Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Selenium-Enriched Yeast Alleviates Oxidative Stress-Induced Intestinal Mucosa Disruption in Weaned Pigs

To explore the effect of selenium-enriched yeast (SeY) on intestinal barrier functions in weaned pigs upon oxidative stress, a 2 × 2 factorial design was utilized and thirty-two pigs were randomly assigned into four groups. Pigs with or without exposure to oxidative stress (diquat challenge) were fed with a basal diet or a SeY-containing diet. The trial lasted for 21 days, and result showed that SeY supplementation attenuated body-weight reduction and significantly decreased the serum concentrations of diamine oxidase (DAO) and D-lactic acid in pigs upon diquat challenge (P < 0.05). Diquat challenge decreased the villus height and the ratio of villus height to crypt depth (V/C) in the jejunum and ileum (P < 0.05). However, SeY supplementation not only elevated the villus height and the ratio of V/C (P < 0.05) but also improved the distribution and abundance of tight-junction protein ZO-1 in the jejunum epithelium. Interestingly, SeY supplementation acutely decreased the total apoptosis rate of intestinal epithelial cells in pigs upon diquat challenge (P < 0.05). Moreover, SeY elevated the content of antioxidant molecules such as glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) and catalase (CAT) but significantly decreased the content of malondialdehyde (MDA) in the intestinal mucosa (P < 0.05). Importantly, SeY elevated the expression levels of critical functional genes such as the nuclear factor erythroid-2-related factor 2 (Nrf2), heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1), sodium/glucose cotransporter 1 (SGLT1), and B-cell lymphoma-2 (BCL-2) in the intestinal mucosa upon diquat challenge (P < 0.05). Moreover, the expression of caspase-3 was downregulated by SeY in the duodenum and jejunum mucosa (P < 0.05). These results indicated that SeY attenuated oxidative stress-induced intestinal mucosa disruption, which was associated with elevated mucosal antioxidative capacity and improved intestinal barrier functions.
THE EFFECT OF THERMOCYCLING AND MECHANICAL LOADING ON THE FRACTURE RESISTANCE OF ALL-CERAMIC AND HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYMERS FIXED PARTIAL DENTURES

Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the fracture resistance of the heat pressed ceramic (IPS e-max press) and the high performance polymers BioHPP anterior FPDs.Materials and Methods A total number of 96 sound freshly extracted maxillary central incisors and canines were used in this study. The teeth were used to prepare a total of 48 three units FPD tested specimens. Specimens were used to test the fracture resistance of the materials under investigation without and after thermocycling and mechanical loading.Results : The fracture load values of the IPS e-max specimens without TCML were ranged from 271.7 N to 206.01 N. While, after TCML the values were ranged from 171.6 N to 191.2 N. The fracture load values of the BioHPP specimens without TCML were ranged from 789.7 N to 665.1 N. While, after TCML the values were between 789.7 N and 615.4 N.Conclusion: IPS e-max press FPDs had a lower fracture resistance than the BioHPP FPDs before and after TCML. The TCML decreased the resistance to fracture of both materials.
Field test of an active flap system on a full scale wind turbine

Abstract. This article describes a series of validation tests of an active flap system (AFS) on a multi-MW wind turbine. A single blade of a 4 MW turbine with 130 m rotor diameter (SWT-4.0-130) is retrofitted in the outer 15–20 m with the AFS. The AFS is controlled remotely with a pneumatic pressure supply system located in the hub of the turbine. The measurements are performed between October 2017 and June 2019 using two different AFS configurations on the blade. A description of the system setup is given, as well as comparisons of measurements and aeroelastic simulations. The measurements quantify the static load control authority of the AFS in atmospheric conditions, providing a preliminary estimate of load impact potential for the concept. The article presents furthermore a new method for the characterization of the load impact of the system and its dynamic response based on a blade-to-blade load comparison.
TOURISM CLUSTER IN THE SAILING OPERATIONS OF SMALL SEAPORTS IN POLAND

