Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
PROFIL EKOSISTEM LAMUN SEBAGAI SALAH SATU INDIKATOR KESEHATAN PESISIR PERAIRAN SABANG TENDE KABUPATEN TOLITOLI

Sabang Tende Waters is one of the tourist sites and is often visited by tourists. So seagrass will be undergoing environmental degradation and presentation tutupannya also continues to munurun. There are several factors which led to pressure on the field tour, number of seagrass nearly 200 people every week so in monthly can reach 800 people. Therefore the condition of Sabang Tende as the location of the utilization of nautical tourism will experience pressure on ecosystems seagrass research needs to be done, then the profile of seagrass ecosystems as one indicator of the health of the coast. Exploiting the potential of the coast can improve the welfare of coastal communities, but in the absence of sustainable management, it will reduce the function of the coast. This research aim 1). Identify the types of seagrass, density, density and type of closure of seagrass in waters Sabang Tende. , 2). It examines the factors that influence Community characteristics, composition, density, and distribution of seagrass in waters Sabang Tende. , 3). Analyzing the public perception about the role/benefits of ecosystem health indicators as seagrass in waters across the coast Tende. Research using the method of observation, interview, koesioner, and biophysical surveys. Research results showed the kind of density on the station I namely 27.5 ind/12m2stasiun II: 12m2 ind/42, station III: 36.9 ind/12m2. Based on the results of the research conducted in the third observation station, the number and type of seagrass found different (not always the same), i.e. the most types found on the station I (natural zones) as much as 4 types, while on station II (residential zone) as 6 types, and III (zone tourist resort) is only found 5 types of seagrass. The physical and chemical conditions on the the station I, II, and III 7 pH, salinity of 30 0 /00, while the II, III have a range of 32 0 /00 and it shows that the percentage 48.8 % said that seagrass beds that is in sabang tende in stir by a tourist who is visiting and 29 % of respondents said that seagrass beds that is in sabang tende having the condition seagrass beds good.
Bottom-up organisation of metallic nanoparticles for metamaterials applications

A study of the self-organisation of metallic nanoparticles into assemblies of interest to the metamaterials community has been conducted. Numerous colloidal nanochemistry techniques were developed to fabricate structures of interest. Spectroscopic techniques were then employed to probe the optical properties and evaluate to what extent they could be used to advance metamaterials research. In particular, large scale planar arrays of metallic nanoparticles fabricated on a variety of functionalised substrates such as glass, silicon and polymers, as well as analogues prepared on microscale spherical substrates were studied. Bottom-up techniques were employed to build up structures into the third dimension, one of the principal challenges currently facing metamaterials researchers and the suitability of the planar structures for SERS applications was investigated. A magnetic resonance, a key building block of a number of metamaterials applications was identified in the spherical structures and the potential of these structures as cloaking devices was studied.
Simple assessment of shallow velocity structures with small-scale microtremor arrays: interval-averaged S-wave velocities

This article describes a method for processing microtremor records from a small-scale seismic array that allows interval-averaged S-wave velocities to be estimated for 10-m depth ranges down to a depth of 30 m. The method was applied to microtremor data obtained in the town of Mashiki, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, and the analysis results were evaluated through a comparison with available PS logs and sections obtained by surface-wave methods. It turned out that the interval-averaged S-wave velocity estimates may be subject to errors of up to 20–30% in absolute values, but it was shown that the method can help evaluate relative spatial variations in those S-wave velocities. In view of the simplicity of analysis, the analyser-independent nature of the results and the limitations of analysis accuracy, the interval-averaged S-wave velocity estimation method presented here could be used as an effective tool for the preliminary analysis of microtremor data from small-scale seismic arrays. This article describes a simple method for estimating interval-averaged S-wave velocities for 10-m depth ranges down to a depth of 30 m. Possibilities and limitations of this method are examined by using the analysis results of the microtremor data obtained in the town of Mashiki, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan.
Evaluation of soil physico-chemical properties, growth and yield of pigeonpea as influenced by method of planting and integrated nutrient management in vertisols of Karnataka

