Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Efficacy study of soluble bacitracin (Bacivet S®) in a chronically infected epizootic rabbit enteropathy environment.

The present study evaluated under field conditions the efficacy of bacitracin zinc soluble powder (Bacivet S®) for the treatment of Epizootic Rabbit Enteropathy (ERE). A blinded study was conducted in compliance with the ? Good Clinical Practice? guidance. The trial site was known to be chronically infected with ERE. A total of 384 weaned rabbits (30 days of age) were enrolled in the study. They were randomly distributed over 6 rows of cages located in the same experimental room. Two rows of cages remained untreated (control group), another 2 rows were treated with Bacivet S® for 14 days (T14) and 2 rows were treated with Bacivet S® for 21 days (T21). The medication was administered per row via the drinking water and initiated when at least one animal, showing clinical signs of ERE, died. The dose was adjusted daily according to the weight of the rabbits to achieve the target dose of 420 IU/kg body weight in the two treatment groups. Animals were observed daily for mortality, diarrhoea, tympany, or any other abnormal sign for 42 days post enrollment. Weights of the animals and feed intake were recorded on a weekly base. On the second day after the set-up of the trial, mortality already occurred with clear signs of ERE and the medication was initiated. On the primary evaluation parameter, mortality, both treated groups showed significant (P<0.01) better results than the control group with an overall mortality reaching 13.5%, 12.6% and 26.6% in T14, T21 and control groups, respectively. Considering only ERE confirmed mortality, differences were even more pronounced; 4.0% (T14), 6.3% (T21) and 14.1% (control), respectively. The occurrence of clinical signs (tympany and diarrhoea) was also reduced in medicated rabbits but this reduction was markedly higher for T21 treated rabbits (P<0.001 compared to control) than in the T14 group. A few days after the termination of the medication period, moderate mortality and clinical symptoms were observed in both medicated groups. These isolated cases were probably due to a recontamination through the untreated groups. Data of daily weight gain and feed intake showed a good agreement with the observed mortality and clinical symptoms. In conclusion, Bacivet S® proved its efficacy against ERE in a chronically infected environment for both tested treatment regimens.
A model for large-amplitude internal solitary waves with trapped cores

Abstract. Large-amplitude internal solitary waves in continuously stratified systems can be found by solution of the Dubreil-Jacotin-Long (DJL) equation. For finite ambient density gradients at the surface (bottom) for waves of depression (elevation) these solutions may develop recirculating cores for wave speeds above a critical value. As typically modeled, these recirculating cores contain densities outside the ambient range, may be statically unstable, and thus are physically questionable. To address these issues the problem for trapped-core solitary waves is reformulated. A finite core of homogeneous density and velocity, but unknown shape, is assumed. The core density is arbitrary, but generally set equal to the ambient density on the streamline bounding the core. The flow outside the core satisfies the DJL equation. The flow in the core is given by a vorticity-streamfunction relation that may be arbitrarily specified. For simplicity, the simplest choice of a stagnant, zero vorticity core in the frame of the wave is assumed. A pressure matching condition is imposed along the core boundary. Simultaneous numerical solution of the DJL equation and the core condition gives the exterior flow and the core shape. Numerical solutions of time-dependent non-hydrostatic equations initiated with the new stagnant-core DJL solutions show that for the ambient stratification considered, the waves are stable up to a critical amplitude above which shear instability destroys the initial wave. Steadily propagating trapped-core waves formed by lock-release initial conditions also agree well with the theoretical wave properties despite the presence of a "leaky" core region that contains vorticity of opposite sign from the ambient flow.
An r-mode in a magnetic rotating spherical layer: application to neutron stars

The combined impact of rotation and magnetic fields on oscillations of stellar fluids is still not well known theoretically. It mixes Alfv´ en and inertial waves. Neutron stars are a place where both effects may be at work. We aim to solve this problem in the context of the r-mode instability in neutron stars, as it appears when these modes are coupled to gravitational radiation. We consider a rotating spherical shell filled with a viscous fluid of infinite electrical conductivity and analyse propagation of model perturbations when a dipolar magnetic field is bathing the fluid layer. We perform an extensive numerical analysis and find that the m = 2 r-mode oscillation is influenced by the magnetic field when the Lehnert number (the ratio ∂
Patient Satisfaction Following Laparoscopic Umbilical Hernia Repair Using a “Two-Port” Technique

