Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
The Role of Impulsivity and Stress Mind-Set in Understanding the Mindfulness–Intimate Partner Aggression Relationship

Perpetration of relational aggression, which is estimated to occur in 60% to 90% of relationships, has been demonstrated to have lasting negative effects both systemically and for its victims. Relational aggression has also been demonstrated to be impacted, in part by impulsivity, stress mind-set, and mindfulness. The present study examined a path analysis model of the relation between mindfulness and relational aggression, utilizing impulsivity as the mediating variable. Furthermore, the present study incorporated an examination of the potential moderating effects of stress mind-set on the relation between impulsivity and relational aggression. Three hundred eighty-three participants were recruited from across the United States, using Facebook ads. Participants completed online questionnaires assessing key study variables. We hypothesized that the negative urgency aspect of impulsivity would mediate the relation between the five facets of mindfulness and relational aggression, and further that this relationship would be moderated by stress mind-set, such that a stress mind-set which conceptualizes stress as negative would make the relation between impulsivity and relational aggression stronger. We hypothesized that the negative urgency aspect of impulsivity would mediate the relation between mindfulness and relational aggression. Furthermore, we hypothesized that the relation between impulsivity and aggression would be moderated by stress mind-set. Results indicated that the negative urgency component of impulsivity mediated the relation between all five facets of mindfulness and perpetration of relational aggression. Furthermore, stress mind-set moderated the relation between negative urgency and relational aggression, such that a lower stress mind-set was related to a stronger association between negative urgency and aggression. Implications for clinical intervention and future research efforts are discussed.
Characteristics of the Gut Microbiome of Healthy Young Male Soldiers in South Korea: The Effects of Smoking

Background/Aims South Korean soldiers are exposed to similar environmental factors. In this study, we sought to evaluate the gut microbiome of healthy young male soldiers (HYMS) and to identify the primary factors influencing the microbiome composition. Methods We prospectively collected stool from 100 HYMS and performed next-generation sequencing of the 16S rRNA genes of fecal bacteria. Clinical data, including data relating to the diet, smoking, drinking, and exercise, were collected. Results The relative abundances of the bacterial phyla Firmicutes, Actinobacteria, Bacteroidetes, and Proteobacteria were 72.3%, 14.5%, 8.9%, and 4.0%, respectively. Fifteen species, most of which belonged to Firmicutes (87%), were detected in all examined subjects. Using cluster analysis, we found that the subjects could be divided into the two enterotypes based on the gut microbiome bacterial composition. Compared with enterotype 2 subjects, subjects classified as enterotype 1 tended to be characterized by higher frequencies of potentially harmful lifestyle habits (current smoker 55.6% vs 36.6%, p=0.222; heavy drinker 16.7% vs 3.7%, p=0.120; insufficient physical activity 27.8% vs 14.6%, p=0.318). We identified a significant difference in the microbiome compositions of current and noncurrent smokers (p=0.008); the former differed from the latter mainly in a relatively lower abundance of Bifidobacterium species and a higher abundance of Negativicutes. Conclusions A high abundance of Actinobacteria and low abundance of Bacteroidetes were the main features distinguishing the gut microbiomes of HYMS, and current smokers could be differentiated from noncurrent smokers by their lower abundance of Bifidobacterium and higher abundance of Negativicutes.
Linking ecological theory with stream restoration

