Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Wet and Dry Nitrogen Depositions in the Pearl River Delta, South China: Observations at Three Typical Sites With an Emphasis on Water‐Soluble Organic Nitrogen

Inorganic nitrogen (N) deposition in China is among the highest in the world, yet organic N deposition in the country has not been well constrained. In this study, wet and dry depositions of both organic and inorganic N were observed for 2 years at three contrasting sites (urban‐rural‐forest) in the Pearl River Delta (PRD) region, South China. Determined annual total dissolved N (TDN) deposition rates were 39.8, 33.8, and 52.0 kg N ha−1 year−1 at the urban, rural, and forest sites, respectively. The contributions of NO3−‐N, NH4+‐N, and water‐soluble organic N (WSON) to total N deposition were 26.7–37.8%, 34.6–40.9%, and 26.1‐32.3%, respectively. Wet N deposition accounted for about 54–68% in total N deposition at the sites. It is worth noting that the deposition rates of WSON in the PRD were among the highest in developed regions in the world. In wet depositions, the concentrations and proportions of WSON were significantly higher during the harvest seasons, especially at the non‐urban sites, mainly due to enhanced biomass burning in the period. In dry deposition, the seasonal pattern of WSON was inconsistent with that of NO3−‐N or NH4+‐N. Biological/soil organic N might be the important sources of WSON in dry deposition. Our results suggest that WSON contributed significantly to atmospheric N deposition in the PRD and more attentions should be paid to the WSON to get a true picture of N depositions and its impacts on the ecosystem.
The Influence of Stent Geometry on Haemodynamics and Endothelialisation

Every year, millions of people worldwide undergo stent implantation to widen narrowed arteries or to redirect blood away from aneurysms. The rapid post-operative regrowth of a healthy endothelial layer, a key factor in stented artery repair, would reduce complications and improve quality of life for many patients. While this has long been a clinical or pharmaceutical issue, this project considers the role of local haemodynamics, specifically the effects of stent-modified wall shear stress on the endothelium. Endothelial cells have a strong mechanobiological response to wall shear stress magnitude, direction and time variance. To understand the impact of stent geometry on this response through altered fluid dynamics, a novel model vessel was developed for the deployment of a wide range of coronary and flow diverter stents in vitro. The model allowed the observation of both endothelial cell migration and, via particle tracking, disturbed flow within the stents. High-resolution micro-computed tomography scanning techniques replicated stent geometry in silico, enabling computational fluid dynamics simulations for the assessment of wall shear stress distribution. Coronary stents greatly influenced fluid flow. The orientation and distribution of tracked particle streamlines were transformed proximal to stents struts, which were also areas of reduced wall shear stress. These areas correlated with zones of reduced cell migration. Flow diverter stents had a lesser impact on observable particle flow; yet endothelial cell migration within them was completely arrested. This is likely due to their structure directing flow away from the wall and reducing shear stress to an even greater extent that coronary stents, over a more substantial area. Dissimilar cell migration between coronary and flow diverter stents is a point of possible significance as the two are treated alike with respect to post-operative care and medication. Continued analysis of various geometries may enable the efficacy of individual stent designs to be quantified or predicted. By applying this knowledge in the future, careful stent design could reduce their impact, or exert an intentional, active influence on endothelial cells, to optimise the healing process
A Comprehensive Review on Brain-Computer Interface Controlled Movements

A brain-computer interface (BCI), also referred to as a mind-machine interface (MMI) or a brain-machine interface (BMI), provides a non-muscular channel of communication between the human brain and a computer system. With the advancements in low-cost electronics and computer interface equipment, as well as the need to serve people suffering from disabilities of neuromuscular disorders, a new field of research has emerged by understanding different functions of the brain. The electroencephalogram (EEG) is an electrical activity generated by brain structures and recorded from the scalp surface through electrodes. Researchers primarily rely on EEG to characterize the brain activity, because it can be recorded noninvasively by using portable equipment. The EEG or the brain activity can be used in real time to control external devices via a complete BCI system. For these applications there is need of such machine learning application which can be efficiently applied on these EEG signals. The aim of this research is review different research work in the field of brain computer interface related to body parts movements.
ANALISIS FAKTOR RISIKO KOMPLIKASI KEHAMILAN TRIMESTER III

