Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Wireless Manipulation of Magnetic/Piezoelectric Micromotors for Precise Neural Stem‐Like Cell Stimulation

Precise neural electrical stimulation, which is a means of promoting neuronal regeneration, is a promising solution for patients with neurotrauma and neurodegenerative diseases. In this study, wirelessly controllable targeted motion and precise stimulation at the single‐cell level using S.platensis@Fe3O4@tBaTiO3 micromotors are successfully demonstrated for the first time. A highly versatile and multifunctional biohybrid soft micromotor is fabricated via the integration of S.platensis with magnetic Fe3O4 nanoparticles and piezoelectric BaTiO3 nanoparticles. The results show that this micromotor system can achieve navigation in a highly controllable manner under a low‐strength rotating magnetic field. The as‐developed system can achieve single‐cell targeted motion and then precisely induce the differentiation of the targeted neural stem‐like cell by converting ultrasonic energy to an electrical signal in situ owing to the piezoelectric effect. This new approach toward the high‐precision stimulation of neural stem‐like cells opens up new applications for micromotors and has excellent potential for precise neuronal regenerative therapies.
The Effect of High Fat High Fructose Diet (Modification of AIN-93M) on Nuclear Factor Kappa Beta Expression in the Liver Tissue of Male Sprague Dawley Rats

Metabolic inflammation (low-grade inflammation) remains an etiopathogenic key factor in the development of metabolic syndrome. Nuclear Factor Kappa Beta (NF-κβ) is a transcription regulator of genes having a role in immunity, the inflammatory response which can be associated with obesity-related pathological conditions like nonalcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD). Various stimuli, such as metabolic stress (hyperglycemia, ROS, fat metabolism) and proinflammatory cytokines (TNF-α, IL-6, IL-1β) could activate NF-κβ. This study was aimed to investigate the underlying molecular mechanisms of NAFLD in rats fed a modified AIN-93M HFHF (High Fat High Fructose) diet. The design of this study was experimental post-test only controlled group design. Thirty male Sprague Dawley rats were distributed into 2 treatment groups by a completely randomized design (CRD) technique. The sacrifice was performed after 17 weeks of treatment. NF-κβ expression was assessed by an immunohistochemical method (IRS score). The results showed there were significant differences in feed intake and energy intake between groups P1 and P2 (p = 0,000, p = 0,000). The average NF-κβ expression in the P2 group was significantly higher (p = 0.000) compared to the control group (P1). The correlation test between dietary intake and NF-κβ expression proved that there was a positive correlation between energy, carbohydrate and fat intake on NF-κβ expression (p = 0.001, 0.000, 0.046). However, there was a negative relationship between protein intake and NF-κβ expression (p = 0.000). This study concluded the modified AIN-93M HFHF diet increased NF-κβ expression in the liver tissue of male Sprague Dawley rats.
Green synthesis of the magnetite (Fe3O4) nanoparticle using Rhus coriaria extract: a reusable catalyst for efficient synthesis of some new 2-naphthol bis-Betti bases

Abstract In this investigation, the extract of Rhus coriaria utilized for preparation of Fe3O4 nanoparticle using a green approach. This method is clean, non-toxic and eco-friendly. The green synthesized nano-catalyst was described by means of SEM, EDX, elemental-mapping point exploration, X-ray diffraction, FT-IR, and UV-Vis analysis methods. The biosynthesized magnetite nanoparticles are affordable and reusable. Accordingly, this allows Fe3O4 nanoparticle catalyst to be utilized in the synthesizing of some new 2-naphthol bis-Betti bases by condensation of substituted aromatic aldehydes, 2-naphthol and p-phenylenediamine by one-pot process reaction. The products have been described using FT-IR, 1H-NMR, 13C-NMR, and mass-spectral data. In vitro anti-bacterial and anti-fungi evaluation of bis Betti bases were achieved against gram-positive and gram-negative bacterial strain by means of the well diffusion method. It has been observed that some of these bis Betti bases possess potent anti-bacterial characteristics against these bacteria. Graphical Abstract
Modern Applications of Graph Theory