SUMMARY 1. Faced with widespread degradation of riverine ecosystems, stream restoration has greatly increased. Such restoration is rarely planned and executed with inputs from ecological theory. In this paper, we seek to identify principles from ecological theory that have been, or could be, used to guide stream restoration. 2. In attempts to re-establish populations, knowledge of the species’ life history, habitat template and spatio-temporal scope is critical. In many cases dispersal will be a critical process in maintaining viable populations at the landscape scale, and special attention should be given to the unique geometry of stream systems 3. One way by which organisms survive natural disturbances is by the use of refugia, many forms of which may have been lost with degradation. Restoring refugia may therefore be critical to survival of target populations, particularly in facilitating resilience to ongoing anthropogenic disturbance regimes. 4. Restoring connectivity, especially longitudinal connectivity, has been a major restoration goal. In restoring lateral connectivity there has been an increasing awareness of the riparian zone as a critical transition zone between streams and their catchments. 5. Increased knowledge of food web structure – bottom-up versus top-down control, trophic cascades and subsidies – are yet to be applied to stream restoration efforts. 6. In restoration, species are drawn from the regional species pool. Having overcome dispersal and environmental constraints (filters), species persistence may be governed by local internal dynamics, which are referred to as assembly rules. 7. While restoration projects often define goals and endpoints, the succession pathways and mechanisms (e.g. facilitation) by which these may be achieved are rarely considered. This occurs in spite of a large of body of general theory on which to draw. 8. Stream restoration has neglected ecosystem processes. The concept that increasing biodiversity increases ecosystem functioning is very relevant to stream restoration. Whether biodiversity affects ecosystem processes, such as decomposition, in streams is equivocal. 9. Considering the spatial scale of restoration projects is critical to success. Success is more likely with large-scale projects, but they will often be infeasible in terms of the available resources and conflicts of interest. Small-scale restoration may remedy specific problems. In general, restoration should occur at the appropriate spatial scale such that restoration is not reversed by the prevailing disturbance regime. 10. The effectiveness and predictability of stream ecosystem restoration will improve with an increased understanding of the processes by which ecosystems develop and are maintained. Ideas from general ecological theory can clearly be better incorporated into stream restoration projects. This will provide a twofold benefit in providing an opportunity both to improve restoration outcomes and to test ecological theory.
LncRNA LINC00313 Knockdown Inhibits Tumorigenesis and Metastasis in Human Osteosarcoma by Upregulating FOSL2 through Sponging miR-342-3p

Purpose Osteosarcoma (OS) is the most common primary bone tumor, with high morbidity in infants and adolescents. Long noncoding RNA LINC00313 has been found to modulate papillary thyroid cancer tumorigenesis and to be dysregulate in lung cancer. However, the role of LINC00313 in OS has not yet been addressed. Materials and Methods We evaluated mRNA and protein expression using real-time quantitative PCR and Western blotting. Cell proliferation was evaluated using MTT; apoptosis and autophagy were assessed with flow cytometry, Western blotting, and/or GFP-LC3 assay. Transwell assay was conducted to measure cell migration and invasion. Potential target sites for LINC00313 and miR-342-3p were predicted with starBase v.2. 0 and TargetScan Human, and verified using luciferase reporter assay, RNA immunoprecipitation, and RNA pull-down assay. In vivo, xenogeneic tumors were induced with U2OS and MG-63 cells, separately. Results LINC00313 was upregulated and miR-342-3p was downregulated in OS tissues and cells. High expression of LINC00313 was associated with shorter overall survival. FOSL2 downregulation and miR-342-3p overexpression suppressed cell proliferation and migratory and invasive abilities while promoting apoptosis and autophagy, all of which were consistent with the effects of LINC00313 knockdown. miR-342-3p, sponged by LINC00313, inversely modulated FOSL2 by targeting MG-63 cells, and FOSL2 expression was positively controlled by LINC00313. LINC00313 knockdown suppressed tumor growth in vivo. Conclusion LINC00313 is upregulated in OS, and LINC00313 knockdown plays a vital anti-tumor role in OS cell progression through a miR-342-3p/FOSL2 axis. Our study suggests that LINC00313 may be a novel, promising biomarker for diagnosis and prognosis of OS.
Development of a Reproductive Performance Test for Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals Using Pair-Breeding Fathead Minnows (Pimephales promelas)

Existing in vivo tests (with the exception of the full life-cycle test) are not adequate for assessing the reproductive effects of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) on fish, and hence the need for partial life-cycle tests has been recognized internationally. In this paper we describe the development of a short-term (6 week) reproductive performance test for EDCs using pair-breeding fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas). In the test, reproductive performance in paired fish is assessed over two 3 week periods, one with exposure to the test chemical and one without. The test is highly integrative and measures effects of exposure to chemicals on fecundity, gonadosomatic index (GSI), vitellogenin (VTG) induction, and secondary sexual characteristics (fat pad and tubercles in males). In this test, exposure to butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP) at a nominal concentration of 100 μg/L (measured concentration between 69 μg/L and 82 μg/L) had no discernible effects on reproductive performance. In contrast, all reprodu.
Variabilidade de isolados de Corynespora cassiicola (Berk. & Curt.) Wei procedentes do Amazonas, em meios de cultura