NOTICE: THIS ARTICLE HAS BEEN RETRACTED. Background: Measuring patient satisfaction is important to help improve health service delivery and improve outcomes. The aim of this study is to evaluate patient satisfaction with laparoscopic umbilical hernia repair and determine overall satisfaction with referral, outpatient consultation, pre-assessment clinic attendance, and post-operative care. Methods: This was a retrospective study of 52 patients undergoing laparoscopic umbilical hernia repair. Each patient completed an extensive self-administered questionnaire distributed at a scheduled follow-up appointment 3 months following the operation. Results: The response rate was 86.5%. Most patients (77.8%) were referred from their general practitioner. Patient satisfaction with surgical outcome was very high at > 98%, and the overall patient satisfaction from being listed for surgery to discharge was > 95%. Patient satisfaction was significantly associated with the patient being referred to the hospital by a general practitioner (GP). Conclusions: Patient satisfaction is an important health outcome, and understanding the domains of satisfaction, as well as their relative importance to patients, is necessary to improve overall quality of patient care. Laparoscopic umbilical hernia repair using a “two-port” technique is an effective procedure with excellent results and an extremely high rate of patient satisfaction. J Curr Surg. 2017;7(4):49-52 doi: https://doi.org/10.14740/jcs333w
Generation of Periodic Micro- and Nano-structures by Parameter- Controlled Three-beam Laser Interference Technique

Periodic micro and nano structures are required for a variety of different products in micro optics, semiconductors and products with functional surfaces. Today the common approach is standard lithography with numerous processing steps including masking imaging, resist development and subsequent etching. Laser interference structuring is an appropriate solution to provide a manufacturing technology which is able to process polymers as well as semiconductors and metals in a single processing step without any subsequent etching. Based on the theory of interference superposition, the influence of different parameters is theoretically expressed and simulated. In this paper the influence of the phase and the polarization of the interfering beams upon the intensity distribution of the electrical fields of the three-beams are theoretically analyzed and experimentally demonstrated. It is demonstrated that in case of coplanar three-beam interference, the phase of the interfering beams has strong influence upon the intensity patterns of the interfering field. However, in case of non coplanar three-beam interference, the phase of the interfering beams has no influence upon the intensity patterns it just causes a lateral motion of the intensity pattern. By controlling the polarization arrangements of the laser beams, different intensity patterns, like circular holes, circular bumps or rectangular bumps can be generated. The demonstrated experiments about structuring on positive photoresist ma-P 1275 by laser ablation verify the simulated prediction very well.
Is it time to stop “fishing”? A review of generalisation following aphasia intervention

Background: The study of generalisation is integral to both demonstrating and maximising therapy effectiveness. With aphasia therapy aiming to promote change in everyday communication, there is a temptation to “fish” for any evidence of improvement; multiple tasks, elicitation methods, and measures may be used to identify any change that might then be attributed to therapy. Examining the evidence about generalisation will allow us to develop our theoretical understanding of change following aphasia intervention and strengthen our ability to form robust predictions for generalisation that can be tested. Aims: We explore what is meant by generalisation, considering it within the broader context of impact of intervention. We propose a framework focusing on linguistic generalisation at the levels of word, sentence, and connected speech. The discussion draws on the therapy literature for spoken production, exploring single-word therapies for nouns and verbs, sentence production therapies, and discourse therapies. Main Contribution: This article introduces a framework to conceptualise and describe generalisation within level, i.e., change to untreated stimuli within the same linguistic level as the focus of treatment, and across level, i.e., change at a different linguistic level to the focus of treatment. The existing evidence base for spoken production is reviewed using the framework, considering our current knowledge, the predictions we are able to make, and areas for future focus. Conclusions: There is an urgent need for further research in this area. While within-level generalisation has often been addressed systematically, there have been more limited attempts to systematically define, predict, and measure generalisation across linguistic levels. This has resulted in a limited evidence base from which to make decisions regarding when and how to best facilitate generalisation and where and how to best measure generalisation. We propose it is time to stop fishing for change in an opportunistic way and to develop a greater understanding of the relationship between change at the different linguistic levels of words, sentences, and connected speech. We need to use theory and evidence to predict change (selecting the right “pond” within which to fish) and identify valid and reliable ways to measure both targeted and generalised therapy effects (selecting the right “bait”).
Phototreatment of Water by Organic Photosensitizers and Comparison with Inorganic Semiconductors

