Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Nitrogen balance of bullocks fed Cratylia argentea and Brachiaria arrecta Hay

Four experimental diets or treatments formed with incremental proportions of the foliage of tropical shrub legume Cratylia argentea and decremental proportions of Tanner grass (Brachiaria arrecta) hay: T1, 0:100; T2, 15:85; T3, 30:70; and T4, 45:55 were evaluated using four Holstein-Zebu bullocks (214.5 9.3 kg) conned in individual pens, under a balanced 4 x 4 latin square design. The crude protein (CP, %) content of C. argentea was 19.3 ± 6%, and in the grass was 6.2 ± 3%. The intake of DM increased as the C. argentea level in the diet increased. Blood urea-N (BUN) showed a linear increase from T1 to T4, observing its highest concentration at feeding time and six-hours after in T4: 12.00 and 14.75 mg dL-1, respectively. Purine derivatives (uric acid and allantoin) were not affected by treatments (p > 0.05). The increase of the legume in the diet improved the DM intake and digestibility, and led to N-balance from negative in T1 and T2, to positive in T3 and T4. The legume proportion in a basal diet of the grass B. arrecta must be 30% at least.
Noise Reduction of Vibration Signals inRotary Machines using Neighbourhood Correlation of Wavelet Transform Coefficients

Faulty gears and bearings are a major source of problem in rotating machines. These faults appear as impulses at periodic intervals resulting in form of characteristic frequency of the machinery. To retrieve the characteristic fault frequencies of the vibration signal, denoising of signal is an essential preprocessing step. This paper presents two robust techniques for denoising of vibration signals corrupted by Additive White Gaussian Noise. The proposed method uses the Stationary Wavelet Transform (SWT) and the Dual Tree Complex Wavelet Transform (DTCWT). The proposed methods are very efficient due to their shift invariance property and have reduced aliasing effect than other methods such as Discrete Wavelet Transform(DWT), Continuous Wavelet Transform(CWT), Short Time Fourier Transform(STFT) etc. For reduction of noise, owing to the fact that neighbouring wavelet coefficients belonging to signal are correlated, the thresholding of noisy wavelet coefficients is done by selecting a window and comparing the averaged noisy wavelet coefficients inside the window with a threshold. Denoising results are compared by varying the window size and the best window length is chosen for denoising. Experiments are carried out on simulated vibration signals as well as on real time signals. The comparison of the results of the proposed methods using DTCWT and SWT for synthetic signal is done using the signal to noise ratio(SNR). For comparison of results of the real time signal, another statistical parameter Kurtosis is chosen.
The Geography of Ethnic Residential Segregation: A Comparative Study of Five Countries

Abstract Few studies have undertaken rigorous comparative analyses of levels of ethnic residential segregation across two or more countries. Using data for the latest available censuses (2000–2001) and a bespoke methodology for such comparative work, this article analyzes levels of segregation across the urban systems of five major immigrant-receiving, English-speaking countries: Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. After describing the levels of segregation in each, the article tests a model based on generic factors that should influence segregation levels in all five countries and then evaluates—for the urban population as a whole, for the “charter group” in each society, and for various ethnic minority groups—whether there are also significant country-specific variations in segregation levels. The findings show common factors influencing segregation levels in all five countries: notably the size of the group being considered as a percentage of the urban total, but also urban size and urban ethnic diversity, plus country-specific variations that cannot be attributed to these generic factors. In general there is less segregation in Australia and New Zealand than in the other three countries.
New records of marine fishes from the Azores

Five new records of fishes from the Azores are reported: Cookeolus japonicus. Parophidicn vassali, Scorpaenodes arenai. Canthigaster rostrata. and Antennarius senegalensis. The scorpaenid fish Scorpaenodes arenai Torchio. 1962. previously known only from the Strait of Messina. is redescribed. based on examination of 6 specimens from the Azores and one of the paratypes. The occurrence of Zenopsis conchifer. Elagatis bipinnulata. Lepidocybiutn flavobrunneurn, Acarzrhocybium solandri, Stephanolepis hispidus, and Chaunax pictus in Azorian waters is confirmed.
Seven Steps to a Quantum-Resistant Cipher

