Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Pickering emulsions stabilized by hydrophobically modified alginate nanoparticles: Preparation and pH-responsive performance in vitro

ABSTRACT pH-responsive Pickering emulsions were prepared, taking the hydrophobic modified calcium alginate nanoparticles (MCA) of pH sensitivity as emulsifiers. The MCAs were obtained via gelation between Ca2+ in emulsion and alginate sodium that reacted with diacetone acrylamide since alginate sodium was too hydrophilic to be used as a stabilizer. The effect of MCA characteristics, Ca2+ content, and pH on the preparation and property of emulsion was evaluated. Then, the released behaviors of MCA-stabilized emulsion loading oil-soluble drug of curcumin were investigated in vitro. The results demonstrated that Pickering emulsions released curcumin intestine-specifically (37% in 4 hours with a pH of 6.8), compared with the one in the gastric fluid (3% in 4 hours with a pH of 1.5), proving that MCA had similar pH sensitivity to alginates and probably as the promising candidate in oral drug controllable release. GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT
Access Control and Monitoring: A System for Computer Laboratory

and devices as well as the selection of applicable methods, especially in computer laboratories. However, there are other aspects of security like the short and long time effects of a successful harmful activity that should be also taken into consideration before a decision. Besides, even when someone has a reduced budget, there are always low-cost or even no-cost entry level options like the introduction of a security focused attitude, definition of a proper computer laboratory usage policy, etc. The study developed an access control and monitoring system that could contribute to the implementation of a safe, secure, and well maintainable computer laboratory. This study will use the barcode technology by regulating the entry point of a LAN client in ABSTRACT Computer laboratories of educational institutions have increased the information technology infrastructure. However, it is very much exposed to several threats and vulnerabilities when it comes to the information that was kept in several workstations inside the laboratory. The study addressed the security issues in terms of the use of the computer laboratories using the barcode technology in regulating the entry point of the students and logging in the attendance log. It will only allow student users who were currently enrolled based on the schedule laboratory time and who has an account in mymu server.
Total phenol, flavonoid, anthoayanin and nutrient content development of water apple fruit affected by gibberellic acid

The study was carried out to investigate the pigments (chlorophyll and anthocyanin), total phenol, flavonoid and mineral (K+) content in water apple fruit affected by gibberellic acid. The lowest amount of chlorophyll was observed in the control treatment. The highest chlorophyll content was found at 60 ppm GA3. The most effective concentration to earlier maturity of water apple fruit was 60 ppm of GA3. Moreover, flavonoid content was observed higher in 60 ppm GA3 than control, 30 and 90 ppm GA3 concentration. However, the most effective concentration for flavonoid content was in the 60 ppm GA3. Fruit K+ content was significantly increased by GA3 treatments, especially at 60 ppm. Anthocyanin compounds were found increasing trend while increasing the maturity development.
Determining hatch dates for skuas: an egg density calibration curve

Key life-history events, such as breeding phenology, underlie much ecological research and inform conservation efforts. Simple methods that improve efficiency during breeding studies are valuable, particularly in remote locations and extreme climates. Building on an earlier study, we investigated the relationship between egg density and incubation progression in two Arctic- and subarctic-breeding seabird species, Arctic Skua Stercorarius parasiticus and Great Skua S. skua, to statistically test its application as a calibration method. Corresponding with the preceding study we found that the decrease in calculated egg density during incubation can be described by a quadratic relationship with egg development for our populations. In addition, we demonstrate that this relationship was not confounded by multiple egg clutches nor differences in measurement intervals. From this relationship, a calibration curve was constructed to predict hatching dates within an error of c. three days for Arctic Skua and c. four days for Great Skua, using a single measure of the length, breadth and mass of an egg. Furthermore, when combining the data generated in this study, we found model support for a calibration curve independent of species, suggesting that this calibration may have the potential to be extended to other species with similar ecology. This technique can be used to inform the timing of colony visits and thereby maximise research and monitoring efforts for these species with minimal researcher disturbance.
Performance Improvement of Ultrathin CIGS Solar Cells Using Al Plasmonic Nanoparticles: The Effect of the Position of Nanoparticles