Phototreatment of water is drawing the attention of many as a promising alternative to replace methods like chlorination, ozonization, and other oxidation processes, used in current disinfection methods limiting harmful side-products and by-products that can cause damage to the fauna and flora. Porphyrins, phthalocyanines, and other related organic dyes are well known for their use in photodynamic therapy (PDT). These photosensitizers cause cell death by generating reactive oxygen species (ROS) especially singlet oxygen in the presence of light. Such molecules are also being explored for photodynamically treating microbial infections, killing of unwanted pathogens in the environment, and oxidation of chemical pollutants. The process of photosensitisation (phototreatment) can be applied for obtaining clean, microbe-free water, thus exploiting the versatile properties of photosensitizers. This review collects the various attempts carried out for phototreatment of water using organic photosensitizers. For comparison, some reports of semiconductors (especially TiO2) used in photocatalytic treatment of water are also mentioned.
Effects of Synthetic Ascorbic Acid and Baobab Fruit Pulp Meal Supplementation as Sources of Ascorbic Acid for layer Diets During Cool-Wet Season -(Sub theme Livestock improvement, health and management)

An experiment was carried out to study the effects of ascorbic acid (AA) and dietary levels of dried baobab fruit pulp meal (BFPM) supplementation as sources of ascorbic acid in layer diets during the cool-wet season. The results for feeding trials indicated that ascorbic acid supplementation up to 200mg/kg of diet and 3.5% dietary level of Baobab fruit pulp meal significantly improved performances of layers . Ascorbic acid supplementation of 200mg/kg also improved the performance of laying hen compared to the control diets as reflected in improved final weights, hen-day egg production, feed intake, kg feed/dozen eggs and feed cost/dozen eggs as well as egg quality during the cool-wet season. Increasing the level of BFPM beyond 3.5% was found to be uneconomical and counter- productive for layers during the wet season. The bulkiness and powdery nature of the BFPM diets could probably have been responsible for the decline in the performances of layers birds fed 7.0 and 10.5% BFPM supplementations. Hen-day egg production was improved by 7.1% in cool-wet season
Constant pressure molecular dynamics algorithms

Modularly invariant equations of motion are derived that generate the isothermal–isobaric ensemble as their phase space averages. Isotropic volume fluctuations and fully flexible simulation cells as well as a hybrid scheme that naturally combines the two motions are considered. The resulting methods are tested on two problems, a particle in a one‐dimensional periodic potential and a spherical model of C60 in the solid/fluid phase.
Comparison of Fat Sources in Rations of Broilers from Hatch to Market

Seven fats were fed on a percent basis to Cobb-Cobb broilers over a seven week period to determine if there were any differences in broiler performance between fat sources. All of the birds were fed a diet that consisted primarily of corn, soybean meal and animal by-product meal. Each of the seven fats was fed to 35 birds per pen with seven replicate pens per treatment. Birds and feed were weighed on 21, 35 and 49 days with processing yield and cut-up on 50 days. There were few differences found when broiler performance was compared between fat sources. No differences were seen in processing yields as well. Data from this study would indicate that any of the fats used in this study will provide similar performance regardless of their differences in measured energy levels.
A Wider Perspective on Pairs Trading A Trading Application With Non-Equity Assets

Pairs trading is a statistical arbitrage strategy aimed at exploiting temporary divergences in assets that move together. By taking corresponding long and short positions upon divergences, profits can be made if the assets converge. In this study, the pairs trading strategy is applied onto a novel selection of non-equity assets, namely price indices, commodities and currencies. By letting pairs indiscriminately be formed from correlated assets, we examine the possibility of achieving positive excess return using a computerised trading implementation of the strategy. The trading yielded average six-month returns of 1.56 percent (p=0.000). Furthermore, the returns from pairs comprised of same-type and different-type assets were studied, but in this case no significant differences were found. ∗The authors would like to thank Professor Hossein Asgharian for his kind assistance. 1
Study of the leisure influence on attitude for leisure and mental health in a sample of portuguese seniors

Increased human longevity has been attributed to technological and medical advances, as well as improved hygiene and nutritional conditions, access to health care, changes in eating habits and cognitive development strategies (Osório, 2007). The present study examined the influence of leisure actions in the psychological well-being, leisure attitude and distress of seniors. The sample consisted of 403 participants (37,2% male; 62,8% female). Concerning the perception of health condition, 82,6% subjects were considered independent and 17,4% participants were considered dependent. The instruments used were the MHI (Ribeiro, 2001) and the LAS (Freire & Fonte, 2007). Main results exposed that participants in leisure activities presented high level of well-being and attitude for leisure (p<0,05). Seniors that present big levels of distress indicated an intention to participate in activities of leisure that aided to decrease that symptom. Results showed that seniors health perception influenced the practice of a leisure activity [Hotelling’s Trace = 0,077; F (3; 341) = 8,733; p = 0,00]. The results found helped to recognize the necessity, and importance, of leisure activities between seniors.
Lantana Camara and Butterfly Abundance in an Urban Landscape: Benefits for Conservation or Species Invasion?