Despite an improvement in sailing conditions, the potential of Polish small seaports is not fully used. The limitations in the supply of sailing services, resulting from fragmentation and the reluctance of local tourism enterprises to cooperate are one of the main causes of such situation. The article uses methods of literature review, comparative analysis, and in-depth interview. A maritime cluster in Barcelona, whose creation ensured additional benefits for tourism enterprises, was selected for comparison. The condition for the success of the initiative was the involvement of public authorities in the organization and operation of the cluster. The increase in attractiveness of the Polish tourism sector should be sought in expanding the scope and quality of provided services. The first of the mentioned goals will require establishing close cooperation between tourist enterprises, while the latter entails competitive struggle. The cluster concept creates the possibility of simultaneous cooperation and competition. Creating a sailing cluster shall require support from public authorities.
AN EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS FOR THE PERCEPTIONS OF AMMAN STOCK EXCHANGE’S INVESTORS

Research problem: Although the economy of Jordan witnessed dramatic volatilities and fundamental variables including market-to-book value ratio and interest rate are located at the middle of these variations; there is a lack in literature regarding the impacts of market fundamentals and dividends policies in investors’ perceptions, as captured by the performance of Amman stock exchange. Research objectives: Thus, due to the power of these variables to impact investment decisions, this research aimed at scrutinizing the long and short-run causalities, which are running from market fundamentals, dividends policies, and the 2008/11 financial crisis towards investors’ perceptions. Research methodology: To accomplish the core aim of this research, empirical techniques like Augmented Dickey Fuller, Johansen Co-integration, the single equation of the error correction model “ECM” and the Wald test are mainly utilized to analyze a time series data set covering the period Jan/1990–Dec/2017. Results and future recommendations: Consequently, results from ECM confirmed that the study’s variables are not integrated over the long-run. Alternatively, findings from the Wald test approved that investors’ perceptions as captured by the market’s performance are statistically related to market fundamentals, dividends policies and the recent financial crisis. Therefore, the study concluded that ASE’s investors adopt the view of Gordon (1962) and Lintner (1962) during the short-run. However, the study recommends further researchers to follow the study’s models to investigate the other variables, which are impacting investors’ perceptions, as well as examining the impact of financial crises in the decisions of dividends’ policies.
Prevalence and management of Solenopsis invicta in China

Red imported fire ant, Solenopsis invicta, was first found in Taiwan province of China in 2003. To prevent transboundary expansion, the Chinese government has formulated various control strategies in the last 15 years to slow down the spread of S. invicta. Despite all efforts, S. invicta invasion has reached more than 390 counties of 13 provinces and two special administrative regions in China; at present, S. invicta remains at the stage of rapid expansion. The transnational entry of S. invicta is linked to imported logs and wastepaper coming mostly from the United States. In domestic settings, long-distance expansion of S. invicta relied on potted plant and turf transportation. Both monogyne and polygyne social forms of S. invicta were present in China with polygyne colonies as the dominant one. Data on population and breeding dynamics of S. invicta reveal the presence of two peaks annually with nuptial flights occurring throughout the year. Arthropods, plant seeds, and honeydew are important food sources of S. invicta, thereby causing negative impacts on the abundance, diversity, and richness of native arthropod communities. Fire ants are threats not only to agriculture and power facilities, but also to human health, with more than 30% of people having suffered from the sting and 10% having experienced an allergic reaction. To address the expansion of S. invicta, the National Fire Ant Detection and Management Union was established and the formulation and implementation of management policies were drawn. Plant quarantine becomes an essential step in fire ant management, whereas the two-step method of combing toxic baits and contact dust emerges as the forefront method crucial in managing S. invicta. The experience and lessons learned from fire ant management in China could benefit other countries when facing similar challenges.
Current Tendencies of Improving the Russian Banking System