The present investigation entitled "Evaluation of soil physico-Chemical properties, growth and yield of pigenonpea as influenced by method of planting and integrated nutrient management in vertisols of Karnataka" was conducted at farmer's fieldi i.e. in three location of the same village Kasbe camp, District: Raichur (Karnataka)under the project of Bhoo Samruddhi, ICRISAT (International Crop Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics Agriculture), Patancheru,Hyderabad during kharif season 2016. The soil of the experiment plots was clayey. Low available nitrogen in all the three farmers plot phosphorus was high in two plots except one plot, while potassium was high in all plots. The experiment was laid out in factorial randomized block design (FRBD) with three replications comprising ten treatment combination. Treatment combination consisting of two factor, factor-1 at two levels viz., methods of planting (dibbling and transplanting), and factor-2 at five levels viz., N1-control (Farmers practice) N2- FYM @ 5 t ha-1, N3-vermicompost @ 5 t ha-1, N4-neem cake @ 250 kg ha-1, N5- green leaf manure (Gliricidia) @ 5 t ha-1. Sowing was done on July 14, 2016 harvesting was done on January 28, 2017.The transplanted pigeonpea (M2) recorded the maximum growth parameters viz., plant height, number of leaves, number of primary and secondary branches plant-1, leaf area plant-1, leaf area index, total dry matter plant-1 as well as yield and yield attributing characters viz., number of pods plant-1, weight of pods plant-1, seed yield plant-1, grain yield ha-1, stalk yield ha-1 and quality attributes of pigeonpea crop viz., protein yield ha-1 . The nutrient content and uptake by seed and stalk, N in seed, content of P, K, and S in seed and stalk were found higher. In case of micronutrients Fe and Cu in seed, B and Zn in stalk and Mn in both was recorded higher nutrient content. Whereas concerned to uptake all the nutrients i.e. primary (N, P, K), secondary (Ca, Mg, S) and micronutrients (Fe, Zn, Cu, Mn and B) were recorded higher uptake in the transplanted pigeonpea. However, there was no effect on physico-chemical properties due to the method of planting.
Empowering ESL Students: Leveraging Social Media Blogs for Effective Opinion Writing Skills Development

This study aims to investigate the impact of integrating social media blogs into ESL education, with a specific focus on enhancing opinion writing skills and overall language proficiency. The research was conducted among two teachers and six students enrolled in the BS English programme at the Institute of Southern Punjab, Multan. A qualitative method was employed, utilizing in-depth interviews with the teachers and students, cross case analysis, and classroom observations to gather rich insights into the phenomenon. The study revealed positive perceptions from both teachers and students regarding the effectiveness of integrating social media blogs. Teachers reported a significant positive impact on opinion writing skills, and students emphasized improvements not only in opinion writing but also in overall language skills. Cross case analysis supported these perceptions, showcasing consistent patterns of success across diverse contexts. Classroom observations further validated these findings, highlighting active student participation and dynamic teacher student engagements during opinion writing sessions using social media blogs. Regarding language exposure, social media blogs were identified as a valuable tool for providing authentic language experiences. The interactive nature of these platforms immersed learners in genuine communicative situations, exposing them to diverse writing styles and cultural nuances. Innovative teaching strategies derived from the interactive nature of social media blogs included online debates, multimedia integration, and collaborative writing environments. The study holds implications for ESL educators, curriculum developers, and policymakers. Integrating social media blogs into ESL curricula is suggested as a strategic move to enhance opinion writing skills and overall language proficiency. The identified innovative teaching strategies offer practical insights for educators seeking to leverage the interactive features of social media blogs. This study contributes valuable insights into the dynamic intersection of social media, opinion writing skills, and language proficiency within the context of ESL education, offering a foundation for further research and informed pedagogical practices.
Explaining stability and change. Comparing flood risk governance in Belgium, France, the Netherlands, and Poland

The closing article of this special issue provides a comparative analysis of flood risk governance (FRG) in four European countries and tries to explain why FRG in the Netherlands and Poland is more stable than in Belgium and France. It examines the role of mechanisms of path dependency and path change. Inspired by the conceptual framework developed in the introductory article, this article provides an overview of dynamics in FRG in the four countries and identifies major trends and tendencies. It discusses forces of stability and change and hypothesizes on how ‘clusters’ of these forces tend to interact. It is found, among other things, that new ideas are often crucial for initiating change and that fixed costs and the sedimented distribution of responsibilities are stabilising factors. Bringing together various existing theories, the article contributes to literature on flood risk management and public policy change.
The Development of Sustainable Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol-Based (PETG) Blends for Additive Manufacturing Processing—The Use of Multilayered Foil Waste as the Blend Component