Abstract Urban landscapes host a range of diverse plants that, in turn, facilitate maintenance of different species of pollinators, including butterflies. In this context, the importance of Lantana camara, an invasive plant species, was assessed highlighting its role in maintenance of butterfly diversity, using Kolkata, India as a study area. Initial study revealed consistent presence of L. camara in both urban and rural sites with at least 25 different butterfly species association. The proportional relative load and the preferences of butterfly species for the each plant species were inclined towards L. camara. Irrespective of the sites, the diurnal and seasonal variations in the butterfly species abundance varied with the flowering pattern of L. camara. A positive correlation of different butterfly species with the flowering time and number of L. camara was for all the sites. The segregation of the L. camara associated butterfly species was made following discriminant function analysis using the extent of flower density of L. camara as explanatory variable. Despite being an invasive species, it is apparent that L. camara can be a prospective host plant that facilitates sustenance of butterflies in both urban and rural sites. Thus, existence of L. camara in urban gardens and forests may prove beneficial in sustenance of the butterflies.
THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF PERCEIVED ETHICAL CLIMATE ON ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT TRUST AND TURNOVER INTENTION INTERACTIONS A RESEARCH ON INSURANCE SECTOR

he purpose of this study is to analyze the effects of employees’ trust in leader, organizational commitment to turnover intention. The mediating effect of perceived ethical climate with regard to the relationship between the trust, commitment and turnover intention is also investigated. For this purpose, employees (N=717) were asked to complete a questionnaire, currently employed in insurance agents, located in Istanbul. The findings of the study reveal that employees that have confidence in their leader prefer to be less intentive on leaving their jobs. Furthermore, employees that are committed to their organizations either prefer to be less intentive on leaving their jobs. It is also found that, perceived ethical climate has a partial mediating effect on the interaction between the trust and turnover intention as well as the interaction between organizational commitment and turnover intention.
Offshoring and Changes in Firmsâ€™ Domestic Employment: Evidence from the Danish Offshoring Survey

In this paper, we investigate, by merging the Danish linked employer-employee database with a Danish offshoring survey, the difference in employment between offshoring and non-offshoring firms that are active in manufacturing industries and business services in Denmark. We measure the mean difference on a set of employment characteristics, i.e. employment growth, growth in high skilled employees, and growth in employees with a background in science and engineering, by using a partial propensity score matching approach. The findings of the analyses show that there are clear differences between Danish offshoring and non-offshoring firms in how the employee composition changes over time. The change in employment composition differ considerably between manufacturing industries and business services and on whether firms offshore administrative and technical business functions or other types of business functions.
Morphometric Features of Ruptured and Unruptured Aneurysms in Surgically Treated Patients with Multiple Intracranial Aneurysms

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of the present research was to evaluate the morphometric characteristics of ruptured and unruptured aneurysms in series of surgically treated patients with multiple intracranial aneurysms. According to the findings the differences between ruptured and unruptured aneurysms were analyzed in patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage and multiple intracranial aneurysms. METHODS: Sixty eight patients with 174 multiple aneurysms and clinical presentation of aneurismal subarachnoid hemorrhage were treated in two hospitals in Sofia, Bulgaria between 1991 and 2010. The ruptured aneurysm was identified from preoperative studies (head computed tomography, digital subtraction angiography, computed tomography angiography) and it was proved during the surgical procedure. The preoperative angiograms were used to perform measurements of morphometric characteristics of ruptured and unruptured cerebral aneurysms. We used univariable logistic regression analysis to obtain odds ratios. Cochran–Mantel–Haenszel test for dependence was performed to obtain adjusted odds ratio and P value for dependence. RESULTS: In 16 (23.53%) patients, the ruptured aneurysm was not the largest one. The calculated odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals revealed strong association with rupture for the aneurysm size ≥ 7.5 mm, aneurysm location at anterior communicating—anterior cerebral artery complex, irregular aneurysm shape and angle of inclination. The average value of the angle of inclination was 153.06° ± 21.16 for the ruptured aneurysms and 106.78° ± 29.50. After performing a test for dependence and adjustment for aneurysm size and location, size ratio, irregular shape, terminal aneurysm type and aneurysm inclination angle were strongly associated with aneurysm rupture. CONCLUSION: The only independent significant determinant for aneurysm rupture besides aneurysm size and location was aneurysm inclination angle (P < 0.05).