This book discusses many modern, cutting-edge applications of graph theory, such as traffic networks, navigable networks and optimal routing for emergency response, placement of electric vehicle charging stations and graph-theoretic methods in computational biology. Because of the rapid growth of research in this field, the focus of the book is on the up-to-date development of the aforementioned applications.
UTILIZATION OF CYTOCHROME B – MITOCHONDRIAL DNA IN BROILER RABBIT SELECTION

Cytochrome b haplotypes (GenBank OCU07566, NCBI, USA) of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) were described in meat lines of rabbits – cyt b 430 and cyt b 306. The haplotype cyt b 430 represents 571A (190Threonine-T)+877G(292Alanine -A). Haplotype cyt b 306 with polymorphism A571G mtDNA-cell line LEU-RAB is registered as BioSample: SAMN03701526; Sample name: cyt b O.C. (Model organism or animal sample from Oryctolagus cuniculus), in NCBI, USA. The vitality of offspring of the cyt b 306 haplotype, represented by the average number of weaned youngs at 42 days of age, was significantly higher compared to the haplotype cyt b 430 ( ẍ = 7.00 vs. ẍ = 5.69, t (0.01) = 2.91++). These results are confirmed also by the immunogenetic results determined using flow cytometry. Haplotype cyt b 306 is characterized by a significant increase (P = 0,041+ to P = 0,049+) of the flow cytometric parameters at the frequency of T lymphocytes, which results in activation of lymphocytes of the type pT2 and CDS4 (pT2 = 22.02 ± 4.45 % and CD4 = 17.08 ± 3.43 %), compared to the cyt b 430 haplotype, which is represented by significantly lower values of the flow cytometric parameters in activation of lymphocytes of the pT2 and CD4 type (pT2 = 15.32 ± 6.11 % and CD4 = 11.8 ± 4.83 %). Meanwhile, in the reproduction parameters such as the average number of live-born kits, no differences (8.45 vs. 8.00) were determined between the studied haplotypes (cyt b 306 vs. cyt b 430). Similarly, production parameters represented by carcass value (carcass without the head and skin) of both haplotypes (cyt b 306 vs. cyt b 430) were not influenced by the targeted selection and remained on the same level of 54 % (54.41 vs. 54.26).
Role of Public Libraries in the Creation of Social Capital: A Study of Northern Nigeria

Public Libraries play a vital role in the creation and bridging Social Capital. They offer a space for education, socialization and debate, which are open to the members of the society. This paper presents an overview of public libraries in Nigeria and their role, the challenges associated with the activities and programs of Nigerian Public Libraries in the creation of Social Capital. A total of 59 Public Libraries working in 12 State of Library Boards of Northern Nigeria and Federal Capital Abuja has been considered for the pilot study. The analysis has been done by frequency distribution, percentage and cluster analysis. Based on the results of the study, a few suggestions and solutions to overcome the problems in the creation of Social Capital have been listed. This paper is a pilot study of the Doctoral programme by the first author.
Controlled Vortex Formation at Nanostructured Superconductor/Ferromagnetic Junctions

Stability and transport properties of superconducting/insulating/ferromagnetic nanostructures are decisively affected by vortex formation in the superconductor. Herein, the emergence of such vortices due to finite size and geometric effects is studied using a Landau–Ginzburg approach coupled to the magnetic layer via its stray field. Numerical simulations based on the finite‐element method evidence that magnetic vortices can be induced and coupled to each others upon appropriate nanostructuring of the magnetic films. These findings are of immediate relevance to transport properties of such structures.
Essays on the impact evaluation of education policies in Mexico