Mortality maternal is unacceptably high in worldwide. Women die caused pregnancy complications or childbirth about 303.000. The major complications that account for nearly 75% of all maternal death are severe bleeding, infections, pre eclampsia and eclampsia, complications from delivery, unsafe abortion. The purpose of this study to analyze risk factor of pregnancy complications in third trimester. Design of study was cross sectional and population was pregnant women of third trimester eho have pregnancy complication and no pregnancy complication. Data was collected by using questionnaire. Data analyzed by using chi square and binary logistic test. Result of bivariate test that occupation of mother (P value=0,014; RP=3,273; 95%CI 1,291-8,295), family income (P value=0,007; RP=3,747; 95%CI 1,476-9,515), family support (P value=0,042; RP=2,787; 95%CI 1,119-6,944), quality of attend antenatal care (P value=0,024; RP=3,067; 95%CI 1,225-7,681), quality of antenatal care (P value=0,006; RP=4,219; 95%CI 1,577-11,285) are significant increased risk of pregnancy complications. Multivariate shows that dominant risk factor are significant with pregnancy complications are occupation of mother, family income and husband support. Preventable to reducing prevalence of pregnancy complications with equalities in acces antenatal care services, improving quality of antenatal care and health education about sign of pregnancy complications Keywords: risk factor, complication of pregnancy, antenatal care, cross sectional
Dynamic physiological responses to the incremental shuttle walk test in adults

Introduction: Understanding the normal dynamic physiological responses to the incremental shuttle walk test might enhance the interpretation of walking performance in clinical settings. Objective: To assess dynamic physiological responses to the incremental shuttle walk test and its predictors in healthy adults. Methods: We assessed the simultaneous rates of changes of Δoxygen uptake/Δwalking velocity (ΔVO2/ΔWV), Δheart rate/Δoxygen uptake (ΔHR/ΔVO2), Δventilation/Δcarbon dioxide production (ΔVE/ΔVCO2), and Δtidal volume/Δlinearized ventilation (ΔVT/ΔlnVE) during the incremental shuttle walk test in 100 men and women older than 40 years. Fat and lean body masses (bioimpedance) were also evaluated. Results: We found that the dynamic relationships were not sex-dependent. Participants aged ≥ 70 presented declines in ΔVO2/ΔWV slope compared to those aged 40-49 (215 ± 69 vs. 288 ± 84 mL.min-1.km.h-1). Obese participants presented shallower slopes for ΔVO2/ΔWV (2.94 ± 0.90 vs. 3.84 ± 1.21 mL.min-1.kg-1.km.h-1) and ΔVT/ΔlnVE (0.57 ± 0.20 vs. 0.67 ± 0.26). We found negative influence of fat body mass on ΔVT/ΔlnVE (R2 = 0.20) and positive influence of lean body mass on ΔVO2/ΔWV (R2 = 0.31), ΔHR/ΔVO2 (R2 = 0.25), and ΔVT/ΔlnVE (R2 = 0.44). Conclusion: Dynamic relationships during walking were slightly influenced by age, but not sex-dependent. Body composition played an important role in these indices. Our results may provide better interpretation of walking performance in patients with chronic diseases.
PROGNOSTIC VALUE OF SERUM HIGH SENSITIVITY C-REACTIVE PROTEIN IN PATIENTS WITH PERIODONTITIS AND DIABETES MELLITUS TYPE 2 AFTER NON-SURGICAL PERIODONTAL TREATMENT

Objectives: Our aim in the current study is to evaluate the level of high sensitivity C-reactive protein in serum of patients with periodontitis and type 2 diabetes before and after non-surgical periodontal treatment.Subjects and methods: 60 individuals in total with stage II grade A generalized periodontitis (n=20) and stage II grade B generalized periodontitis with type 2 diabetes (n=20) along with healthy control subjects (n=20) were enrolled in this study. Serum samples from all participants were obtained. Two serum samples, before & after non-surgical periodontal treatment, were gathered from patients with periodontitis and periodontitis with type 2 diabetes. Only one serum sample was collected from healthy controls. Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay technique (ELISA) was used to measure serum levels of high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP). Results: The highest concentration of serum hs-CRP was detected in patients with periodontitis & type 2 diabetes. This is followed by periodontitis group and then controls subjects. A statistical significant reduction in the hs-CRP serum levels after non-surgical periodontal treatment was detected in periodontitis with diabetes group while the periodontitis group showed similar reduction but without statistical significance. High diagnostic accuracy of serum hs-CRP was revealed by the Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve analysis, especially when comparing periodontitis patients, with or without diabetes, with the control.Conclusions: Serum hs-CRP could be utilized as a prognostic marker in patients with periodontitis and type 2 diabetes.
Locating the Intersections of Disability, Race and Ethnicity in Adoption Rates among Foster Children Introduction