All cryptography currently in use is vulnerable and will become obsolete once quantum computing becomes available. Continuing the current path seeking for more and more complex algorithms cannot guarantee neither secrecy nor unbreakability. Increasing the complexity while it keeps being vulnerable does not seem to be the right approach. Thinking outside the box is not enough. We need to start looking from a different perspective for a different path to ensure data privacy and secrecy. In this paper, we share advances in searching for perfect secrecy instead of complexity and we try to light a path to a whole new quantum-resistant
BORON TOXICITY IN BARLEY: PROSPECTS FOR DELIVERING A YIELD ADVANTAGE

established that it is essential for the growth of higher plants (Aghulon 1910). Boron can be phytotoxic if present in soils at high concentrations and has been recognised as a production constraint in regions of southern Australia, West Asia and North Africa. The genetic basis of tolerance to boron toxicity has been examined in a mapping population derived from Sahara 3771 and Clipper (Jefferies et al 1999). This study identified four significant QTL involved in aspects of boron tolerance. A region on chromosome 2H was associated with leaf symptom expression, a 3H QTL influenced root growth suppression by boron toxicity, a region on 6H was associated with the level of boron uptake, and a region on 4H influenced boron uptake, root growth response, dry matter production, and leaf symptom expression. A backcross population was developed to validate the effect of the Sahara QTL (Jefferies et al 2000). A boron tolerant individual from the Clipper x Sahara population was backcrossed through two cycles of combined phenotypic and marker assisted selection to the recurrent parent Sloop. 450 BC2F2 plants were screened with RFLP markers linked to the chromosome 2H and 4H QTL, and 68 individuals homozygous for either Sloop or Sahara alleles at these loci were selected for field experiments. These lines were grown in boron toxic soils at Minnipa, South Australia, in 1998 and 1999. Significant boron toxicity symptoms were observed in the trials, and Sahara marker alleles at the 2H and 4H loci were associated with reduced leaf symptoms. However, the chromosome 4H locus was associated with a modest yield and grainsize increase in 1999 only, and the 2H locus was only associated with improved grainsize in 1998 (Jefferies et al 2000). This paper presents results of studies aimed at further characterising yield responses associated with Sahara derived boron tolerance alleles, and examining the basis for potential yield penalties associated with these loci. The backcross lines were evaluated in further field trials that included analysis of rooting depth and water use in the soil profile. The sizes of introgression segments derived from Sahara were determined in this germplasm, highlighting linkage problems that potentially confound any yield advantage. Recent advances in our understanding of the mechanisms of boron toxicity tolerance are considered in relation to the genetic control of the trait. A novel method of selecting for boron tolerance is presented and discussed in the context of developing breeding strategies to maximise recombination.
A natural solution to the gravitino overabundance problem

We revisit the gravitino generation from the MSSM thermal plasma taking into account the global U(1) R-symmetry that generically characterizes the supersymmetry breaking sectors. In the reheated early universe the thermal effects tend to restore the R-symmetry. An R-symmetric phase suppresses the gaugino masses and hence the production of the helicity 1=2 gravitino component from the MSSM sector. We show that the gravitino yield from the MSSM is dominated by the temperature that the R-symmetry breaking takes place and not by the reheating temperature of the universe.
Identification of online consumer review attributes and the associated route of information processing

The number of means to communication have immensely exploded since the internet and Web 2.0 became available. In contrast to the past, consumers are no longer limited to time and geographical boundaries. Now, experiences and opinions about products and services can be freely exchanged across time and space. Sharing this information can help others to collect the necessary information needed for a product choice. However, literature has remain silent on the attributes that consumers deploy to navigate through their information seeking processes. Therefore, in this paper we conduct a systematic literature review and develop a framework that includes two routes of information processing including the attributes for each route. In addition, we develop a questionnaire with multiple items related to these attributes and routes to be of use for future research.
Systematic literature review on product-system services using bibliometric analysis : main journals

Companies from different industrial sectors have started offering solutions that add services to products aiming to enhance their market position. In this sense, the purpose of this paper is to carry out a systematic literature review on product-system services (PSS) by using the bibliometric analysis. PSS is being considered as a competitive opportunity for companies; it seeks to reduce the consumption of products through its use and provision of services. Deliverables from this literature research are main publications and journals, an author citation analysis, and a preliminary taxonomy to construct a theoretical map. Through this systematic literature review, a number of publications on PSS were identified in the period from 2006 to 2011. The amount of articles and the related terminology have evolved over the years with publications in different academic journals. Business models such as PSS have faced problems related to terminology and there is certain lack of consensus among academics and practitioners. This would facilitate the knowledge exchange among stakeholders as well as readers’ understanding. Although there are business models on PSS, they usually emphasize the economic aspect; therefore, environmental and social aspects should be considered in future studies.
An Experimental Study to Evaluate the Anti-inflammatory and Immunmodulatory Effects of UNIM-352, a Polyherbal Preparation for Bronchial asthma