Abstract: CIGS solar cells are regarded to be one of the best thin film solar cells with efficiencies up to 22.6%, which exceeds the current multicrystalline Si record efficiency (21.9%). To make the promising CIGS solar cells more economic, reduction of costly In and Ga elements through thinning of CIGS layer seems necessary. But, it causes the cell performance degradation. This study is aimed to investigate the efficiency enhancement of ultrathin CIGS solar cells by using of Al plasmonic nanoparticles. Plasmonic nanoparticles can restrict, absorb, navigate or scatter the incident light. The role of different location of Al nanoparticles within the active layer was studied through optical and electrical simulation utilizing FDTD and DEVICE solvers of Lumerical software. By using the spherical Au nanoparticles, the light absorption in the cell increased drastically. The highest η=15.31% was achieved for the designed ultrathin CIGS solar cell decorated by Al nanoparticles located in the middle of the absorber layer.
STRESSES SELF- ASSESSMENT AMONG COMMUNITY DWELLING OLDER ADULTS

Stress is a common problem facing older adults. It is a complex, multidimensional, and multifactorial phenomenon with huge repercussions on functioning, quality of life and elderly people outcomes. Moreover, 75% of older adults reported experiencing moderate to high levels of stresses in 2016.Aim: to identify the Stresses SelfAssessment among community dwelling older adults. Method: A descriptive design was used. Setting: This study was carried out at elderly clubs and elderly homes affiliated to the Ministry of Insurance and Social Affairs in Damanhur City. Subjects: 190 elders, 30 elderly persons from elderly homes and 160 from elderly clubs. Tools: Data was collected using 4 tools, Tool I: Socio demographic and clinical data structured interview, Tool II: Perceived Stress scale, Tool III: Ardell Wellness Stress Scale, Tool IV: Coping Resources Inventory Scale. Results: the study revealed that about three quadrant of the studied elders were very often felt nervous and stress, slightly more than one quarter of the studied elders were below average stresscoper. Conclusion: Based on findings of the present study, it can be concluded that stress is common among elderly population. The prevalence of stress was high and significant number of elders has been found to be suffering from stress, below average stress coping and having negative effects on their wellness because of their stresses so, candidate for additional training in how to deal with stress. Recommendations: Developing educational program for elders about stress, stressful life events, effect of stress on health and wellbeing, consequences of stress and stress coping strategies.
THE ROLE OF ONLINE FACILITY IN CASH WAQF CONTRIBUTION: EXPERIENCE OF BANK MUAMALAT MALAYSIA BERHAD (BMMB)

The paper aims to explore the cash waqf service of BMMB in relation to online facility and its role towards cash waqf contribution. Secondly, this paper provides an input to the waqf institutional and practitioner on how technology plays a significant role in influencing cash waqf donors. The qualitative approach was used to obtain the experiences on the current practices of cash waqf service offered by BMMB. Interviews, journals, working papers, relevant internet resources and experiences of BMMB in managing cash waqf service, were the main references for data and information collections. Based on the findings, this study reveals that online donation shows the inclination of participation by everyone, representing various levels of income. This is due to the fact that many people were having cash in hand and only minimal amount was required for cash waqf participation. It is in fact not the issue of amount but rather the willingness to help each other is more valuable. The result also indicates the increase number of contribution especially among the IT literate customers. It proves that greater and easy access to online service is a useful mechanism in promoting cash waqf donation. This can be seen in the collection trend of cash waqf fund for three consecutive years. Besides that, the finding further demonstrates the significant relationship between online facility users with trust. It shows that trust is a determinant factor for internet banking users before consuming their online transaction. This is corresponding with the commitment-trust theory (CTT) whereby when one partner has confidence towards their exchange partner’s reliability and integrity, trust comes to effect. Thus, the results of this research help to increase our understanding of how online facility affects the donor behavior in cash waqf contribution. Finally, several recommendations were suggested to address the issues before hand for betterment of cash waqf management.
Knowledge and Practice of Physicians to Hyperglycemia in Pregnancy: A Nationwide Survey in Bangladesh