Abstract The promotion of speedy, permanent adoption outcomes for children in foster care whose parental rights have been terminated is a central child welfare policy goal. However, while both children of color and children with disabilities are at greater risk for child welfare involvement, little is known about influence of these intersecting identities on adoption rates. This cross-sectional national study draws on the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and Reporting System (AFCARS) to explore the between and within group foster care outcomes of adoption. While we expected to see advantages in outcomes based on identification with privileged social identities, our findings were much more varied. Implications relate to the need for intersectional approaches to equity assessments of child welfare systems and practice.
Pervasive Desiccation of North American Lakes During the Late Quaternary

Sedimentary records of lake‐level fluctuations have long provided unambiguous evidence of past hydrologic changes. Here, we synthesize geomorphic and sedimentological evidence of late‐Quaternary lake‐level changes across North America and show that currently moist regions were commonly drier than today. Many lakes across humid or snow‐dominated areas of North America were lower than today or totally desiccated for prolonged periods but rose to their current levels following climate changes in recent millennia. Maps of 173 records show that hydroclimates responded to deglacial dynamics and orbital changes but that regional hydrology changed even under the modest forcing and temperature variability of the past 8,000 years. Submerged paleoshorelines, ubiquitous across humid regions, reveal that North America's ecosystems and critical zone existed in a drier‐than‐modern state for much of the Quaternary and that continental moisture gradients often differed from today. The hydrologic changes underscore the climatic risk to many societally critical water supplies.
Improvement in Power Transmission Efficiency for Cavity Resonance-Enabled Wireless Power Transfer by Utilizing Probes With Variable Reactance

We have proposed a cavity resonance-enabled wireless power transfer (CR WPT) as a power feeding method to sensor nodes that construct a wireless sensor network. The challenge of CR WPT is that the power transmission efficiency <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\eta $ </tex-math></inline-formula> between the power transmitter and the receiver is different for each receiving position because the electromagnetic-field distribution is not uniform inside the cavity. Consequently, the sensor node may not be driven on specific receiving positions. In this article, we propose a method to improve <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\eta $ </tex-math></inline-formula> of each receiving position by utilizing probes [reflection probes (RPs)] terminated with a variable reactance circuit with the purpose of driving sensor nodes at all receiving positions. After explaining the principle of the proposed method, the effect of the combination of insertion positions and number of RPs on <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\eta $ </tex-math></inline-formula> was confirmed. We used a combination that achieves the high <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\eta $ </tex-math></inline-formula> at each receiving position to confirm the sensor node driving state and <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\eta $ </tex-math></inline-formula>. As a result, the sensor node did not drive at the position where <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\eta $ </tex-math></inline-formula> was the lowest before inserting RPs; however, after insertion, we succeeded in driving the sensor node at all receiving positions. We also confirmed that <inline-formula> <tex-math notation="LaTeX">$\eta $ </tex-math></inline-formula> improved from 11.2% to 26.9% before and after inserting RPs at this position. From the earlier discussion, the usefulness of the RP was shown.
Caveolin-1 in renal disease