The polymer foil industry is one of the leading producers of plastic waste. The development of new recycling methods for packaging products is one of the biggest demands in today’s engineering. The subject of this research was the melt processing of multilayered PET-based foil waste with PETG copolymer. The resulting blends were intended for additive manufacturing processing using the fused deposition modeling (FDM) method. In order to improve the properties of the developed materials, the blends compounding procedure was conducted with the addition of a reactive chain extender (CE) and elastomeric copolymer used as an impact modifier (IM). The samples were manufactured using the 3D printing technique and, for comparison, using the traditional injection molding method. The obtained samples were subjected to a detailed characterization procedure, including mechanical performance evaluation, thermal analysis, and rheological measurements. This research confirms that PET-based film waste can be successfully used for the production of filament, and for most samples, the FDM printing process can be conducted without any difficulties. Unfortunately, the unmodified blends are characterized by brittleness, which makes it necessary to use an elastomer additive (IM). The presence of a semicrystalline PET phase improves the thermal resistance of the prepared blends; however, an annealing procedure is required for this purpose.
Disaggregating Soil Moisture to Finer Spatial Resolutions: A Comparison of Alternatives

The spatial and temporal variability in soil moisture modulates runoff generation and the degree of land‐atmosphere coupling. Numerous statistical and modeling approaches have been implemented to characterize soil moisture spatial heterogeneity at fine spatial resolution using data from sparse observational networks or distributed model simulations. This characterization has been subsequently employed to translate coarse model simulations (of the order of a few hundred meters or kilometers) to finer spatial scales for a range of ensuing applications that rely on high‐resolution characterization of soil moisture. One common feature of these disaggregation methods is that the impact of soil moisture memory is ignored. This results in both spatial and temporal persistence being poorly simulated, leading to poorer specifications of cropping and irrigation plans. To overcome this shortcoming, we developed a hybrid disaggregation method that uses the first‐order autoregressive model (AR1) constructed from fine‐resolution (60 m) soil moisture simulations to disaggregate catchment mean soil moisture obtained from remote sensing or semidistributed model simulations. Soil moisture simulations from an integrated land surface‐groundwater model, ParFlow‐Common Land Model in Baldry subcatchment, Australia, are used as virtual observations. We examined the AR1 method performance against topographic wetness index‐based methods and those developed from temporal stability method. Results illustrate that the disaggregation schemes calibrated to a 10‐day fine‐scale model simulation perform better than the topographic‐based methods in approximating soil moisture distribution at a 60‐m resolution in the catchment. Furthermore, the AR1 model is the best model (Nash‐Sutcliffe efficiency [NSE] > 0.45) among various alternatives explored here. Applying the hybrid univariate AR1 model is promising for disaggregating semidistributed models' soil moisture simulations while significantly reducing the computational time.
PROPOSALS TO IMPROVE THE INFORMATION CAPABILITIES OF COASTAL-BASED RADAR STATIONS FOR SURVEILLANCE OF SURFACE AND AIR OBJECTS

Sea-based radar stations (RS) are widely used for solving the tasks of radar surveillance of surface objects (SO) and air objects (AO). The subject of the article is the mechanisms of radio wave propagation in the boundary layer of the atmosphere. The aim is to investigate the possibilities of improving the accuracy of measuring the range and radial velocity of SO and AO observed beyond the line-of-sight of coastal-based RS. Objective: to analyse the spatial and temporal parameters and properties of waveguide layers above the water surface. Methods used: maximum likelihood and frequency. The following results were obtained. The results of experimental studies of seasonal and daily changes in the parameters of the lower troposphere layer in the Black Sea coastal zone and the parameters of tropospheric radio waveguides are presented. The procedure for calculating the energy transmission losses during radio wave propagation in the boundary layer of the atmosphere is presented, and the conditions for detecting SO and AO beyond the radar line-of-sight are determined. Recommendations for increasing the range of detection of SO and AO are given, which are associated with the possibility of predicting the existence of tropospheric radio waveguides by using data on the current conditions of radio wave propagation over the sea based on the signals of the automatic ship identification system AIS. Conclusions. Proposals have been developed to improve the accuracy of measuring the range and radial velocity of SO and AO at waveguide propagation of radio waves over the sea surface. A promising area for further research may be to identify ways to optimise the measurement of angular coordinates in modern RS during waveguide propagation of radio waves over the sea surface.
Promises of Protein Kinase Inhibitors in Recalcitrant Small-Cell Lung Cancer: Recent Scenario and Future Possibilities