The frequency of hyperglycemia in pregnancy is high in Bangladesh, but very little is known about the current knowledge and practice about hyperglycemia in pregnancy in our practicing doctors. The objective of the present study was to assess the knowledge and practice of the doctors across the country who are involved in the management of hyperglycemia in pregnancy. Structured pretested data collection sheets were sent to the doctors taking care of hyperglycemia in pregnancy (endocrinologists, obstetricians, and others) through email and postage. The questionnaire focused on their knowledge and practice pattern on hyperglycemia in pregnancy. In total, 950 doctors of Bangladesh were invited to join the survey, and 262 (24.89%) responded. Among the participants, 42.3% (111) were endocrinologists, 27.10% (71) obstetrician/gynecologist, and 30.53% (80) were other physicians, including internists, diabetes family physicians. The majority of the participants were aware of hyperglycemia's adverse outcomes in pregnancy, advocates universal screening, and followed the American Diabetes Association’s recommendations for the screening purpose. Though most of them use insulin to manage hyperglycemia in pregnancy, more than half prefer to continue metformin if used for other causes. The majority of the responders favored the Caesarian section as the preferred delivery method. The study participants admit that more than half of the gestational diabetes cases are lost to follow up after delivery. This study's findings may serve as a baseline for the management of hyperglycemia in pregnancy in this country. The doctors involved in managing hyperglycemia in pregnancy require more training for knowledge building and rational practice.
Pheochromocytoma: 16 Years of Experience in a Single Center

Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, TURKEY *Department of Urology, Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, TURKEY **Department of General Surgery, Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, TURKEY ***Department of Pathology, Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, TURKEY ****Department of Radiology, Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, TURKEY
Association of Repeatedly Heated Oil-Induced Hepatic Fat Accumulation and Development of Cancer: A Commentary

This commentary refers to our recently published article “Association of long-term consumption of repeatedly heated mix vegetable oils (RHMVO) in different doses and hepatic toxicity through fat accumulation. ” As highlighted in this article, long-term intake of RHMVO leads to fat accumulation in hepatocytes, oxidative stress, and lipid peroxidation. Several studies have illustrated the negative effect of RHMVO on human health. In this commentary, we considered other recent evidence reporting the carcinogenic and mutagenic potential of RHMVO. Furthermore, we emphasized the unique and easy to perform parameters to measure oxidative stress, lipid peroxidation, fat accumulation, and increased inflammation in hepatocytes to identify progression toward hepatic carcinoma. Our commentary is also intended to further highlight the necessity of developing food policies and regularity bodies as an approach to minimize the increasing trend of cancer incidence.
School shootings as a multi-faceted phenomenon: Social-ecological model-based review

School shooting is one of the most difficult challenges for the modern society. Several seemingly irrelevant components — social well-being of the family, a safe community, a relatively non-troublesome child, a wellprotected school building, no apparent motivation — are intertwined within each bloody massacre, but the signs of an upcoming rampage are yet to be identified. According to FBI statistics, active shooters, including school shooters, usually do not stand out from the majority; only a quarter of them have mental issues, in most cases the weapon was obtained legally, the time gap between the trigger event and the rampage is about a year, friends, family, and social services usually do not observe enough warning signs to report, and even in case they do, the situational check brings nothing (Silver, Simons, Craun 2018). Difficulties in identifying possible shooters are explained by the complexity and ambivalence of the prerequisites and their interactions. These include violence in the environment, observed hate, prejudice, or humiliating attitudes towards particular social groups, fierce competition, physical form and appearance issues, approval of weapons within the society, public attention to previous school shooters, school environment, and parenting issues. However, any of those factors may be present in people and groups who had never planned and would never plan a crime. School shootings prediction and prevention are impossible without identifying the intersections of the most indicative risk factors and studying every intersection within its unique context. The article aims to identify the most common factors contributing to the school shooting phenomenon using the social-ecological model framework. Within four levels examined by the social-ecological model — societal, community, relationship, and individual — the most significant factors are highlighted.
The Impact Plate Application on the Sagittal Plane Correction after Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion Compared to Stand Alone Cage.

