Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Analysis of the effect of proton pump inhibitors on the course of common COVID-19

Background/aims: To evaluate the effect of proton pump inhibitors on the course of common COVID-19. Methods: Clinical data of common COVID-19 patients admitted to the Shanghai public health clinical center for treatment from January 20, 2020 to March 16, 2020 were collected. A retrospective study was conducted and the patients were divided into two groups according to whether they used proton pump inhibitors or not. The differences in SARS-CoV-2 clearance and hospital stay between the two groups were compared by univariate and multivariate analyses. Results: A total of 154 COVID-19 common cases were included in this study, including 80 males (51.9%), 35 patients (22.7%) in the proton pump inhibitors group, and 119 patients (77.3%) in the control group. In the proton pump inhibitors group and the control group, the duration of SARS-CoV-2 clearance were 7(6-9) and 7(6-11) days, and the duration of hospital stay was 21(16-25) and 20(15-26) days, respectively. There was no significant difference between the two groups in the cumulative incidence of SARS-CoV-2 clearance and the cumulative incidence of discharge, and the same after Propensity Score Match, all P > 0.05. Multivariate analysis suggested that chronic gastropathy prolonged the duration of SARS-CoV-2 clearance, the HR was 20.924(3.547-123.447). Hypertension, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic liver disease and malignant tumor all increased the duration of hospital stay for COVID-19, and the HR were 1.820 (1.073-3.085), 4.370 (1.205-15.844), 9.011 (2.681-30.290) and 5.270 (1.237-22.456), respectively; the duration of hospital stay in COVID-19 patients was shortened by SARS-CoV-2 clearance, and the HR was 0.907 (0.869-0.947); all P < 0.05. Conclusion: Proton pump inhibitors use have no effect on the prolonging or shortening of the course of adults hospitalized with COVID-19.
SDN Based Mobility in Enterprise Wireless Network

Seamless mobility is one of the most crucial feature of telecommunication industry. Researches are going on in full swing to deal with this feature in most efficient manner. Software Defined Networking (SDN) is seen as the next generation paradigm which can facilitate seamless mobility across heterogeneous networks by segregating the control plane and data plane functionalities, and logically centralizing the control plane. In this paper, we propose a simplified Layer 2 handover mechanism for enterprise wireless networks, based on SDN framework. We present a network assisted L2 handover method using the IEEE 802.21 Media Independent Handover (MIH) protocol and SDN concepts, to achieve seamless mobility across heterogeneous networks
The Fern Lake Trace Mineral Metabolism Program

Abstract The role of the mineral supplements in the management of fish ponds, game ranges, and forests has been a research subject of a host of individuals and organizations for many years. Nearly all of such projects, however, have been limited by analytical techniques that can at best be applied only to the macronutriments. The cooperative program at Fern Lake, conducted by the U. S. Atomic Energy Commission, University of Washington and the State of Washington Department of Game, embraces studies in which the total mineral need in the ecology of the Fern Lake watershed is evaluated by the use of the techniques of the radiation biologist. Using the combined skills of the physical and biological sciences it is hoped that great progress can be made in improving the productive capacity of this impoverished watershed.
Interactions Between Humans and Endemic Canids in Holocene South America

Abstract Humans inhabiting South America during early portions of the Holocene variably interacted with native foxes (Family Canidae) in different parts of the continent at a time when there is little firm evidence for the presence of domesticated dogs (Canis familiaris). Preserved specimens of native fox tend to be ubiquitous in early archaeological contexts for which we have associated archaeofaunal samples. In a few cases these include association with human interments. The foxes endemic to these regions are predisposed to broad-spectrum diets, opportunistic behaviors and a tolerance of a wide range of habitats, particularly in open settings with increased resource supply. This can underlie a tendency for fox species to habituate themselves to anthropogenic conditions and humans. Indigenous South Americans may have formed early, and at times intimate, connections with endemic canids which endure into the present. Resumen Los antiguos habitantes del continente sudamericano durante el Holoceno pueden haber variablemente afectado reciprocamente con las especies nativas de zorros (Familia Canidae) en diferentes partes del continente, a la vez que hay poca evidencia firme sobre la presencia del perros domesticados (Canis familiaris). Sin embargo, los especímenes preservados de zorro nativo tienden a ser ubicuos en contextos arqueológicos tempranos donde tenemos muestras arqueofaunicas asociadas. En pocos casos incluyen asociaciones con entierros humanos. Los zorros endémicos son predispuestos a dietas de amplio espectro, tienen comportamientos decididamente oportunistas, y una gran tolerancia a variados hábitats, especialmente en zonas abiertas que cuentan con un creciente suministro de recursos. Esta puede ser la base de la tendencia que tienen las especies de zorro a habituarse a las condiciones antropogénicas y a los seres humanos. Los indígenas sudamericanos podrían haber formado una estrecha y temprana conexión con cánidos endémicos, la cual se ha mantenido hasta el presente.
Effect of supplementing fungi degraded cowpea seedhull in broiler diets