Renal disease is a major global public health issue that affects 10% of the general population with premature morbidity and mortality related to cardiovascular disease and infection. Interstitial fibrosis is a common hallmark of progressive kidney dysfunction. There remains a stubborn discrepancy in identifying which patients suffer adverse events because of their disease or resulting treatment. Investigation in patient genome variation may explain this discrepancy. Caveolin-1 is the essential structural protein for caveolae that are ubiquitously distributed in fibroblasts, endothelial and epithelial cells. They act as molecular chaperones for transcellular signaling such as degradation of the activated TGFβ-1 receptor. In this thesis, caveolin-1 single nucleotide polymorphism rs4730751 CC genotype is shown to be associated with a better outcome in renal patients for arterial stiffness, and reduced mortality from cardiovascular disease, infection, malignancy in ANCA associated vasculitis. By inducing renal models of fibrosis in caveolin-1 knockout mice, deletion of caveolin-1 leads to increased fibrosis. In conclusion, this polymorphism could be used as a marker of disease risk either in isolation or as part of a clinical risk score to counsel patients on the likely prognosis of their condition. Manipulation of caveolin-1 expression may be a therapeutic strategy in reducing renal fibrosis.
Faktor Risiko Kejadian Komplikasi Kardiovaskuler pada Pasien Diabetes Melitus (DM) Tipe 2

ABSTRAK Tujuan penelitian: mengetahui faktor risiko: usia, jenis kelamin, tekanan darah, konsumsi obat, cek kesehatan, dan diet terhadap kejadian komplikasi kardiovaskuler pada pasien Diabetes Melitus Tipe 2 di Puskesmas Sikumana Kota Kupang. Metode: Desain penelitian yang digunakan adalah analitik non eksperimen dengan rancangan case control. Sampel penelitian sebanyak 74 orang pasien DM tipe 2 yang terbagi dalam 37 orang sampel kasus dan 37 orang sampel kontrol. Data hasil penelitian dianalisis dengan menggunakan uji statistik regresi logistik dengan nilai signifikan α 1. Hasil: 51,4% responden kelompok kasus mengalami komplikasi vaskuler ke otak (stroke non hemoragik/ SNH), 37,8% mengalami komplikasi vaskuler ke jantung (coronaria artery diseases/CAD), 8,1% responden kelompok kasus mengalami komplikasi SNH+coronary artery disease (CAD), dan 2,7% mengalami Angina Pectoris. Faktor risiko komplikasi: usia (p=0,32, OR=0,19), jenis kelamin (p=0,14, OR=13,2), tekanan darah (p=0,034, OR=0,02), konsumsi obat (p=0,34, OR=43,9), kontrol kesehatan (p=0,43, OR=0,53), diet (p=0,009, OR=3,29). Kesimpulan: kejadian komplikasi kardio vaskuler pada pasien DM tipe 2 di Puskesmas Sikumana Kota Kupang dipengaruhi oleh tekanan darah yang tinggi dan diet yang kurang baik. Kata Kunci : DM tipe 2, komplikasi kardiovaskuler, faktor risiko Risk Factor for the Occurrence of Cardiovascular Complications in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Patients ABSTRACT Objective: the objective of the study is knowing risk factors: age, sex, blood pressure, drug consumption, health check, and diet for the occurrence of cardiovascular complications in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) patients at Puskesmas Sikumana Kota Kupang. Methods: The research design used was non-experimental analytic with case control design. The study sample was 74 type 2 DM patients divided into 37 case samples and 37 control samples. Data were analyzed using logistic regression statistical tests with significant values α 1. Results: The results showed 51.4% of case group respondents had vascular complications to the brain (non-haemorrhagic stroke/SNH), 37.8% having vascular complications to the heart (coronary artery diseases/CAD), 8.1% of case group respondents had SNH+CAD complications, and 2.7% had Angina Pectoris. Risk factors for complications; age (p=0.32, OR=0.19), sex (p=0.14, OR=13.2), blood pressure (p=0.034, OR=0.02), drug consumption (p=0.34, OR=43.9), health control (p=0.43, OR=0.53), diet (p=0.009, OR=3.29). Conclusion: the incidence of cardio vascular complications in type 2 DM patients at the Sikumana Public Health Center in Kupang City was influenced by blood pressure and poor diet. Keywords: DM type 2, cardiovascular complications, risk factors
Wilms Tumor: An Example Of Risk-Adapted and Well Tolerated Therapy