Considering the stability and reliability of the banking system as a factor in the successful development of economic processes, the authors analyze the current trends in the recovery of the Russian banking sector and the prospects for its development. Analyzing the key financial indicators of the banking sector for the period 2016-2018, the authors identify the main reasons for reorganization of the Russian banking sector, classifying banks by types of banking risks. The authors provide statistical data on measures taken to improve the Russian banking sector by the Deposit Insurance Agency in 2008-2017 and also the data regarding overall dynamics of reducing the number of banks and license revocation in 2012-2018. Forecasting further reduction in the Russian banking sector in 2019 and following years, the authors distinguish three categories of banks that have the saddest prospects: 1) banks that have increased risks associated with compliance with the law on countering laundering of funds received from crime; 2) banks conducting high-risk lending policies, the loan portfolio of which is represented by knowingly non-performing loans; 3) banks that will voluntarily surrender a license due to the lack of prospects for business development. The authors note that it is becoming more difficult for medium and small banks to compete in the traditional segments of the banking market against the background of consolidation of the banking sector, so the number of licenses voluntarily surrendered is likely to grow. A smallscale banking business does not withstand rising costs and is forced to leave the market. In order to continue their activities and not to be reorganized, small banks will have to merge with other market players, or offer a new viable product on the banking market. The main role in mergers and acquisitions will be played by regional banks with a strong brand, a stable client base and an extensive office network. The beneficiaries of reducing the number of players in the market will be mainly banks with state participation, and to a lesser extent large private banks.
Egyptian J. Nutrition and Feeds (2018), 21 (2): 355-364 Issued by The Egyptian Society of Nutrition and Feed IMPACT OF INCORPORATING GARLIC OR CUMIN POWDER IN LAMBS RATION ON NUTRIENTS DIGESTIBILITY, BLOOD CONSTITUENTS AND GROWTH PERFORMANCE

his study was designed to investigate the effect of garlic powder (GAP) or cumin powder (CUP) supplementation in growing lambs ration on nutrients digestibility, rumen liquor parameters, blood constituents and growth performance,. Eighteen of growing Barki lambs (averaged 5-6 months of age and weighted 27.5 ± 0.90 kg) were divided into three equal groups (6 animals each) in a feeding trial lasted 100 days. Animals were fed on basal diet (control) or supplemented with 2% GAP (T1) or CUP (T2) of the concentrate feed mixture. The results showed that apparent digestibility of all nutrients and nutritive values as total digestible nutrients (TDN) and digestible crude protein (DCP) were significantly (P<0.05) higher for lambs fed rations of GAP or CUP compared with those fed the control ration. Ruminal ammonia nitrogen (NH3-N) was increased (P<0.05) for lambs fed rations GAP or CUP compared with those fed the control, however ruminal pH and TVFA‟s were comparable among the experimental treatments. The values of N balances and dietary N utilization were increased (P<0.05) for lambs fed GAP supplemented ration compared with those fed control or CUP-supplemented diet. Meanwhile Average daily gain and feed conversion were higher (P<0.05) for lambs fed GAP or CUP than those fed control ration. Dry matter intake was comparable among the experimental treatments. There were no significant differences in plasma albumin and cholesterol concentrations among treatments, while plasma concentrations of total protein, globulin and total antioxidant capacity were higher (P<0.05) for lambs fed GAP or CUP than those fed control ration. Plasma triglycerides concentrations was higher (P<0.05) for lambs fed CUP than those fed GAP or control. Plasma malonaldhyed (MDA) was decreased (P<0.05) for lambs fed rations of GAP or CUP than those fed control ration. There was a decrease (P<0.05) in plasma concentrations of HDL with feeding CUP ration and levels of LDL with feeding GAP compared to feeding the control ration. This study showed that dietary supplementation of either garlic or cumin powder at 2 % significantly improved nutrients digestibility and growth performance in growing lambs, without any adverse effect on rumen fermentation.
HOW DOES IT-BASED SERVICE DEGRADATION INFLUENCE CONSUMERS’ USE OF SERVICES? AN IT-BASED SERVICE DEGRADATION DECISION THEORY