The effect of inclusion of fungi degraded cowpea seedhull was investigated in a broiler study that lasted for eight weeks. The degraded seedhull was included at 0, 5, 10, 15 and 20% levels in a Completely Randomized Design experiment. The performance characteristics and heamatological parameters were evaluated. Birds on 5% dietary inclusion of the degraded seedhull had the highest (P 0.05) difference was observed in the globulin content and values obtained ranged between 2.36 and 1.39mg/100. The highest cholesterol value was observed in birds fed control diet while the least was observed with birds fed 20% (98.06mg/100ml). Key words: Aspergillus niger , biodegradation, performance, cowpea seedhull,
Atypical Heel Pain

Plantar fasciitis is the most common etiology of heel pain. When a patient fails conservative treatment, and develops an atypical presentation, a systematic approach with a broad differential is warranted. A unicameral bone cyst is one etiology that can present with atypical symptoms. The approach to treatment is varied, with the avoidance of pathological fracturing of the calcaneus.
Comparison of localisation of α- and β-oestrogen receptors in posterior part of the piriform cortex in rabbit males

Abstract The aim of the study was to compare the immunoreactivity and distribution of two kinds of oestrogen receptors within the nerve tissue of the posterior part of the piriform cortex, as well as their localisation within nerve cells. The studied material consisted of 12 brains of sexually mature rabbit males weighing 3-4 kg. In order to prove the presence of α and β receptors, Er-α and Er-β antibodies were used. The examinations showed the presence of Er-α and E-rβ receptors in all layers of the piriform cortex, however, mainly in the IInd and IIIrd layer. The reaction occurred in the nucleus and cytoplasm of neurons. The obtained results can imply the influence of oestrogen on the functions of the examined brain area in rabbits, which in human is responsible for perception and categorisation of odour.
CHEMORECEPTION IN GASTROPOD MOLLUSCS

". they had a nice appetite and taste, as well as other creatures, for which purpose they also have gustatory nerves. "They likewise have a very quick smell: this I ob? served, when I moved a little fresh food towards them, for they immediately perceived it by the scent, and crept out of their little shells and came to it. " ? Jan Swammerdam (1637-1680) The Book of Nature, English translation, 1758.
Influence of topography and GPS fix interval on GPS collar performance

Abstract Topography, vegetation, and animal behavior may influence the performance of Global Positioning System (GPS) telemetry collars, affecting fix success rates and location error. We reviewed the scientific literature published from 1995 to June 2004 to determine the fix intervals used and fix success rates obtained in studies using GPS telemetry. We also programmed GPS telemetry collars with 6 different fix intervals and placed them at fixed locations of varying topography in the Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge, Arizona from August 2003–May 2004. Fix interval affected fix success rates both in our field study (99, 98, 96, 94, 93, 92% fix success rate for 0.25, 0.5, 1, 4, 6, and 13-hour fix intervals, respectively) and in our analysis of data obtained from scientific literature (r2=0.531, P≤0.001), with shorter fix intervals being associated with higher fix success rates. Topography affected the fix success rate (F2, 77=12.017, P≤0.001), location error (F2, 77=6.76, P=0.002), and proportion of 3-dimensional (3-D) fixes (F2,77=10.184, P≤0.001), resulting in lower fix success rates and larger location errors in areas with more rugged topography. The influence of topography and fix interval on location error and fix success rates may bias GPS location data, resulting in misclassification of habitat use and under-sampling certain areas used by animals. Location error and missing data can increase type II error and may result in incorrect inferences in some studies. These biases need to be assessed and steps should be taken to minimize their influence on results of studies of habitat selection and other aspects of animal ecology.
WIRELESS HOME AUTOMATION SYSTEM USING IOT ELIMINATING ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE

Automation is a technique or a system of controlling a process by electronics device with reducing human involvement to a minimum. This paper presents a design of monitoring and controlling of home automation system from an android application based on Arduino. This system uses Wi-fi technology as a communication protocol to connect system components; the first part is android application that give orders to units that one wishes to control by locally or remotely and the second part is Arduino that has an appropriate interface to sensors and appliances of a home automation system and communicates with an android application through wireless technology. The automation system can have a vital role in reducing the total energy consumed by home appliances. The advantage of home automation is to help handicapped and old aged people who will enable themselves in controlling home appliances.
Zooplankton invasion on a grand scale: insights from a 20‐yr time series across 38 Northeast Pacific estuaries