This study was conducted to assess the possible anti-inflammatory and immuno-modulatory effects of UNIM-352, a polyherbal Unani preparation, which was used for bronchial asthma in traditional system of medicine. In KLH immunized rats, UNIM-352 (200 mg/kg and 400 mg/kg, orally for 14 days) attenuated the levels of the proinflammatory cytokines, TNF-α and IL-1β, and the Th2 cell derived cytokine, IL-4, in blood and BAL fluids, as compared to vehicle controls. Studies with acute anaphylaxis revealed that UNIM-352 prevented, antigen challenge induced mast cell degranulation in a dose related manner and reduced anaphylactic mortality. At both dose levels, UNIM-352 was able to significantly inhibit the serum IgE levels when compared to vehicle treated control group. All these effects were comparable to prednisolone that was used as reference standard for the experiment. In studies for cell mediated immunity, UNIM-352, at the dose level studied, did not have any appreciable influence on the DTH assay as measured by change in footpad thickness in immunized and challenged rats. These results indicated that UNIM-352 might have anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties that may be contributing to its beneficial effects in bronchial asthma.
BETWEEN BROADCASTING POLITICAL MESSAGES AND INTERACTING WITH VOTERS

Politicians across Western democracies are increasingly adopting and experimenting with Twitter, particularly during election time. The purpose of this article is to investigate how candidates are using it during an election campaign. The aim is to create a typology of the various ways in which candidates behaved on Twitter. Our research, which included a content analysis of tweets (n = 26,282) from all twittering Conservative, Labour and Liberal Democrat candidates (n = 416) during the 2010 UK General Election campaign, focused on four aspects of tweets: type, interaction, function and topic. By examining candidates' twittering behaviour, the authors show that British politicians mainly used Twitter as a unidirectional form of communication. However, there were a group of candidates who used it to interact with voters by, for example, mobilizing, helping and consulting them, thus tapping into the potential Twitter offers for facilitating a closer relationship with citizens.
A Filter-Based Dynamic Resource Management Framework for Virtualized Data Centers

Data centers adapt their operation to changing run-time conditions using energy-aware and SLA-compliant resource management techniques. In this context, current paper presents a novel filter-based dynamic resource management framework for virtualized data centers. By choosing and combining properly software filters performing the scheduling and resource management operations, the framework may be used in what-if analysis. The framework is evaluated by simulation for deploying batch best-effort jobs with time-varying CPU requirements.
Investigation of mixed mode - I/II fracture problems - Part 1: computational and experimental analyses

In this study, to investigate and understand the nature of fracture behavior properly under in-plane mixed mode (Mode-I/II) loading, three-dimensional fracture analyses and experiments of compact tension shear (CTS) specimen are performed under different mixed mode loading conditions. Al 7075-T651 aluminum machined from rolled plates in the L-T rolling direction (crack plane is perpendicular to the rolling direction) is used in this study. Results from finite element analyses and fracture loads, crack deflection angles obtained from the experiments are presented. To simulate the real conditions in the experiments, contacts are defined between the contact surfaces of the loading devices, specimen and loading pins. Modeling, meshing and the solution of the problem involving the whole assembly, i.e., loading devices, pins and the specimen, with contact mechanics are performed using ANSYSTM. Then, CTS specimen is analyzed separately using a submodeling approach, in which three-dimensional enriched finite elements are used in FRAC3D solver to calculate the resulting stress intensity factors along the crack front. Having performed the detailed computational and experimental studies on the CTS specimen, a new specimen type together with its loading device is also proposed that has smaller dimensions compared to the regular CTS specimen. Experimental results for the new specimen are also presented.
GIST: A Case Report with Historical Review and Recent Approach to Management

Case Report: A 57 year female presented with complaints of pain abdomen with haematemesis off and on for one month and with loss of appetite and weakness for one week. She had no other comorbid illness. On examination she was average built, normal vitals and normal abdominal examination with minimal pallor. An ultrasound of abdomen was done which was reported normal. She then underwent upper gastrointestinal endoscopy in which a large cauliflower like growth was seen to arise from the fundus of stomach. Multiple endoscopic biopsies were taken and sent for histopathological examination which was reported as GIST with low malignant potential. A CT scan was done which showed growth in fundus of stomach and other intra- abdominal organs were reported to be normal. Patient underwent exploratory laparotomy with wide local excision of the gastric area having the tumour. On laparotomy, a fleshy mass was palpated in proximal stomach and rest of the intra-abdominal organs were found to be normal. Wide local excision of the gastric growth which was 6.5x6. 5x4.5 cm (T3 according to TNM classification)was done taking approximately 2 cm margin of the normal stomach with view to have a R0 resection , and then the stomach repaired in two layers with a Ryle’s tube in situ. The Ryle’s tube was removed on the 8 th Post-operative day and patient started taking orally and was discharged. The Histopathology reported malignant GIST with mitotic activity 2-3/ HPF and resected margins free of tumour. Immunohistochemistry showed CD117 positive tumour. Hence, the tumour was a high risk tumour with UICC stage IB (T3 and 23mitosis/ HPF of gastric GIST). Patient was started on Imatinib mesylate 400mg/day orally. Patient underwent UGIE and CT scan abdomen at 6 month interval twice, and both were found to be normal on both occasions. The patient is still on imatinib and is being monitored with CT scan abdomen and pelvis at 6 month interval.
Power in large buyer–small supplier relationships in sustainable supply chains

