Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Databases for collisional and radiative processes in small molecules needed for spectroscopy use in astrophysics

In this contribution we present a report on two atomic/molecular databases for collisional and radiative processes, BEAMDB and MolD, which are web services at the Serbian Virtual Observatory (SerVO) and nodes within the Virtual Atomic and Molecular Data Center (VAMDC). Within the BEAMDB there are mainly electron scattering cross section data, but having in mind the importance of spectroscopic data obtained by particle collisions, we also provide a number of electron energy loss spectra and threshold electron spectra. Electron loss spectroscopy with its complementarity to the photon absorption data, provides valuable information on the optically forbidden atomic and molecular transitions. The MolD database contains photodissociation cross sections for the individual ro-vibrational states of the diatomic molecular ions as well as corresponding data on molecular species and molecular state characterizations. The data can be used for further applications, e.g., for non-local thermal equilibrium modeling of early universe chemistry, modeling of the solar atmosphere, atmospheres of white dwarfs, etc.
Examining the Possible Effects of (mis)matches between EFL Teachers’ and Students’ Perceptions of L2 Writing Assessment on Students’ Writing Achievement Scores

The present mixed-methods study intended to explore Iranian EFL teachers’ and students’ perceptions of assessment of students’ written performance and the effect of any possible (mis)matches on students' achievement. To these aims, a convenient sample of teachers (N=5) and students (N=30) from different classes and institutes in Iran was recruited to participate in the study. In the first phase of the study, all of the participants, both teachers and students, were interviewed to determine their perceptions of writing assessment. In the next phase, students were asked to write about a topic and in the last phase, the writings were assessed and scored by both teachers and students. During this phase, teachers and students were asked to think aloud while assessing the writings. Results indicated that a) based on teachers’ perceptions, language, punctuation, content, organization, and communicative achievement are important factors in assessing a piece of writing, respectively. Also, teachers believed composition writing is the best activity to assess students' writing and the teachers should stick to their own perceptions while assessing writing and not use available rubrics. Moreover, all of them believed that scoring writing is always inaccurate and subjective; b) based on students’ perceptions, grammar and spelling are important factors in the assessment of a piece of writing, respectively. They also mentioned that the ability to write can be assessed through composition writing and their teachers should utilize their own perceptions rather than utilizing a standard rubric. In addition, most of them considered scoring writing to be always inaccurate and subjective; c) students' perceptions of writing assessment affected their writing scores. That is, based on their own perceptions of criteria for writing assessment, the students expected to receive higher scores than the ones given by their teachers.
Comments on the ecology of Jurassic theropod dinosaur Ceratosaurus (Dinosauria: Theropoda) with critical reevaluation for supposed semiaquatic lifestyle

Ceratosaurus is a genus of carnivorous theropod that is characterized by distinctive horns located midline of its nasal and above of its eyes. The type species of this genus, Ceratosaurus nasicornis , was described from a nearly complete articulated skeleton of the upper Jurassic Morrison Formation that is exposed in Colorado, USA (Marsh, 1884; Gilmore, 1920). Although it is known for a well-preserved skeleton, the taxon had been long remained as enigmatic as the skull was heavily distorted by taphonomic processes 1920) but subsequent discoveries including well-preserved specimens have greatly improved our understanding of anatomy of this genus Welles, 2000; Rauhut, 2003). Still, their remains are relatively rare in the Morrison Formation so the paleobiological research on this theropod not re-ceived the of Ceratosaurus been poorly understood. Morrison unusual carnivorous theropods the small-sized theropods of cat-sized troodontid Koparion , tetanuran Fosterovenator , puma-sized basal coelurosaurs Coelurus , Ornitholestes Tanycolagreus , leopard-sized basal tyrannosauroid Stokesosaurus , lion-sized , polar-bear Ceratosaurus giants Allosaurus , Saurophaganax carnivores divergent Ceratosaurus
Caracteres vegetativos y reproductivos de Bromelia serra (Bromeliaceae): Variaciones a distintas escalas espaciales y efectos del ambiente lumínico