Wilms tumor (WT) is the most common malignant renal tumor in children. It can present with an abdominal mass and macroscopic hematuria. A 2 year old boy presented with acute onset of bilious vomiting and macroscopic hematuria. He was diagnosed with Stage 4 WT with lung metastasis and treated with risk-adapted therapy. Initial surgery was followed by risk based chemotherapy; lung radiation was needed and he currently remains in remission. Due to the recent advances in treatment based on risk stratification of WT, the overall survival for children diagnosed with WT has increased, but treatment of lung metastases can be challenging.
Desarrollo y evaluación de un prototipo de medición de color en vegetales frescos

espanolEl objetivo de este trabajo fue desarrollar y evaluar un prototipo de medicion de color de vegetales frescos como alternativa economica frente a los equipos y tecnicas comerciales. Se emplearon los sensores DHT11 para temperatura y TCS230-3200 para color, conectados a una tarjeta de adquisicion de datos (Arduino Nano). La transferencia de informacion a un ordenador se establecio con los programas PXL-DAQ y Microsoft Excel® 2013, y las mediciones se registraron en el modelo de color RGB para su conversion al sistema CIE L*a*b*. Se realizaron ensayos de comparacion de medidas sobre la carta de color PANTONE con el prototipo, y colorimetro CR-400 Konica Minolta, determinandose el error medio entre las medidas. Se encontro un error medio promedio de 15,57 % y 27,45 % en las mediciones registradas por el prototipo de color y el colorimetro, respectivamente, lo cual evidencio que el uso del prototipo es una alternativa tecnica apropiada de medicion de color en vegetales frescos. EnglishThe aim of this work was to develop and evaluate a color measurement prototype in fresh vegetables as an economic alternative to equipment and commercial techniques. The DHT11 temperature and TCS230-3200 color sensors were used connected to a data acquisition card (Arduino Nano). The information transfer to a computer was established with the PXL-DAQ and Microsoft Excel® 2013 software, and the measurements were recorded in RGB color model for its conversion to CIE L*a*b* system. Comparison tests of measurements were carried out on PANTONE color chart with the prototype and a Konica Minolta CR-400 colorimeter, determining the average error between measurements. An average error of 15,57% and 27,45% was found in the measurements registered by the color prototype and the colorimeter, respectively, which showed that the use of prototype is an appropriate alternative technique for measuring color in fresh vegetables.
Impact of the plant cover on patterns of European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) bed-sites distribution

Impact of the plant cover on patterns of European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus) bed-sites distribution. — A. Nykonenko. — Research on hoofed mammal species such as the roe deer is of great importance for scientific-based biodiversity conservation actions and population management. Animal ecology studies have fundamental significance for the development of protected areas. The roe deer is a convenient model object for studying population ecology of ungulates by revealing adaptations to the environment and determining the spatial structure of populations. The aim of the present work is to describe the ecological patterns of bed-site selection by the European roe deer in natural forest biotopes located in the Dnipro-Oril Nature Reserve, steppe zone of Ukraine. European roe deer bed-sites were counted during all three autumn months in 2017. Tree and shrub species within a radius of 3.6 m around a bed-site (n = 87) were determined. Duff depth and grass cover height around to the bed-sites were measured. The research was conducted in three different types of ecosystems: pine forest, oak forest, and locust plantations. Shrubs create visual protection of bedsites in oak forests, while in pine forests visual protection is provided by high grass. Roe deer select places for beds mostly at a distance of 1.5–3.0 m from trees and shrubs, although they may use sites for rest either closer to the plants (20–30 cm) or at a distance more than 3.5–5.0 m. The average distance to the nearest tree exceeds that to shrubs. Duff depth of 1.5–4.5 cm and grass height of 10–75 cm were found right around the bedsites. We noticed several signs of foraging near the bed-sites, but the tendency of separating places for feeding and rest was demonstrated. Selection of resting sites is influenced by a set of indices of trees and shrubs as well as by grass and other objects providing visual protection. At the same time, the roe deer are prone to have visual control over the surroundings from their bed-sites. The index of environmental protection is calculated as a distance on which the bed-site disappears in an observer’s field of view from all four cardinal directions. This index is 3.7 m on average and varies in different biotopes: 4.1 m in pine forest, 2.8 m in oak forest, and 3.6 m in locust plantations. Trees and shrubs have the best protection properties, while grass cover hides the bed-sites at greater distances. Biodiversity conservation managers should be aware of environmental characteristics required for the species’ existence. Studying habitat selection patterns of animals allows conservation and creation of favorable ecosystems.