Corynespora cassiicola, responsible for economic losses in dozens of commercial species in the Amazon region, is the main pathogen affecting the shoot of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.). This study evaluated the morphological characteristics of C. cassiicola isolated from three hosts in Amazonas. The variability and the morpho-culture of C. cassiicola isolates were studied in the culture media Potato Dextrose Agar (PDA), Potato Sucrose Agar (PSA), Oatmeal Agar (VLE) and Carrot Agar (CA). Disks of 5 mm diameter, taken from colonies grown on PDA medium for 15 days, were transferred to the center of Petri dishes containing the culture media and maintained at room temperature (± 26 oC) under continuous light. Treatments were arranged in a 4 x 15 factorial (isolates x culture media) with ten replicates. The highest mycelial growth rate occurred in CA medium and the highest sporulation in the media PDA and PSA for isolates from tomato and cucumber. The aspect of colonies varied in color between isolates from the same host and between isolates from different hosts for all culture media. The size of conidia ranged from 41.40 to 81.20 µm in length by 4.30 to 6.95 µm in width and showed 1 to 14 pseudosepta.
Side-by-Side Stenting Repair of a Traumatic Pseudoaneurysm at a Venous Confluence

Objectives: The incidence and prevalence of iatrogenic vascular trauma in the United States is staggering. This has led to the advent and implementation of more efficient and effective vascular repair methods. Although open surgical repair may still be considered gold standard, new endovascular solutions have emerged as other viable options. When using an endovascular approach, proper stent sizing is vital to a successful repair. Methods: We present a case of a traumatic injury and pseudoaneurysm formation at the confluence of the right internal jugular and right subclavian veins during a central line placement. This iatrogenic pseudoaneurysm was treated with endovascular placement of side-by-side stents. A mathematical formula, which we have designated “Matteo’s law,” was utilized to select properly sized stent grafts to reconstruct the confluence and prevent infolding and endoleaks. Results: After deployment of kissing stents at the confluence of the right internal jugular and right subclavian veins, a venogram was performed, which demonstrated successful exclusion of the pseudoaneurysm and no endoleaks. Clinical follow-up confirms continued wide open flow through the reconstructed venous confluence at 8 months post-procedure. Conclusion: In reconstruction of a venous confluence, selection of properly sized stent grafts is paramount to preventing infolding and endoleaks. Matteo’s law states that the circumference of the native receiving vessel must equal the sum of the circumferences of both kissing stent grafts, subtracting the redundant material where the 2 stents interface.
Season and size effects: changes in the quality of gilthead sea bream (Sparus aurata L.)

The aim of this study was to investigate the potential effects of the harvesting season and fish size on the final quality of cage farmed gilthead sea bream ( Sparus aurata ). Morphometric analysis, fat stores estimation, fillet composition analysis, fillet fatty acids profile determination and sensory analysis were carried out on a commercially-sized cage farmed gilthead sea bream ( Sparus aurata L.) population in April, June, July and November. Both season and size had a significant effect in morphometric characteristics. The most pronounced size effect was the change of fish shape, becoming rounder with fish growth, the increase of filleting yield and condition index. An increase of both peritoneal and perivisceral fat was observed in summer months. In general size had little effect on muscle composition. A significant size effect was observed in the fillet lipid content, which increased with it. Fillet lipid content was unexpected lower in the warm period (June-July). This can be possibly attributed to feeding restrictions that may have occurred, due to anoxic incidents related to high temperatures. Slight seasonal differentiations occurred in the muscle fatty acids. No significant differences were found in the organoleptic characteristics of the two size groups compared.
Genetic Variation Near chrXq22-q23 Is Linked to Emotional Functioning in Cystic Fibrosis