Simple Summary The heterogeneous expression of signaling molecules within the tumor, including kinases, is the major contributor to the acquisition of drug resistance and poor survival observed in small-cell lung cancer (SCLC). The addition of immunotherapy to chemotherapy has only marginally prolonged survival in patients with extensive-stage SCLC (ES-SCLC). Recent clinical trials have combined immunotherapy with the pharmacological inhibitors of kinases often dysregulated in SCLC. However, the regime has not been effective in the long term. Here, we review studies and clinical trials exploring dysregulated kinases in SCLC progression and resistance to chemotherapies and immunotherapies. We also discuss the possibility of repurposing kinase inhibitors against SCLC that have already demonstrated promising results for other types of cancers. Abstract SCLC is refractory to conventional therapies; targeted therapies and immunological checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) molecules have prolonged survival only marginally. In addition, ICIs help only a subgroup of SCLC patients. Different types of kinases play pivotal roles in therapeutics-driven cellular functions. Therefore, there is a significant need to understand the roles of kinases in regulating therapeutic responses, acknowledge the existing knowledge gaps, and discuss future directions for improved therapeutics for recalcitrant SCLC. Here, we extensively review the effect of dysregulated kinases in SCLC. We further discuss the pharmacological inhibitors of kinases used in targeted therapies for recalcitrant SCLC. We also describe the role of kinases in the ICI-mediated activation of antitumor immune responses. Finally, we summarize the clinical trials evaluating the potential of kinase inhibitors and ICIs. This review overviews dysregulated kinases in SCLC and summarizes their potential as targeted therapeutic agents. We also discuss their clinical efficacy in enhancing anticancer responses mediated by ICIs.
The Representation of Low Cloud in the Antarctic Mesoscale Prediction System

ii Acknowledgments. iv Vita . v List of Tables . viii List of Figures . ix Chapter 1: Introduction . 1 Chapter 2: Literature Review . 8 Chapter 3: Methods . 18 3.1 Part I: The Stoelinga-Warner Algorithm . 18 3.2 Part II: Relative Humidity Thresholds . 19 3.3. Part III: AMPS Model Cloud Base Height Predictions from Relative Humidity Thresholds . 21 Chapter 4: Results and Discussion . 26 4.1. Part I: The Stoelinga-Warner Algorithm . 26 4.2. Part II: Relative Humidity Thresholds . 28
Ecoregions and stream types help us understand ecological variability in Neotropical reference streams

Stream site classification is a fundamental step in defining reference conditions for freshwater bioassessments globally. Landscape regionalisation and stream typology approaches have both been used to determine classes that reduce inherent environmental variation and to show classes with ecological meaning. We evaluated the applicability of ecoregion and stream typology approaches in a river basin located between the Neotropical Savanna and the Atlantic Forest biomes in south-eastern Brazil. We delimited two ecoregions and assessed whether stream types within each ecoregion would further reduce environmental and macroinvertebrate assemblage variability. In addition, we determined indicator taxa for each of the reference condition classes. Our results confirm the importance of defining ecoregions a priori and for using a nested a posteriori stream typology approach for further explaining macroinvertebrate assemblage variation. Geology and natural vegetation physiognomy were the key ecoregion factors likely to influence macroinvertebrate assemblages, and stream dimension attributes best delimited meaningful stream types. Although stream classification is a very important step in any monitoring, management or restoration program, it has been widely neglected in many tropical regions. In this study we demonstrated how it can be conducted to determine macroinvertebrate assemblage potentials even with a relatively limited number of sites.
Spontaneous signal generation by an excitable system for cell migration