We present the ﬁ rst comprehensive analysis of the Paci ﬁ c Northwest estuaries (PNWE) zooplankton time series, which encompasses 38 estuaries distributed across more than 1000 km of the North American Paci ﬁ c Coast. With observations spanning more than 20 yr, we here examine biogeographic trends among zooplankton communities, patterns of biological invasion across the region, and environmental correlates with dominant native and invasive taxa. Our results show that some estuaries across the region are invaded by multiple zooplankton species and that the geographic extent of invasion is far greater than previously reported for at least ﬁ ve species of copepods: Pseudodiaptomus inopinus , Pseudodiaptomus forbesi , Oithona davisae , Limnoithona sinensis , Sinocalanus doerrii , and the cladoceran Bosmina coregoni . Some of these species appear to be rapidly spreading across the region, while others have occupied a relatively static geographic range for decades. The copepod, P. inopinus , is by far the most abundant and geographically widespread of these invaders, comprising more than 90% of all zooplankton abundance at some sites. We propose that the geographic distribution of these invaders is strongly constrained by geomorphic characteristics that de ﬁ ne the salinity and mixing regimes in these estuaries, re ﬂ ecting the strong role that physical forces play in structuring estuarine zooplankton communities.
Long-Distance Migration in Helicoverpa zea1: What We Know and Need to Know

Abstract. This paper identifies knowledge and knowledge gaps in biology and ecology, and migratory flight of corn earworm, Helicoverpa zee (Boddie). The paper focuses on results from studies of corn earworm population dynamics and migration in Texas during a period of substantial irrigated maize, Zee meys L. , production in the Lower Rio Grande Valley, which prevailed before planted acres decreased due to drought, expansive land development, and the introduction of Bt corn. Because overwintering survival of corn earworm in the U.S. is generally accepted to be limited to areas south of 40° N latitude, much of the maize-growing area in the north-central U.S. would not be infested by corn earworm if not for migration. Overwintering emergence contributes to infestations by corn earworm, but it is difficult to separate the contributions of overwintering emergence and immigrants on local populations. We emphasize three critical elements affecting the timing and extent of corn earworm migration: period of emergence of adult corn earworm, availability of fruiting maize as a host, and availability of suitable atmospheric conditions for transport. Knowledge of corn earworm migration will be especially useful in devising and utilizing novel control tactics in the northern tier of states where insecticides are applied extensively to control immigrant corn earworm in sweet corn; seed corn; snap beans, Pheseolus vulgeris L. ; and other high-value crops. This is particularly important to the abundance, geographical range, and management of corn earworm relative to potential climate change and use of transgenic crops tolerant of drought and heat conditions.
Spontaneous and initiated succession on unvegetated slopes in the abandoned lignite‐mining area of Goitsche, Germany

In this study, we examined the colonization of unvegetated, dry slopes in the lignite-mining area of Goitsche, Germany. The plots, characterized by different habitat conditions, were studied from 1994–2000. The vegetation development on treated plots was compared to untreated plots showing spontaneous succession. For initial treatments we used fresh plant clippings from a species-rich sandy grassland (Armerion elongatae) mowed at the end of July. Soil seed bank samples, taken at the beginning of the experiments and cultivated for 18 months, confirmed that the vegetation development on the slopes started with primary succession. Because seed rain is considered to be an important factor in primary succession, we also studied the diaspore input during the first year. The hospitable Quaternary substrate of Site I (pH = 4.1–4.7, 92 % sand) supports fast vegetation development on treated and untreated plots. On treated plots, we have identified plant assemblages similar to initial stages of the Armerion elongatae community. On control plots, Coryne-phorion communities have established spontaneously. At Site II (mixed Quaternary and Tertiary substrate, pH = 3.0–3.5,40 % sand) the total cover and number of psammophytic species was low. Treated plots showed development towards ruderal sandy grassland, but the establishment of Calamagrostis epigejos would eventually lead to monodominant stands. Untreated control plots showed basically the same pattern, however the development was slower. At Site III (pH = 1.8–2.8, 34 % sand), the hostile Tertiary substrate impeded the succession on both treated and untreated plots because low pH and therefore high amounts of Al3+ produced elemental toxicity to plants. The application of plant clippings accelerated the vegetation development in sites with a pH exceeding 3. On plots with the initial treatment, vegetation cover and total number of species were higher than on untreated plots. The application of fresh plant clippings from areas with similar habitat conditions appears to be a viable alternative to traditional restoration methods.
SMoKE ModElIng In SUpport of ManagEMEnt of forESt

—The impact of smoke from forest burning on air quality is a threat to the use of prescribed fire to manage woodlands in the eastern United States. Population shifts from urban centers to the wildland/urban interface have increased human exposures to smoke. Tighter national ambient air quality standards restrict the amount of smoke released over an area. This article reviews smoke models available prior to 1990 and those currently in use or under development. Models have become more sophisticated with advances in computer technology. The outcomes are suites of models that can describe smoke from release to vertical transport to dispersion in ways that realistically simulate how land managers conduct their burns. The results from the models can inform land managers about weather conditions and procedures to do their burns so as to minimize downwind impacts of smoke. However, effects of errors that stem from uncertainties in variables ranging from fuel loadings to weather forecasts temper optimism about the application of these models to eastern forests.
Area requirements and pelagic protected areas: is size an impediment to implementation?