Introduction: Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an autosomal recessive disease that affects many organ systems, most notably the pulmonary and gastrointestinal systems. Through genome-wide association studies, multiple genetic regions modifying CF-related pulmonary and gastrointestinal symptoms have been identified, but translation of these findings to clinical benefit remains elusive. Symptom variation in CF patients has been associated with changes in health-related quality of life (HRQOL), but the relationship between CF symptom-modifying genetic loci and HRQOL has not been explored. The purpose of this study was to determine whether two previously identified genetic modifiers of CF-related pathology also modify the subscales of HRQOL. Methods: HRQOL and genotype data were obtained and analyzed. Linear regressions were used to examine the amount of variance in HRQOL subscales that could be explained by genotype for each modifier locus. Results: A significant regression equation was found between genotype for rs5952223, a variant near chrXq22-q23, and emotional functioning in a sample of 129 CF patients. Discussion: These data suggest that genotype for this single-nucleotide polymorphism is associated with emotional functioning in CF patients and highlight this genetic region as a potential therapeutic target, irrespective of CF transmembrane conductance regulator genotype.
The Strategic Pursuit of Black Homophily on a Predominantly White Campus

ABSTRACT The process of Black homophily (finding Black others) is complex. Yet few have researched how and why Black friendships form. For many of the informants at a selective West Coast university, finding Black friends was fraught with obstacles and required strategy. Some manipulated their campus placements and time commitments to access predominantly Black spaces at the expense of cross-racial relationships. Others were less motivated to form Black friendships. Social network research within higher education rarely explores same-race network formation and often struggles to tease out the role of agency versus structure. Through 42 interviews with students and administrators and campus observations over three years, this study sheds light on how and why these relationships form and provides insight into the role of choice in Black homophilous friendship formation.
Assessment of lovastatin application as tool in probing cytokinin-mediated cell cycle regulation

Lovastatin, a potent inhibitor of the mevalonate pathway, has been used in plant cell cycle studies to eliminate the cytosolic cytokinin biosynthesis. However, several implications can blur the results, as cytokinins may be alternatively formed from isopentenylpyrophosphate produced by the plastid 1-deoxy-xylulose 5-phosphate pathway and because the endogenous cytokinin levels oscillate considerably in the course of a cell cycle. In the work presented here, short- and long-term effects of lovastatin on suspension- cultured Nicotiana tabacum (L.) BY-2 cells were differentiated. The short-term experiments revealed a fast action of lovastatin, resulting in a significantly, though not completely, decreased content of endogenous cytokinins that became visible already after 10 min and was most pronounced after 30 min. But the impact of lovastatin on cell cycle progression depended also on the phase of the cell cycle at which it was administered. Lowering of the cytokinin level during the early S phase, when the endogenous cytokinin levels increased, delayed the S/G2 transition, whereas the same treatment in the late S phase, when the cellular cytokinin concentrations had already started to decrease, promoted it. Incubation periods longer than 48 h resulted in about 50% loss of viable of the cells and also in a reduced capability of division of the survivors. These cells later on resumed cell division. A second treatment with lovastatin of that culture again killed about 50% of the cells, but the surviving cells showed faster re-growth. In conclusion, lovastatin appears as a useful inhibitor of cytokinin biosynthesis in short-term studies, but its use in long-term experiments may create complex effects and therefore requires substantial caution.
Prioritizing Academic Programs and Services: Reallocating Resources to Achieve Strategic Balance