This thesis gathers research on three impact evaluations of interventions at the school and student level in Mexico. The first chapter evaluates the effects of a School Breakfast Program (SBP) on children’s outcomes such as cognitive skills, illness, height and weight and grade repetition in the period 2002 to 2005. Quasi-experimental estimations provide evidence of positive effects on children’s weight; however, such gains push children over their ’ideal’ standardized average causing them overweight. This effect is significantly higher in the case of poorer children. The second chapter evaluates a Full-Time Primary Schools Program implemented in 2007, to work out if changing the time pupils spend at school can enhance skills in language and mathematics. Differences in Differences regressions point to a significant improvement of 0.11 standard deviations in mathematics and Spanish test scores after four years of treatment. These gains are three times higher in schools located in deprived areas and do not seem to be driven by students self-selection. The last chapter focuses on an exogenous policy change in Mexico which eliminates enforced grade repetition for all first to third grade students. This reform helped schools to reduce repetition rates from varying higher levels to almost zero in one academic year. Estimations coming from two-way fixed effects models using a panel of schools show an average reduction in dropout rates after reform implementation of 0.3% points along with no seeming effects on pupil’s performance. General findings from the three chapters are of strong significance when placed into the broader debate about what works best in schools for improving children’s academic performance and general education outcomes in Mexico.
3D‐Printed Stretchable Micro‐Supercapacitor with Remarkable Areal Performance

While stretchable micro‐supercapacitors (MSCs) have been realized, they have suffered from limited areal electrochemical performance, thus greatly restricting their practical electronic application. Herein, a facile strategy of 3D printing and unidirectional freezing of a pseudoplastic nanocomposite gel composed of Ti3C2Tx MXene nanosheets, manganese dioxide nanowire, silver nanowires, and fullerene to construct intrinsically stretchable MSCs with thick and honeycomb‐like porous interdigitated electrodes is introduced. The unique architecture utilizes thick electrodes and a 3D porous conductive scaffold in conjunction with interacting material properties to achieve higher loading of active materials, larger interfacial area, and faster ion transport for significantly improved areal energy and power density. Moreover, the oriented cellular scaffold with fullerene‐induced slippage cell wall structure prompts the printed electrode to withstand large deformations without breaking or exhibiting obvious performance degradation. When imbued with a polymer gel electrolyte, the 3D‐printed MSC achieves an unprecedented areal capacitance of 216.2 mF cm−2 at a scan rate of 10 mV s−1, and remains stable when stretched up to 50% and after 1000 stretch/release cycles. This intrinsically stretchable MSC also exhibits high rate capability and outstanding areal energy density of 19.2 µWh cm−2 and power density of 58.3 mW cm−2, outperforming all reported stretchable MSCs.
Human Gait Tracking for Normal People and Walker Users Using a 2D LiDAR

This paper proposes a human gait tracking method using a low scanning rate (10Hz) 360 degree 2D LiDAR. The sensor is placed at a height of 0.3m above the ground. Since the human gait tracking is important not only for normal people but also for patients who need to use walking-aid such as walker, we propose a tracking method for both normal people and walker users. The left and right legs are separated and tracked even with nonlinear walking path. To overcome the occlusions between legs when one leg might be hidden from the sensor, a spline-based smooth and interpolation method is applied to estimate the legs trajectories. An algorithm is also proposed to remove the walker legs data in case of walker users. The performance of proposed tracking method is investigated in different walking speed levels and two positions of LiDAR (parallel and horizontal to walking direction). The experimental results verify the robustness of our proposed method. The horizontal position of LiDAR gives better estimation than the parallel position. The RMSE is less than 2.0cm for walking step length estimation and is less than 1.4cm for walking distance estimation. The tracking range of our system is up to 10m with horizontal placement of LiDAR.
Relationship between supply chain activities in Vietnamese retail business enterprises

Article history: Received August 25, 2019 Received in revised format November 20, 2019 Accepted November 29 2019 Available online November 29 2016 The objective of this paper is to assess the relationship between supply chain activities in retail businesses enterprises in Hanoi, Vietnam. The sample includes 312 retail business enterprises in Hanoi city. Using the analysis technology of PLS SEM structure model, through Smart PLS 3.0 software, the results show that the activities of the retail supply chain in Hanoi were statistically significant where the effects were from 0.166 to 0.605 and the level of significance was 1%. Inventory does not have a statistically significant relationship with the supply chain management strategy of these retail businesses in Hanoi. license Growing Science, Canada 2020 by the authors; ©
Impact of Ecological Related Innovations Enhancing the Efficiency of Corporate Environmental Responsibility