Terrestrial bromeliads are common in neotropical forests, particularly in the understory of the Chaco woodlands, where there are dense patches of Bromelia serra growing under heterogeneous micro-environmental conditions. The light environment affects the allocation of biomass to different organs and, thus, plants that grow under different light conditions have different architecture. Furthermore, the allocation of biomass to reproductive structures is conditioned by plant size, as well as by environmental and genetic factors. To evaluate the effect of light environment on the vegetative and reproductive traits, four patches were selected from three sites separated by 500 m in the Cuna Boscosa Santafesina. At each patch, four plants were selected. Height, diameter, length and width of the longest leaf, the diameter of the infructescence, number of fruits, weight, and size of them were measured for each plant. In addition, a hemispheric photograph was taken to characterize the canopy opening. The General Linear Mixed Models showed that the proportion of variation explained by random factors (site and patches) is higher for vegetative than for reproductive traits. Most variation was recorded at the patch level for vegetative traits and at the site level for reproductive traits. The Structural Equation Modeling based on General Linear Mixed Models showed that the diameter of the infructescence was directly and indirectly affected by the light environment. The indirect effect was mediated by the smaller size of plants exposed to a larger opening canopy and by fewer and smaller fruits that resulted in smaller infructescences. These results highlight the indirect effects of light environment on reproductive traits. https://doi.org/10.25260/EA.19. 29.3. 0.826
Rough evolution equations: analysis and dynamics

In this thesis we consider Stochastic Evolution Equations driven by rough paths. The first aim is to show existence and uniqueness of mild solutions. Therefore, important basics on semigroup theory and on the theory of rough paths are introduced. Afterwards, we develop a solution theory based on heuristic considerations and use this to prove the existence of a global-in-time solution. Then, as leading example for the driving noise we consider a fractional Brownian motion which, can be lifted to a rough path, and analyze simple dynamic properties of the mild solution. We show that the solution generates a random dynamical system and investigate its long-time behavior under additional assumptions on the coefficients, i.e. we show local as well as global stability of the trivial solution.
Suitability of Neuroimaging in Diagnosis of Sleep, Fatigue, Perfusion and Metabolite Deficits after Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is defined by the Management of Concussion/mTBI Working Group as Normal appearance in imaging; a brief period of loss of consciousness (LOC) less than 30 minutes; post traumatic amnesia (PTA) for less than a day; and with Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) between 13-15. The injury is usually as a result of the head being struck by an object or undergo a whiplash motion. Consistent with the prevalence of Mild TBI, an estimation of 42M people worldwide and more than 1.2M in USA suffer from mTBI or concussion every year [1]. The exact damage it has on the brain is largely a mystery due to the lack of reliable diagnostic tools. Most patients with mTBI have impaired or absent cerebral autoregulation within 48 hours of injury [2], especially, sleep disorder, being one of the main complaints on the same day as mTBI [3]. Still neurocognitive deficits are reported
Knowledge about sport and exercise science

Purpose The purpose of this paper was to assess the knowledge on sport and exercise science held by a sample of Brazilian physiotherapists, nutritionists and physical educators. Design/methodology/approach A cross-sectional research design was used. The answers given by 1,147 professionals (300 physiotherapists, 705 physical educators and 142 nutritionists) who participated in a qualifying process for a specialization course on exercise physiology were analyzed. Questions were analyzed on maximal oxygen uptake (four questions), physical fitness assessment (three questions), physical training (two questions), bioenergetics (one question) and exercise in extreme environments (one question). Findings The results revealed misconceptions held by Brazilian health professionals on a number of concepts related to sport and exercise science, such as maximal oxygen uptake. Practical implications These results reinforce the need for continuing education programs to maximize the quality of the service provided by sport and exercise science professionals in Brazil. Improvements in the undergraduate courses curriculum are also recommended. Originality/value This is the first study to assess misconceptions about sport and exercise science among Brazilian health professionals.
14-3-3β paralog is inhibited by acetylation during differentiation to the osteogenic lineage