Information Technology (IT) is crucial for modern services. Service delivery may include a complex mix of IT and telecommunication providers, global networks and customers' IT devices. This research focuses on service failures that are caused by IT problems, which we conceptualize as IT-based service degradation (ITSD). When ITSD occurs in a modern service the IT problem may originate from the service provider, another partner or any IT equipment involved. But the customer may not be able pinpoint the source of the problem immediately. We argue that existing research can only partially explain customers' behavior following ITSD; current research cannot account for the way in which IT characteristics in ITSD influence customers' decisions to continue using or reject the service. To fulfil this gap, we interviewed IT-based services' customers. Our interviews suggest that the reasons affecting customers' behavior may change and have differing importance during the ITSD experience. We theorized the ITSD experience into five stages: blaming, bypassing, tolerating, abandoning and overcoming. The first two stages contain stage specific factors influencing the progression of service usage and the final three stages contain stage specific factors that matter in the decision to use or quit the service. As a new contribution, we propose a stage theory for explaining customers' behavior following ITSD. Our results outline new research directions in ITSD, including further testing and refinement of our proposed theory in the case of different services. For service providers, our findings provide new information for improving service recovery strategies to keep customers engaged.
A Simple Fluorescent Chemosensor for Detection of Zinc Ions in Some Real Samples and Intracellular Imaging in Living Cells

A new designed fluorescent chemosensor TYMN ((E)-1-((thiazol-2-ylimino)methyl) naphthalen-2-ol) for highly sensitive and selective tracing of trace amount of Zn ions in some real samples was synthesized and characterized. The sensor TYMN can detect Zn ions via fluorescence enhancement with a high selectivity over a wide range of metal ions, especially Cd. The sensor showed large fluorescence enhancement upon complexation with Zn and simultaneous color change from yellow to orange. The limit of detection was analyzed to be 0.0311 μM with a linear dynamic range 0.1-1.0 μM. The sensor could work in a pH span of 5.0-8.0. Based on the physicochemical and analytical methods like electrospray ionization (ESI)-mass, Job plot, H nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and theoretical calculations, the detection mechanism for Zn was explained based on restriction of internal charge transfer (ICT) mechanism. TYMN sensor was potentially utilized for Zn ions concentration evaluation in some real samples. Fluorescence microscopy experiments revealed that probe TYMN may have application as a fluorophore to detect the Zn in living cells.
Deep Learning-Based Dengue Cases Forecasting with Synthetic Data

Dengue fever is a viral disease transmitted to humans mainly by the Aedes aegypti mosquito acting as a vector, with greater incidence in urban areas. Worldwide, an estimation indicates that in tropical and sub-tropical countries, approximately 975 million people living in urban areas are at risk of infection. It is estimated that more than 50 million infections occur each year, including 500,000 hospitalizations for dengue hemorrhagic fever [2]. Over the last decade, there has been a dramatic increase in dengue infections in South American countries such as Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay2 , Peru, Venezuela and Brazil. It is also known that dengue has an endemic characteristic, and this is why it is considered a public health problem in tropical and sub-tropical regions. [. ]
A new nomogram-based on large population to predict survival in patients with operable small intestinal and gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors

The present research was designed to develop a novel risk stratification nomogram to predict long term cancer-specific survival (CSS) in patients with operable small intestinal and gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs). SEER database was employed to retrieve eligible subjects with small intestinal and gastric GISTs from 2004 through 2015, who underwent radical surgery. Risk adjusted Cox proportional hazard regression analysis as well as propensity score matched (PSM) model were utilized to evaluate the prognostic value of involved variables, followed by nomogram construction to predict 3-, 5and 10-year CSS. Afterwards, the predictive accuracy of the nomogram was assessed by discrimination as well as calibration plots. We enrolled 2719 patients from the SEER database. The Cox regression model analysis showed that serosal invasion, older age (older than 62 years), marital status (widowed and never married), gender (male), mitotic count (> 5/50 HPF) grade, primary site (jejunum/ileum) as well as tumor size (> 5 cm) were independent risk factors for CSS in these subjects. Afterwards, these above variables were combined to construct nomograms. As a result, the C-index of the nomogram was 0.759, and calibration curves revealed the close correlation of nomograms-indicated CSS with actual outcome. This was the first study to construct nomograms in operable small intestinal and gastric GISTs, which could help to identify patients at high risk for intensive treatment or follow-up.
Towards A Quasi High Level Compiler Comparative and Attributive Model for OpenMP Programs