Background Data: Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is the treatment of choice for cervical degenerative disc disease, which causes neurological symptoms such as radiculopathy and/or myelopathy. Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion with stand-alone cage (ACDF-CA) is a successful option to treat cervical disc disease, but long-term follow-up showed complications like cage subsidence and pseudoarthrosis. Then, anterior cervical decompression and fusion with cage and plate (ACDF-CP) was developed to decrease complications of the stand-alone cage; however, it showed complications like dysphagia. Study Design: This is a retrospective clinical case series. Purpose: To compare the role of anterior plate constructs (ACDF-CP) and stand-alone cage (ACDF-CA) in maintaining sagittal plane correction. Patients and Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the lateral cervical radiographs of all patients who underwent ACDF-CA or ACDF-CP between 2011 and 2015. Radiological findings (cervical lordosis, segmental lordosis, cage subsidence, and disc height) were compared (preoperatively, immediately, and 6 and and 12 months postoperatively). Results: Sixty-five patients underwent ACDF, including 88 operative disc levels, 29 (44.6%) ACDF-CA, and 36 (55.6%) ACDF-CP. There were 41 (63.1%) males and 24 (36.9%) females, with a mean age of 47.7 ± 9.32 years. Forty percent of the procedures were conducted by orthopedic spine surgeons and 60% by neurosurgeons. The most common operated level was C5-C6 followed by C6-C7. Initially, ACDF-CA showed better surgical correction than ACDF-CP in terms of cervical lordosis and segmental lordosis but did not reach the statistically significant value (p = 0.692, CI: [-4.8]-7.28), whereas ACDF-CP maintains these corrections more than ACDF-CA at final follow-up despite being statistically insignificant (p = 0.506, CI: [-7.05]-3.54). No difference was detected in disc height and cage subsides between the two groups.
A Mixed Model for Performance-Based Classification of NBA Players

Using data collected from the Basketball-Reference.com, this study examined NBA player performance values to discern patterns and to classify clusters exhibiting common patterns of player performance. Empirical results based on the K-means clustering analysis identified three NBA player clusters. Results of the K-means clustering analysis were tested for accuracy using the discriminant analysis indicated that cluster means were significantly different. The results of one-way ANOVA also showed that significant differences in all twenty-one independent variables were found within the three identified NBA player clusters. The multilayer perceptron neural network model was utilized as a predictive model in deciding the classification of NBA players based on their performance related statistics. From an architectural perspective, it showed a 21-7-3 neural network construction. Results of this study may provide insight into the understanding of the performance of NBA players for NBA management purposes.
Insect vectors of human viral diseases: can they transmit COVID-19?