14-3-3 protein family binds and regulate hundred of serine/threonine phosphorylated proteins. Considered as redundant, ubiquitous and constantly expressed this protein family was treated as an accessory for many signaling systems. Here we studied the reversible inhibition by acetylation of its essential N-ε-lysine 49/51 residue during the osteogenic differentiation of human adipose-derived stem cells (ASC). We found that during the differentiation of ASC the levels of 14-3-3 acK49/51 increase showing that inhibition of 14-3-3 is necessary for this process. Among the 7 paralogs of this family, the inhibition by this posttranslational modification occurs mostly on the paralog β located specifically in the nucleus where 14-3-3 was described to binds to H3 histone and many transcription factors. Short hairpin RNA silencing of 14-3-3β gene but not 14-3-3γ increases significantly the osteogenic potential of the cells. These results show that specifically 14-3-3β is a negative regulator of osteogenesis and its inhibition by acetylation on lysine 51 is the cellular mechanism to regulate it.
Role of MRI in Evaluation of Traumatic Ankle Injuries

Background: MR imaging has become the diagnostic modality of choice for the evaluation of traumatic ligamentous, tendinous injures of the ankle and occult bony trauma. This article reviews the current applications of MR imaging for the evaluation of most of these lesions. Ankle sprains are considered the most common lower limb injuries (incidence between 5 - 7 per 1000 persons/year in Europe), affecting more frequently young athletes; the most common mechanism of injury is represented by inversion of the foot (less frequently eversion). Aim of the Work: The aim of the current study is to emphasize the value of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in evaluation of patients with ankle pain caused by traumatic injury. Patients and Methods: A descriptive study, conducted from March 2017 till June 2017. Sixty patients underwent MRI examination (patients with traumatic ankle pain) during this period. Twenty patients have normal MRI examination and not included in the study while forty patients have positive MRI findings. All patients were performed MRI in radiology department, Ain Shams University Hospital. The examination carried out after signing the informed consent by the patient himself or his guardian if the patient is incapacitated by any means. Results: According to the data collected from our study, we have 70 pathologies diagnosed by MRI after traumatic ankle injuries. - 17 (24.3%) of them were ligamentous injuries. - 16 (22.9%) were tendon injuries. - 14 (20%) were bone injuries [3 (21.43%) of them were fractures and 5 (35.71%) of them were osteochondral lesions and 6 (42.86%) of them were Bone contusions]. - 23 (32.8%) from the seventy pathology have joint effusion. Conclusion: MRI is modality of choice in evaluating ankle injuries due to its high soft tissue contrast resolution, and multi-planar capabilities. It provides a non-invasive tool for the diagnosis of Ankle injuries, which are often difficult to diagnose with alternative modalities. MRI is particularly advantageous for assessing soft tissue structures around the ankle such as tendons, ligaments, nerves, and fascia and for detecting occult bone injuries.
Organic Greenhouse Production: Towards an Agroecological Approach in the Framework of the New European Regulation—A Review

The next challenge of organic farming, according to many authors, is to overcome the horizon of a method of agricultural production towards a wider agroecological perspective whose main objective is to change the dominant agri-food system. In parallel with the discussion on the future of organic farming, in the European Union (EU), the more intensive systems of organic production in protected conditions have been the object of debate among the main actors of organic farming in the Member States (MS). The introduction of common measures for greenhouse production in the new European regulation on organic production represents the first important step in the implementation of more resilient cropping systems in protected conditions. This paper has the ambition of describing the evolution of the scientific and technical debate on organic greenhouse production in Europe over the last decade, and aims to show how the new regulation on organic farming has partially embedded some of the conclusions of the multi-actor discussion on the main production issues in protected conditions.
Recombinant human activated protein C, heparin and melagatran in umbilical cord versus adult plasma

Aim: We investigated the anticoagulant effects of recombinant human activated protein C (rhAPC), unfractionated heparin (UH) and melagatran (a new direct thrombin inhibitor [DTI]), when administered individually and in combinations of rhAPC with either UH or melagatran, in umbilical cord and adult plasma. rhAPC is a promising candidate treatment to improve the outcome of severe sepsis in neonates and adults; the DTI melagatran represents a potential advance in antithrombotic therapy. Methods: The anticoagulant efficacy of these drugs was measured using the standard coagulation assays activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) and prothrombin time (PT). Results: Administered individually, rhAPC, UH and melagatran dose‐dependently prolonged aPTT to a significantly greater extent in umbilical cord than in adult plasma. Melagatran alone, but not rhAPC or UH alone, dose‐dependently prolonged the PT in both umbilical cord and adult plasma. Combining rhAPC with either UH or melagatran significantly augmented aPTT prolongation in both umbilical cord and adult plasma.
Androgen deprivation therapy induced rise in leptin level can be reduced with metformin: Results from ADMET trial [published abstract]