Eukaryotic cells exhibit random migration in the absence of extracellular directional cues. This random migration acts as basal motility for various migratory responses such as chemotaxis. The self-organization of random motility requires the internal signals that determine the anterior side of the migrating cell be generated spontaneously from the intrinsic activities of intracellular signaling networks. Recent studies have identified an excitable system as the mechanism of the spontaneous signal generation. Here, we discuss how the excitable system of Ras, a small G protein, regulates signaling networks in Dictyostelium discoideum as a model organism. The excitability produces a domain where an active form of Ras is enriched on the cell membrane without extracellular directional cues, such that Ras serves as the anterior signal. The typical spatiotemporal characteristics are mathematically explained by reaction-diffusion models. These models further enable a quantitative analysis of the dynamics that depends on the internal cellular states and surrounding environments. Downstream of the Ras excitable system, a phosphoinositide metabolic network composed of PI3K, PTEN, PI(3,4,5)P3 and PI(4,5)P2 exhibits bistability to discretize the anterior and posterior regions of the cell membrane. Upstream, a local excitation and global inhibition local excitation global inhibition network, which works for gradient sensing in the presence of chemoattractant gradients, spatiotemporally biases the excitability of Ras for chemotaxis. In parallel with the Ras excitable system, the cGMP signaling pathway constitutes another excitable system of its own periodicity to ensure flexible migratory dynamics. In addition to these intracellular signaling networks, an intercellular signaling network activated by secreted cAMP is coupled with the Ras excitable system for collective cell migration. Finally, we discuss how the excitable system of Ras operates as a platform of information integration by receiving multiple intrinsic and extrinsic signals to ensure spontaneous cellular activity and robust responses in eukaryotic cell migration under natural complex environments.
Turizm Lisans ve Önlisans Eğitiminde 2017 Yılı Sayısal Değerlendirmeler (Numerical Evaluations for 2017 Year in Tourism Associate Degree and Undergraduate Education)

Bu araştırmada, Türkiye’de turizm eğitiminin önemli bir aşaması olan lisans, önlisans ve yüksekokul eğitimine yönelik 2017 yılı kontenjan ve başvuru durumları incelemek ve Türkiye’deki turizm eğitiminin geleceğine yönelik çıkarımlarda bulunmak amaçlanmıştır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda, ÖSYM tarafından ilan edilen, 2017-ÖSYS Yerleştirme Sonuçlarına İlişkin Sayısal Bilgiler tablosundaki ilgili turizm programları incelenmiştir. İncelemeler sonucunda, turizm programlarındaki kontenjanlar ve bu kontenjanlara yerleşen öğrencilerin sayıları bölümler bazında değerlendirilmiştir. Yapılan değerlendirmelere göre, turizm programlarındaki kontenjanların ciddi oranda boş kaldığı belirlenmiştir. Boş kalan kontenjanların büyük bir kısmını, TM-1 puan türü ile öğrenci kabul eden “Turizm İşletmeciliği”, “Turizm ve Otelcilik”, “Turizm ve Otel İşletmeciliği”, “Seyahat İşletmeciliği”, “Seyahat İşletmeciliği ve Turizm Rehberliği”, “Yiyecek ve İçecek İşletmeciliği”, “Konaklama İşletmeciliği” ve YGS-6 puan türü ile öğrenci kabul eden “Turizm ve Otel İşletmeciliği” ve “Sağlık Turizmi İşletmeciliği” bölümleri oluşturmaktadır. Sonuçlar, öğrencilerin “işletmecilik” bölümlerine tercih yapmaktan uzak durduklarını göstermektedir. Ayrıca, birçok bölümde bulunan ikinci öğretimlerin de tercih edilmemesi kontenjanların boş kalmasını sağlamıştır. Tercih edilmeyen ikinci öğretimlerin kapatılması, hemen hemen her ilden ziyade, ihtiyaç duyulan illerde turizm bölümlerinin muhafaza edilmesi kontenjanların verimli ve etkin kullanılmasını sağlayacaktır.