Many insects are naturally infected by a wide range of viruses and transmit viral diseases that cause significant morbidity and mortality to humans. Amongst insects, mosquitoes are the prominent vectors of viral diseases of which the genus Aedes is the most relevant species regarding disease transmission to humans. Mosquitoes mainly transmit the viruses of family Flaviviridae and the mosquito-borne Flavivirus diseases are the most serious and widespread. Many diseases have been caused by Flaviviruses of which Dengue viral infection and Japanese encephalitis are prominent in countries of the Asian region. Apart from the viruses of family Flaviviridae, mosquitoes also transmit viruses of families Togaviridae and Bunyaviridae, which however have caused disease outbreaks to a lesser extent than the Flaviviridae viruses. Insects other than mosquitoes transmit viral diseases to a lesser extent. Sand fly species of order Diptera transmits viruses of family Bunyaviridae, which causes Sand fly fever mainly in the countries of Europe and Africa. Insects such as cockroaches and fly species are also capable of causing viral diseases to humans, which however is by mechanical transmission, rather than the biological transmission evident in mosquitoes. Covid-19 is transmitted by a RNA virus of the family Coronaviridae, genus Coronavirus. There have been no reports of Covid-19 transmission by blood-sucking insects such as mosquitoes or any other such insects. However, the mechanical transmission of the virus is plausible by body parts of insects contacted with contaminated surfaces. The new coronavirus is mainly transmitted by respiratory droplets that are suspended in the air via breathing, coughing or sneezing of the infected persons. However, the virus has been detected in the feces of confirmed patients and insects in contact with or feeding on fecal surfaces may play a role in Covid-19 transmission. The coronavirus that is now threatening the world is constantly changing and subtly different from the one that first emerged in China. Everyday learning of the coronavirus and its transmission has refined our knowledge on combating it, and the role of insects in Covid-19 transmission cannot be entirely ruled out.
Syphilis and Chlamydia trachomatis in Males from Northern Mexico with HIV-AIDS

Introduction: Subjects with HIV, particularly those with high-risk sexual practices, such as men who have sex with men (MSM), frequently present concurrent infections of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). Therefore, in this study, we determined the frequency of Syphilis, Chlamydia trachomatis (CT), Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG), and Ureaplasma urealyticum (UU) infections in a group of HIV-seropositive males in HIV control and surveillance programs of the Region Laguna, Mexico. Methods: Ninety-seven HIV-seropositive males were included, with whom a peripheral blood sample was taken to determine infection by syphilis, in addition to a urethral-scrape sample for the detection of infections due to CT, NG, and UU. A questionnaire was applied to all participants to take their sociodemographic variables, and also their clinical files were reviewed to obtain their historical antecedents of other STIs. Results: The subjects included in the study, 69% were MSM. The results indicated that 12.36% of the samples were positive for STIs, which 10.3% were infections because of syphilis and 2.06% due to CT; none of the samples were positive for NG or UU. Conclusions: The results reflect the relevance of evaluating the frequency of STI in subjects infected with HIV in this population, in that co-infections can lead to an unfavorable evolution.
How do modeling choices and erosion zone locations impact the representation of connectivity and the dynamics of suspended sediments in a multi-source soil erosion model?

Abstract. Soil erosion and suspended sediment transport understanding is an important issue in terms of soil and water resources management in the critical zone. In mesoscale watersheds ( >10 km2 ) the spatial distribution of potential sediment sources within the catchment associated with rainfall dynamics is considered to be the main factor in the observed suspended sediment flux variability within and between runoff events. Given the high spatial heterogeneity that can exist for such scales of interest, distributed physically based models of soil erosion and sediment transport are powerful tools to distinguish the specific effect of structural and functional connectivity on suspended sediment flux dynamics. As the spatial discretization of a model and its parameterization can crucially influence how the structural connectivity of the catchment is represented in the model, this study analyzed the impact of modeling choices in terms of the contributing drainage area (CDA) threshold to define the river network and of Manning's roughness parameter ( n ) on the sediment flux variability at the outlet of two geomorphologically distinct watersheds. While the modeled liquid and solid discharges were found to be sensitive to these choices, the patterns of the modeled source contributions remained relatively similar when the CDA threshold was restricted to the range of 15 to 50 ha , with n restricted to the range 0.4–0.8 on the hillslopes and to 0.025–0.075 in the river. The comparison of the two catchments showed that the actual location of sediment sources was more important than the choices made during discretization and parameterization of the model. Among the various structural connectivity indicators used to describe the geological sources, the mean distance to the stream was the most relevant proxy for the temporal characteristics of the modeled sedigraphs.