Free to read on publisher website Objectives: Adipokines are adipocyte produced hormones that provide information regarding adipocyte quantity and activity. Within the context of ADMET trial, we assessed the impact of metformin on adipokine levels compared with placebo. We hypothesised that levels of adiponectin, leptin and the ratio of the two may provide important clinical information regarding such as the metabolic health of patients and as a potential predictor of cancer outcome. Methods: Men with newly diagnosed metastatic prostate cancer were consecutively randomized to metformin or placebo 3 months post initiation of ADT (Eligard™ (leuprolide) 45 mg with 4 weeks of bicalutamide). Total and high molecular weight (HMW) adiponectin and leptin levels were detected 6-weekly for 54 weeks. Adipokines were measured by Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) and statistical analysis performed using SPSS. Results: 45 patients were recruited into the clinical trial. At 3 months, there was an increase in HMW adiponectin (67 ± 9 vs. 81 ± 10 ng/mL, p = 0.025), total adiponectin (135 ± 17 vs. 176 ± 22 ng/mL, p < 0.001) and leptin levels (108 ± 16 vs. 161 ± 24 pg/mL, p = 0.003). With metformin, there was statistically significant decline in leptin levels from visit 5 to 7 (12–24 weeks after commencing metformin) in comparison to the placebo group. With both adiponectin types, there was a trend for increase over time with metformin. At recruitment, abnormal leptin/total adiponectin ratio was associated with statistically significant and higher weight/BMI, waist/hip measurements, and levels of triglyceride, insulin, and HOMA. Conclusion: The results suggest adipokines are modifiable factors and metformin is an effective treatment for elevated leptin in patients starting ADT for metastatic prostate cancer. Future studies need to address whether reduction in leptin is associated with improved survival.
A prospective and observational study on complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus in correlation with body mass index

Background: The aim of this study is to observe the prevalence of complications of diabetes mellitus (Type 2) among patients and to minimize their occurrence through patient education. The study helps to assess the clinical data of patients with diabetes mellitus (Type 2) along with the analysis of patterns, frequencies and predictive factors of microvascular, macrovascular complications and to educate and minimize the complications of diabetes mellitus among patients. Methods: Prospective and observational study was conducted among the type 2 diabetes mellitus patients at Sree Diabetes Clinic for a period of 6 months. The patients were interviewed using the patient data collection form which included demographic details, chief complaints and different diagnostic tools to detect type of complications. Both micro and macrovascular complications were evaluated. Results: A total of 150 type 2 diabetic cases were collected. Out of these 38(25.33%) patients were having BMI <25, and 112(74.67%) were having BMI ≥25 (overweight and obese). Out of 150 diabetic cases collected, a total of 131 diabetic complications were found. Out of these, 64(42.6%) were neuropathy, 3(2%) were nephropathy, 20(13.3%) were retinopathy and 17(11.3%) were having cardiovascular complications. Out of 112 patients with BMI ≥25, 60(54%) were found to have diabetic complications and out of 38 patients with BMI <25, 18(47%) were found to have diabetic complications. 90 out of 150 patients had a history of hypertension and 17 out of 150 patients had an abnormal lipid level. Conclusions: In this study, author found that obesity is a major risk factor for the development of diabetes mellitus and its complications.
Cushing beim Hund, ja oder nein? – Erweiterung in der Diagnostik und Neues zur Therapiekontrolle

Der Hyperadrenokortizismus (HAC) ist beim mittelalten bis älteren Hund neben der Hypothyreose die häufigste Endokrinopathie. Die erste Veröffentlichung zum Hyperadrenokortizismus beim Hund stammt aus dem Jahre 1939 [1], der erste PuB‐Med-Eintrag aus dem Jahr 1953 [2]. Seitdem sind bei Pub-Med bis zum jetzigen Zeitpunkt mehr als 800 Publikationen zum Thema Cushing und Hyperadrenokortizismus gelistet.
(Fehlende) Selbstbestimmung über die Arbeitszeit und Abschalten von der Arbeit. Welche Rolle spielen Intensität und Extensivierung der Arbeit ?