The present research paper focused on the phenomenon of innovation as a key solution for business success as it relates to corporate environmental responsibility (CER). The ultimate aim of CER is to prevent and even eliminate, if possible, the harmful impact of business performance on the environment. Every modern company should adhere to the obligations of CER since environmental pollution is a serious hazard that endangers future existence of humankind. For example, it is essential to implement strategies that can contribute to air and water protection. Ecological innovation emerged on the grounds of such urgent needs of environment. Eco-innovation strives to make a transition from business with harmful effects to one of the accountability. Therefore, the present study aimed to review relevant, reliable and up-to-date sources dealing with eco-based innovations in the context of CER. A qualitative research is selected so as to collect sufficient amount of detailed credible data on the issue of concern. The given paper relied on a secondary research encompassing literature review and relevant case studies and a survey as the primary research. Based on the outcomes, several innovations were identified and presented to the target audience.
The Parachlorella Genome and Transcriptome Endorse Active RWP-RK, Meiosis and Flagellar Genes in Trebouxiophycean Algae

1 Department of Integrated Biosciences, Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, The University of Tokyo, Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa, Chiba 277–8561, Japan 2 Japan Science and Technology Agency, CREST/START, Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa, Chiba 277–8561, Japan 3 Laboratory of Metagenomics, Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, The University of Tokyo, Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa, Chiba 277–8561, Japan 4 Center for Omics and Bioinformatics, Graduate School of Frontier Sciences, The University of Tokyo, Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa, Chiba 277–8561, Japan 5 Future Center Initiative, The University of Tokyo, Wakashiba, Kashiwa, Chiba 277–0871, Japan 6 Institute of Microbiology, Czech Academy of Sciences, Centre Algatech, Laboratory of Cell Cycles of Algae, Třeboň, Czech Republic 7 Graduate School of Advanced Science and Engineering, Waseda University, Okubo, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169–8555, Japan
A Literature Review of Implementing Response to Intervention for English Language Learners

Response to intervention (RTI) has actively been used for identifying reading difficulties and providing supplemental instructions for students with disabilities. Recent developments of RTI show that the method expands its applicability to other areas and populations. In particular, it is difficult to distinguish learning disability (LD) from English as a second language acquisition. RTI could successfully be implemented for English language learners (ELLs). A systematic literature review has been conducted to delineate various components, strategies, and implications of RTI for ELL students. Twenty six articles that meet the criteria are analyzed for themes and important findings. The result of the literature review along with the implications of the identified studies is reported. It is identified that direct instruction used in tier 2 is an effective technique when infusing linguistic and cultural aspects of ELL with diverse needs.
Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Nano-Selenium against Cypermethrin-Induced Liver Toxicity

Cypermethrin (Cym) is a synthetic class II pyrethroid that is widely used and has a big risk to health. Cypermethrin produces oxidative stress and enhances inflammatory damage of liver. The present study was designed to investigate the ameliorating effects of NSe against Cym-induced hepatotoxicity in rats. For this purpose, twenty four male rats were divided into three groups. Group (I) was gavaged with Cym (control group), group (II) gavaged daily with Cym (1 mg/kg body weight), and group (III) gavaged with Cym + NSe (2.5 mg kg body weight/day, three times a week) for 21 days. Cypermethrin increased serum liver enzymes, oxidative stress and inflammatory markers. Administration of NSe significantly reduced the increased serum liver enzymes and inflammatory parameters and restored the antioxidant capacity in liver. Our results suggest that Nse exhibits promising hepato-protective effects against Cym-induced oxidative damage and inflammation.
A simple spectrophotometric method to determine phytic acid in poultry wastewater without acid digestion

