do not prevent their predation on wildlife. Dog impacts on wildlife are suspected to be significant, yet the nature of dog-wildlife interactions is not fully understood. In this context I addressed three specific objectives. First, I tested the hypothesis that the distribution of dogs influences the space use of potential prey. This hypothesis was tested using as target species the southern pudu (Pudu.
The role of cutinase in germling development and infection byErysiphe graminisf.sp.hordei

Abstract We have investigated the importance of cutinase in the germination ofErysiphe graminisf.sp. hordeiconidia, specifically in the induction of appressorial germ tube (AGT) formation and penetration of the host cuticle. When cutin monomers were coated onto glass microscope slides or plastic coverslips, the percentage of AGT differentiation in germinating conidia dramatically increased. This suggests that cutin monomers act as a signal to trigger AGT development. The esterase inhibitors ebelactone A and ebelactone B inhibitedE. graminiscutinase activity in germinated spores in microtitre plate wells. Low concentrations of ebelactones did not affect spore germination and AGT differentiation on cellulose dialysis membrane, an artificial surface on which germling morphogenesis is normal to the AGT stage. However, AGT formation on ebelactone-treated barley leaves was significantly lower than on cellulose. Inhibition of cutinase by ebelactones may have prevented cutin monomers being released from the cuticle and thus affected germling development on the leaf. Ebelactones applied to leaves also prevented infection of the host and development of mature sporulating colonies. These results suggest that cutinase plays an important role in the pathogenicity ofE. graminisand may affect germination as well as cuticular penetration.
Spatial and Temporal Variability in the Carrion Insect Community: Using Blow Flies (Family: Calliphoridae) as a Model System to Study Coexistence Mechanisms at Multiple Scales

Resource partitioning can lead to species coexistence. In a field study, temporal and spatial partitioning were examined by testing the effects of season and habitat on the structure of the blow fly community on domestic pig carcasses, Sus scrofa domesticus in southwestern Ontario, Canada. Blow fly communities did not differ between field and forest habitats, however there were seasonal differences. Fall was characterized by having more species and higher levels of species evenness, diversity, and niche overlap than spring and summer. On a finer scale, effects of arrival order were examined in laboratory experiments with three blow fly species: Phormia regina, Lucilia sericata, and the introduced species Chrysomya rufifacies. Arrival order of adults was varied in combinations of two species: "L. sericata and P. regina" and "L. sericata and C. rufifacies". Both positive and negative priority effects were recorded, with species having altered colonization patterns temporally and spatially in response to presence of another species, even at low density (i.e. minimal competition). Blow flies sometimes selected oviposition sites other than the natural orifices predicted by previous studies, such as the neck and cheek regions or between legs. Delays in colonization, particularly for P. regina and C. rufifacies, occurred in response to the absence of heterospecifics. Additional experiments with larvae determined that C. rufifacies and P. regina benefitted from the presence of L. sericata due to predation (for C. rufifacies) or the presence of compound(s) that may aid in the digestion of the resource and increase nutrient availability (for P. regina). In summary, adult and larval experiments indicate that species interactions and differences in arrival order can affect colonization times, the distribution of eggs over a resource, larval interactions and offspring fitness. On a larger scale, temporal partitioning (i.e. seasonal effects) can promote coexistence in blow flies, however, spatial partitioning (i.e. habitat effects) was not evident. This study demonstrates the importance of ADD standardization, emphasizes the need to understand species interactions between native and non-native species, and highlights the need for more ecological studies regarding habitat and seasonal differences within the carrion community
Mutational analysis of Hsp110 suggests an integral role for the chaperone in yeast prion propagation.

Prions are highly aggregated infectious proteins that have been identified in mammals and in some fungal species. The discovery that prions exist in the yeast species S. cerevisiae has enabled researchers to explore the characteristics of these unusual proteins and how they propagate within the cell. Heat shock proteins are implicated as having a major role in the propagation of prions. The work presented in this thesis focuses on the heat shock protein Hsp110. Recent reports have demonstrated how the Hsp110 proteins Sse1 and Sse2 are necessary for promoting the propagation of the yeast prions [PSI+] and [URE3]. A group of Sse1 mutants with impaired ability to propagate [PSI+] were created. These mutants were characterised according to the degree in which they affect [PSI+]. Molecular modeling of the mutants onto the Sse1 structure allowed us to assess the potential structural affects the mutants are having on Sse1. These changes could affect normal Sse1 functions necessary for [PSI+] propagation such as nucleotide exchange factor function and interaction with the molecular chaperone Hsp70. SSE1 and SSE2 are an essential gene pair and have been implicated in yeast cellular homeostasis. The Sse1 mutants disrupted cellular thermostability at 37oC and 39oC. Mutant G616D displayed osmoremedial temperature sensitivity at 37oC. Disruption to cell wall integrity signaling was explored as a possible reason for this phenotype but evidence from this study suggests that G616D may disrupt PKA signaling. Comparative analysis of Sse1 and Sse2 reveals that Sse1 is more thermostable than Sse2 and Sse1 propagates [PSI+] efficiently whereas Sse2 fails to promote [PSI+] propagation. Small structural differences between the proteins may be responsible for this. However, differentially phosphorylating Sse2 may impact its ability to act as a [PSI+] promoting factor. Overall, this work further highlights the important role Sse1 plays in yeast prion propagation and in cellular homeostasis.
Mass deworming for improving health and cognition of children in endemic helminth areas: A systematic review and individual participant data network meta‐analysis

Abstract Background Soil transmitted (or intestinal) helminths and schistosomes affect millions of children worldwide. Objectives To use individual participant data network meta‐analysis (NMA) to explore the effects of different types and frequency of deworming drugs on anaemia, cognition and growth across potential effect modifiers. Search Methods We developed a search strategy with an information scientist to search MEDLINE, CINAHL, LILACS, Embase, the Cochrane Library, Econlit, Internet Documents in Economics Access Service (IDEAS), Public Affairs Information Service (PAIS), Social Services Abstracts, Global Health CABI and CAB Abstracts up to March 27, 2018. We also searched grey literature, websites, contacted authors and screened references of relevant systematic reviews. Selection Criteria We included randomised and quasirandomised deworming trials in children for deworming compared to placebo or other interventions with data on baseline infection. Data Collection and Analysis We conducted NMA with individual participant data (IPD), using a frequentist approach for random‐effects NMA. The covariates were: age, sex, weight, height, haemoglobin and infection intensity. The effect estimate chosen was the mean difference for the continuous outcome of interest. Results We received data from 19 randomized controlled trials with 31,945 participants. Overall risk of bias was low. There were no statistically significant subgroup effects across any of the potential effect modifiers. However, analyses showed that there may be greater effects on weight for moderate to heavily infected children (very low certainty evidence). Authors' Conclusions This analysis reinforces the case against mass deworming at a population‐level, finding little effect on nutritional status or cognition. However, children with heavier intensity infections may benefit more. We urge the global community to adopt calls to make data available in open repositories to facilitate IPD analyses such as this, which aim to assess effects for the most vulnerable individuals.