This study adopts a power perspective to explore sustainable supply chain relationships and specifically uses Resource Dependence Theory (RDT) to critically analyse buyer-supplier relationships. In addition, further empirical evidence is provided extending the RDT model in this context. The concept of buyer-supplier power is explored through a qualitative study of a multinational FMCG company and agricultural growers, in the UK food industry, who work together to implement sustainable practices. The study highlights that dependence is relevant to understanding compliance in sustainable supply chains. We also show how power influences players and the sharing of sustainability-related risks and value. From a managerial perspective, the study contributes to developing a better understanding of what constitute more effective ways to manage imbalanced buyer-supplier relationships to achieve sustainability goals.
UTILIZATION OF CALCIUM SULFIDE DERIVED FROM WASTE GYPSUM BOARD FOR METAL-CONTAINING WASTEWATER TREATMENT

To achieve recycling of waste gypsum boards (CaSO4), production of calcium sulfide by reductive decomposition of CaSO4 was investigated and the decomposition product of CaS was used as a sulfuration agent in the treatment of nickel-containing simulated wastewater. At the end of the experiment, residual nickel concentration and filtration characteristics of the slurry formed by adding CaS to the nickel-containing wastewater were investigated. Regarding the reductive decomposition of CaSO4, it was found that CaS could be effectively generated by CaSO4 reductive decomposition with graphite and the CaS content in the final product was greater than 80% when the reductive decomposition was carried out for one hour at a temperature of 1273 K, under N2 atmosphere. Then, in the sulfuration treatment of nickel-containing wastewater with CaS, the applicability of CaS as a sulfuration agent was confirmed and the nickel concentration in the simulated wastewater was reduced from 100 mg-Ni l -1 to a value below 1.0 mg l -1 , when the CaS was added to the simulated wastewater at CaS to Ni molar ratio of 1.3. Moreover, sulfide slurry obtained by adding CaS was characterized by lower average specific filtration resistance and compressibility coefficient, compared to hydroxide slurry formed by the conventional precipitation treatment.
Bone Metastases in Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma: Now We Know That Cabozantinib Targets Bone Microenvironment

The multiple tyrosine kinases inhibitor cabozantinib has shown improvements in progression-free survival (PFS), overall survival (OS) and objective response rate (ORR) in comparison to everolimus in patients with metastatic renal cell carcinoma (mRCC) in the METEOR trial, a phase III, randomized, open-label trial [1,2], leading to its approval in mRCC patients previously treated with antiangiogenic agents.
The metamorphic sole of New Caledonia ophiolite: 40Ar/39Ar, U‐Pb, and geochemical evidence for subduction inception at a spreading ridge

Amphibolite lenses that locally crop out below the serpentinite sole at the base of the ophiolite of New Caledonia (termed Peridotite Nappe) recrystallized in the high‐temperature amphibolite facies and thus sharply contrast with blueschists and eclogites of the Eocene metamorphic complex. Amphibolites mostly display the geochemical features of MORB with a slight Nb depletion and thus are similar to the youngest (Late Paleocene–Eocene) BABB components of the allochthonous Poya Terrane. Thermochronological data from hornblende (40Ar/39Ar), zircon, and sphene (U‐Pb) suggest that these mafic rocks recrystallized at ∼56 Ma. Using various geothermobarometers provides a rough estimate of peak recrystallization conditions of ∼0.5 GPa at ∼800–950°C. The thermal gradient inferred from the metamorphic assemblage (∼60°C km−1), geometrical relationships, and geochemical similarity suggest that these mafic rocks belong to the oceanic crust of the lower plate of the subduction/obduction system and recrystallized when they subducted below young and hot oceanic lithosphere. They were detached from the down‐going plate and finally thrust onto unmetamorphosed Poya Terrane basalts. This and the occurrence of slab melts at ∼53 Ma suggest that subduction inception occurred at or near to the spreading ridge of the South Loyalty Basin at ∼56 Ma.
Case Study: Improving Population and Individual Health Through Health System Transformation in Washington State

Perspectives | Expert Voices in Health & Health Care The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation awarded the Nemours Foundation a 1-year grant to explore and promote the use of existing Medicaid authority to support prevention. The initiatives described in the companion documents are intended to sustain approaches that link the clinic to community prevention efforts addressing chronic disease, including childhood obesity. This case study is part of a practical resource that will include two additional case studies, a roadmap and other tools for states, and a white paper. Together, these resources bring to light how states have successfully created sustainable financing through Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program for preventing chronic diseases at both the individual and population levels. The toolkit can help states get started or continue their prevention efforts. These additional documents can be found at http://movinghealthcareupstream.org/ innovations/pathways-through-medicaid-to-prevention.