ABSTRACT Frequently, wastewater from treatment plants associated with animal husbandry, mainly animal feeding operations, are used to irrigate near agricultural lands based on nitrogen requirements. To avoid soil phosphorus accumulation owing to its long-term application, it is necessary to achieve lower levels of total phosphorus; one of the methods involve eliminating dissolved organic phosphorus (DOP) in treatment systems. The DOP in effluents and manure wastewater streams is commonly quantified without the identification of individual phosphorus species. Nevertheless, characterisation of the DOP is particularly important, because removal techniques, as well as soil sorption capacity and phosphorus transfer in the runoff to water bodies, differ for different DOP compounds. Particularly, phytic acid (PA), the main DOP compound in animal wastes, can strongly bind to soils making it unavailable for plant uptake. This work evaluates the application of a simple analytical procedure to the determination of the PA concentration in manure wastewater. The method does not require a prior acid digestion stage; in addition, sample colour removal, as well as the removal of potentially interfering compounds are not required. The results are in agreement with results obtained using 31P NMR. PA recoveries ranged between 87% and 97%, relative standard deviation was <8.5%, while the limits of detection and quantification for phosphorus as PA were 0.18 mg·L−1 and 0.55 mg·L−1 respectively.
Quantifying the Log Reduction of Pathogenic Microorganisms by Constructed Wetlands: A Review

Over the last 30 years, constructed wetlands (CWs) have been used as an alternative, cost-efficient way of treating wastewater, often in combination with conventional wastewater technologies. When CWs are attached at the end of conventional wastewater treatment plants, they treat the effluent and thus provide a polishing step. However, recent studies have shown that when CWs are used as the main wastewater treatment method for the agricultural reuse of effluents, they perform poorly on meeting the accepted limit of microbial contamination. Moreover, CWs are increasingly used within the scope of the circular economy and water reuse applications. Therefore, there is a need for a comprehensive exploration of the performance of CWs on pathogen removal. This paper explores relevant case studies regarding pathogen removal from constructed wetlands to create a comprehensive dataset that provides a complete overview of CWs performance under various conditions. After a systematic literature review, a total of 48 case studies were qualified for both qualitative and quantitative analyses. From the dataset, the general performance, optimal conditions, and knowledge gaps were identified. The review confirmed that constructed wetlands (as a standalone treatment) cannot meet the accepted limits of pathogen removal. However, they can be a credible choice for wastewater polishing when they are combined with conventional wastewater treatment systems. Regarding the most common indicators that were recorded, the removal of Escherichia coli ranged between 0.01–5.6 log; the removal of total and fecal coliforms was 0.2–5.32 log and 0.07–6.08 log, respectively; while the removal of fecal streptococci was 0.2–5.2 log. The great variability of pathogen removal indicates that the complexity of CWs makes it difficult to draw robust conclusions regarding their removal efficiency. Potential correlations were identified between influent and effluent concentrations, as well as between log removal and hydraulic characteristics. Additionally, no correlations between pathogen removal and temperature/climatic zones were found since average pathogen removal per country showed high variation throughout the various climatic zones. The dataset can be used as a benchmark of CWs’ performance as a barrier against the spreading of pathogens in the environment. The knowledge gaps identified in this review can provide direction for further research. Finally, a potential meta-analysis of the dataset using statistical analysis can pave the way for a better understanding of the design and operational parameters of CWs in order to fine-tune and quantify the factors that influence the performance of these systems.
ACUTE HYPOXIA ALTERS LACTATE THRESHOLD IN CHRONIC ALTITUDE RESIDENTS

At an identical workload, blood lactate concentration ([La]) is higher in acute hypoxia (H) versus normoxia (N). However, in altitude-acclimatized individuals, the lactate response to incremental exercise in H and with various VO2max protocols is less clear. Subjects (N = 16) residing at moderate altitude completed VO2max tests on a cycle ergometer in N and H (FIO2 = 0.15) using ramp (R) and step (S) protocols. Gas exchange data were obtained breath-by-breath during exercise. Blood samples were obtained for measurement of blood [La]. One-way ANOVA with repeated measures was used to examine differences between lactate threshold (LT) and blood [La] among the various protocols. LT was significantly higher (p 0.05) in R compared to S and H. At 50 %VO2max, blood [La] was significantly higher (p<0.05) in S (2.0 ? 0.4 mmol/L) compared to R (1.7 ? 0.3 mmol/L and H (1.7 ? 0.6 mmol/L). In subjects acclimatized to altitude, the type of protocol used and gas fraction inspired alter the lactate response to incremental exercise. A standardized protocol for LT assessment is recommended to decrease discrepancies in LT between studies.