For example, in the second half of the book the discussion progresses from a dialogue about community colleges, to service learning, concluding with an assessment discussion. These three topics are important and could interrelate, but the connections are seldom made. The sense of wholeness, which is a professed core value of the editors, is too often absent. A second shortcoming centers on the editors' goal of advancing "new ways of looking at old problems" (p. 2). The literature the editors cite in the introductory chapter suggests that their student learning agenda has been around for at least thirty years. Explicitly discussing reasons why academia has been reluctant to get on the "student learning bandwagon" would have been a welcome addition to the text, especially because many of the contributors' suggestions have been previously recommended. Specifically addressing past impediments is an important prerequisite to advancing "new ways of looking at old problems. " Stage, Watson, and Terrell suggest that the intended audience is broad, including student affairs professionals, faculty, and preparatory faculty of student affairs professionals. These intended audiences would be well served by the book if they were unfamiliar with why student learning is central to the mission of student affairs, in particular, and higher education, in general, or if readers were planning a student learning initiative for the first time.
Thysanophora penicillioides includes multiple genetically diverged groups that coexist respectively in Abies mariesii forests in Japan

We investigated intraspecific diversity and genetic structures of a saprotrophic fungus—Thysanophora penicillioides—based on sequences of nuclear ribosomal internal transcribed spacer (ITS) in 15 discontinuous Abies mariesii forests of Japan. In such a well-defined morphological species, numerous unexpected ITS variations were revealed: 12 ITS sequence types detected in 254 isolates collected from 15 local populations were classified into five ITS sequence groups. Maximally, four ITS groups consisted of seven ITS types coexisting in one population. However, group 1 was dominant with approximately 65%; in particular, one haplotype, 1a, was most dominant with approximately 60% in respective populations. Therefore, few differences were recognized in genetic structure among local populations, implying that the gene flow of each lineage of the fungus occurs among local populations without geographic limitations. However, minor haplotypes in some ITS groups were found only in restricted areas, suggesting that they might expand steadily from their places of origin to neighboring A. mariesii forests. Aggregating sequence data of seven European strains and four North American strains from various substrates to those of Japanese strains, 18 ITS sequence types and 28 variable sites were recognized. They were clustered into nine lineages by phylogenetic analyses of the β-tubulin and combined ITS and β-tubulin datasets. According to phylogenetic species recognition by the concordance of genealogies, respective lineages correspond to phylogenetic species. Plural phylogenetic species coexist in a local population in an A. mariesii forest in Japan.
Incidence of Aeromonas species isolated from water and fish sources of Lake Manzala in Egypt

Lake Manzala situated in the east of Nile Delta, between the Damietta branch of Nile River and Suez Canal. The lake receives pollution from different sources, which make the lake polluted and eutrophicated. Samples were taken from five sites of the lake. Faecal coliforms showed the highest counts 2.2× 103 cfu ml–1 and 4× 103 cfu ml–1 in water in El-Kapoty and El-Mataryia areas, respectively. Aeromonas sppwere counted on Endo Agar, and Aeromonason selective Agar plates which reached the highest counts in water samples collected from Bahr El-Bakar drain (1.2× 103 cfu ml–1) and in intestine of fishes collected from El-Mataryia area (4.1 × 102 cfu g–1). There was a correlation between faecal coliforms and Aeromonas sppin water samples. A total of 80 isolates of water and fish samples, were obtained from Aeromonasselective agar and other different selective media and identified with API 20 E system. Strains of Acrimonies sobriawere found highly β-hemolytic on fresh human blood agar, as well as the extra cellular product of ECP and appeared to be destructive to the mammalian cells.
Additional information on an atypical population of Meloidogyne exigua Göldi, 1887 (Tylenchida: Meloidogynidae) parasitising rubber tree in Brazil.

Females, males and second-stage juveniles of an unusual population of Meloidogyne exigua race 3 that only parasitises the rubber tree were examined by light and scanning electron microscopy. Previous molecular characterisation, using SCAR markers, showed consistency with other M. exigua populations from coffee. However, RAPD analysis showed high polymorphism (43.1-57.8%) but with 100% bootstrap support among populations from coffee and rubber tree. In addition, this population showed the main M. exigua esterase band (Rm: 1.5) and an additional band (Rm: 1.6) not detected in the coffee population. The morphology of this atypical population was very close to M. exigua from coffee in major diagnostic characters such as perineal pattern and male head region. However, minor differences occurred in morphological and morphometric features, particularly in the female and male stylet morphology. Cytogenetic studies confirmed the occurrence of meiotic parthenogenesis with haploid chromosome number (n = 18).