Wie sind Selbstbestimmung über die Arbeitszeit (d. h. Gleitzeit und völlig selbstbestimmte Arbeitszeiten) bzw. fehlende Selbstbestimmung über die Arbeitszeit (d. h. feste Arbeitszeiten und arbeitgeberorientierte flexible Arbeitszeiten) mit dem Spillover von Erwerbsarbeit ins Privatleben – also dem Nicht-Abschalten von der Arbeit während der arbeitsfreien Zeiten –, bei Frauen und Männer verbunden? Und falls sie mit (fehlender) Selbstbestimmung über die Arbeitszeit schlecht von der Arbeit abschalten können, geschieht das aufgrund von hoher Intensität bzw. Extensivierung der Arbeit? Die Autorin diskutiert diese Fragen anhand von multivariaten Analysen auf der Grundlage von Daten des Sozio-oekonomischen Panels (SOEP) 2011 und 2012. Sie zeigt, dass Extensivierung ein Grund für den Spillover von Erwerbsarbeit ins Privatleben ist. Doch gilt dies in erster Linie bei völlig selbstbestimmten Arbeitszeiten und auch nur bei Männern. Unvorhersagbarkeit und Unzuverlässigkeit von Arbeitszeiten scheinen Gründe für den Spillover bei arbeitgeberorientierten flexiblen Arbeitszeiten zu sein, dies jedoch hauptsächlich bei Frauen.
Investigation of the Phase transformation in FePtM nanoparticles (M= Ag, Cu) at atomic scale for optimized oxygen reduction catalysis.

Les piles a combustible a membrane echangeuse de protons sont prometteuses en tant que nouveaux dispositifs de conversion d'energie en raison de leur rendement eleve et de leur faible impact sur l'environnement. Cependant, les charges de Pt necessaires pour compenser la mauvaise cinetique de la reaction de reduction de l'oxygene entravent leurs applications a grande echelle. Recemment, il est devenu possible d'ameliorer l'activite des catalyseurs en exploitant des effets geometriques et/ou electroniques. Ainsi, les alliages binaires a base de Pt avec une structure ordonnee ont-ils montre une activite et une durabilite ameliorees. Ce travail a etudie des nanoparticules FePtAg et FePtCu ordonnees issues de la synthese « one‒pot ». Dans FePtAg, nous avons demontre que la transformation vers la structure ordonnee etait induite par le dopage Ag; une coercivite de 5.23 kOe et des nanoparticules de FePtAg de taille ultrafine (3.5 ± 0.5 nm) ont ete obtenues. Pour les nanoparticules de FePtCu, l’effet d’alliage de Cu s'est avere constituer la force motrice pour la mise en ordre. En comparaison avec le Pt/C de reference, nos nanoparticules de Cu/FePtCu a structure noyau/coquille optimisees presentent une activite massique 4 fois superieure avec une attenuation en durabilite de seulement 3% contre 34.2%. Enfin, une activite massique superieure de 11.7 fois a celle de Pt/C a ete obtenue pour des nanoparticules de FePtCu avec une structure cœur/coquille Cu/FePt en forme d’octaedres tronques.
EXPANDING THE BOUNDARIES OF SERVICE-LEARNING AT HIGHER EDUCATION THROUGH E-LEARNING SCENARIOS: LESSONS FROM TEACHING INNOVATION PROJECTS

Service-learning can be defined as a pedagogical approach that attempts to integrate community service in the academic curriculum. Through service-learning, students engage in organised activities designed to meet community needs and, at the same time, enhance their intellectual, social, and ethical development (Porter Honnet Poulsen, 1989). The synergy between learning and civic engagement distinguishes service-learning as an educational approach that, beyond forming students for particular professional skills, has the goal to prepare them for practical community-based problem solving. From a methodological point of view, it places community-improvement and social-engagement in the centre of the learning process, while reinforcing students’ cross-disciplinary skills, as critical thinking, co-creation or community building (Billig, Root, Jesse, 2005).