In order to understand the behavior of OpenMP programs, special tools and adaptive techniques are needed for performance analysis. However, these tools provide low level profile information at the assembly and functions boundaries via instrumentation at the binary or code level, which are very hard to interpret. Hence, this thesis proposes a new model for OpenMP enabled compilers that assesses the performance differences in well defined formulations by dividing OpenMP program conditions into four distinct states which account for all the possible cases that an OpenMP program can take. An improved version of the standard performance metrics is proposed: speedup, overhead and efficiency based on the model categorization that is state's aware. Moreover, an algorithmic approach to find patterns between OpenMP compilers is proposed which is verified along with the model formulations experimentally. Finally, the thesis reveals the mathematical model behind the optimum performance for any OpenMP program.
Governance and Financial Difficulties of Conventional Banks

This study examines the connection between governance, financial performance, and financial difficulties of 27 conventional private banks during the pe3riod of 2015-2018. In order to meet the accuracy of the model in the regression analysis, the Lagrange Multiplier test was previously performed so that the Fixed Effects model was chosen. The relationship of insider ownership with ROA tends to be in the shape of inversed-U and the relationship between institutional ownership and ROA is significantly positive. The relationship between ROA and financial difficulties is significantly negative. Older or established large scale banks tend to have high ROA. This happens because the greater the assets, the healthier the cash flow of the bank, so that the potential for return of asset is quite high and financial difficulties tend to be low or avoidable.
Temperature and humidity effects on behavior of grouts

Grouts compared to other material sources, could be highly sensitive to cold weather conditions, especially when the compressive strength is the matter of concern. Grout as one the substantial residential building material used in retaining walls, rebar fixation, sidewalks is in need of deeper investigation, especially in extreme weather condition. In this article, compressive strength development of four different commercial grouts at three temperatures and two humidity rates are evaluated. This experiment is aimed to assess the grout strength development over time and overall compressive strength when the material is cast at low temperatures. Results represent that reducing the curing temperature about 15 degrees could result in 20% reduction in ultimate strength; however, decreasing the humidity percentage by 50% could lead to 10% reduction in ultimate strength. The maturity test results represented the effect of various temperatures and humidity rates on maturity of the grouts. Additionally, the freeze-thaw cycle\'s effect on the grouts is conducted to investigate the durability factor. The results show that the lower temperatures could be significantly influential on the behavior of grouts compared to lower humidity rates. It is indicated that the maturity test could not be valid and precise in harsh temperature conditions.
Review of the biological aspects in the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone associated with compression

Background: Tissue remodeling requires protein degradation through a process directly dependent on metalloproteinases enzymes capable of degrading the majority of proteins in this system. This process is regulated by some enzyme inhibitors, and balance between enzyme and inhibitor activity is fundamental to tissue integrity and health. Bone resorption and formation, and the molecules involved in these processes, raise questions on possible differences in tissue behavior in the system. Histological studies of tissues surrounding teeth that have been subjected to such forces show the presence of tension (associated with bone formation) and compression, which induce bone resorption. The duration of load application is an important parameter in osteoclastogenesis. The present study aimed to analyze the biological aspects associated with in vitro compression of the PL and alveolar bone. To this end, we reviewed articles describing the biological events that occur in the PL and alveolar bone during load application on this system and the possible influence of culture medium on the expression of molecules involved in response to such an event.