Global oceans are experiencing not only increased levels of human exploitation, but also major changes to their physics, chemistry and biology. These alarming changes have prompted calls for new and improved conservation and management tools if the future sustainability of oceanic ecosystems is to be assured. Spatial management, although widely used in coastal and nearshore environments, is one strategy yet to be adequately considered for open ocean systems. Resistance to both investigation and implementation of this management approach stems predominantly from the perception that given the highly dynamic nature of the ocean, adequate protection of both its biological and physical components would require regulation of vast regions.To examine this assertion, a series of reserve networks were modelled using the reserve design tool Marxan for an oceanic region off eastern Australia. Consideration was given to a set of biological, physical and social features. Three distinct management approaches were evaluated; fisheries priority, conservation priority, and equal fisheries-conservation priority. Reserve solution area requirements ranged from 7 to 26% of the focus area, falling within the lower end of the range of areas suggested in the published reports.This analysis suggests that percentage area requirements for oceanic protected areas should not be an impediment to further consideration. Additional keywords: Marxan, pelagic ecosystems, reserve design, spatial management.
Robust Processor Based on Alternating Module Activation

— The continuously miniaturization of CMOS technology leads to increasing concerns regarding reliability. Thereby, challenges arise from temporary as well as permanent faults. Amongst the various methods proposed in order to diminish the impact of the latter, Alternating Module Activation (AMA) proved to be promising. The aim of this work is the presentation of the implementation of this approach in a proprietary RISC processor. Further, Built-In Self-Test (BIST) capability has been added in order to enable to identification of faulty blocks. Experiments indicate the feasibility of the approach.
Lean management implementation difficulties, studies and recommendations

Speeding up FAST FASHION development cycles for the apparel industry, always bringing more values to the customer, seeking perfor-mance through continuous improvement. This paper presents a deployment approach to Lean Management, helping to make it more con-crete, efficient, less theoretical. The realization of the approach was based on case studies, state of art and references made in Moroccan companies in the textile and clothing sector. This analysis sheds light on the importance of aligning the lean management strategy with the company's strategy and values, hence the use of the socio-technical approach. The objective of this study is to realize a brief application of Lean Management, able to transform it from a theoretical organization to a practical one. This Lean Deployment Study is considered unique in that it addresses the need to work on psychology, culture, societal values of each company, to prepare for and align it with Lean manage-ment strategy, before attacking its practices. This article is a first development of strategies and methodologies proposed for improvements that seek to focus on the overall performance of the company.
Selection, Optimization & Compensation Strategy and Social Support as Predictors of Elder’s Psychological Wellbeing: The Case of West

Psychological wellbeing is a crucial concern of the elderly. The aim of this study was to examine whether Selection, Optimization, & Compensation strategy and social support is predicting elders psychological well-being or not. At the same time patterns of Psychological wellbeing across demographic variables was identified. In order to achieve the objective of the study, community based descriptive survey design were used. Data were collected from arbitrarily selected 393 elders (170 males, and 223 females) in Western Shewa Town through questionnaire. As the result of the study revealed, most elders have moderate and below moderate Psychological wellbeing (30.3% & 49.4%), Selection, Optimization, Compensation strategy (31.6%, &47.7%) and social support(41.5% &37.7%) respectively. Also the result of the study indicated that Psychological well-being was significantly and positively correlated with social support (r=.977, P<.01), SOC (r=.980, P<.01), income (r=.772, P<.01) and educational level (r= .687, p<0.01) while, age were significantly & negatively correlated to psychological wellbeing of elderly (r=-.421, P<.01). As of the t-test showed there is significant gender difference between Male (mean=136.72, SD=49.29) and female (M=92.41, SD=42.83), total (393), (t=9.52,P=.000 (two-tailed), P<. 05) in experiencing Psychological wellbeing.
PSpice Libraries for CoolMOS Power Transistors

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Approximate Bayesian inference in semiparametric copula modelsT1

Abstract: We describe a simple method for making inference on a functional of a multivariate distribution, based on its copula representation. We make use of an approximate Bayesian Monte Carlo algorithm, where the proposed values of the functional of interest are weighted in terms of their Bayesian exponentially tilted empirical likelihood. This method is particularly useful when the “true” likelihood function associated with the working model is too costly to evaluate or when the working model is only partially specified.