Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Microbial Investigations in Opalinus Clay, an Argillaceous Formation under Evaluation as a Potential Host Rock for a Radioactive Waste Repository

Various deep, compact, sedimentary formations have been studied in recent years as potential host rock for a repository for high-level, long-lived radioactive waste. Considering that microbial activities may influence radionuclide chemistry and migration in such environments, we investigated the potential presence of microorganisms in the Opalinus Clay formation, from unperturbed sediment samples (i.e., not affected by gallery excavation and borehole drilling) recovered under aseptic conditions in the Mont Terri Underground Rock Laboratory (Switzerland). A combination of molecular biology techniques and a cultivation-based approach suggested the presence of a few sparse autochthonous microbial cells in the Opalinus Clay. For the first time, ribosomal RNA (rRNA) genes were sequenced from enrichment cultures from such samples. The results suggested that at least two of the bacterial strains isolated were likely unknown species of the Sphingomonas and Alicyclobacillus genera, as their fully-sequenced 16S-rRNA genes shared less than 97% similarity with validly published sequences. Early genetic divergence occurring after physical isolation of bacterial ancestors in the geosphere by the sedimentation process or following later geological events may have resulted in the generation of particular taxa in the subsurface.
Ammonium to sulphate ratio in aerosol and snow of Greenland and Antarctic regions

NH 4 + to SO 4 -- ratio of aerosols and snows are investigated in Greenland. Data suggest that the atmospheric NH 4 + and SO 4 -- signals are well preserved in snow and that previous discrepancies sometimes observed between the composition of the air and that of the snow were probably due to NH 4 + artifacts. This study leads to the conclusion that NH 3 is not able to neutralize the acidity of the high latitude atmosphere in particular in the Southern Hemisphere
The Influence Of Public Facilities Color On Landscape Preference:A Case Study Of Telecommunication Boxes In Taipei City

While humans are capable of discerning millions of colors, it is beyond our cognitive capacities to deal with every discriminable color as a single category. Previous studies have shown that people use a very limited number of names to classify and label all visible colors [1]. The number of basic color names, i.e. the cognitive/linguistic color categories, varies from language to language. It thus follows that the boundaries between adjacent color categories also vary with language [2]. We conducted a large survey on the frequency of color terms in use in Taiwanese Mandarin speakers. A systematic mapping of the CIE foci and boundaries of the twelve most commonly used color terms was performed on the CIE1931 space. The Taiwanese results were compared to the Japanese data [3]. We found that there are significant differences in the boundary between green and blue, and the area of grey between these two groups. Japanese grey is warmer than its Taiwanese counterpart. INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study is to investigate the current use of color names in Mandarin, including the number of basic color terms, the popularity and the referenced color appearances of frequentlyused color names. A color lexicon survey and a series of constrained color naming tasks were conducted to answer questions like: (1) What are the most commonly used color terms by Mandarin-speaking Taiwanese? (2) How do Mandarin color terms differ from the reported English color terms in composition (e.g. the proportion of monolexemic vs. compound words). (3) What are the CIE foci and boundaries of the most commonly used Mandarin color terms? (4) How are the territories of Mandarin color terms in the CIE space compared to that of Japanese data [3]? FREE-RECALL COLOR LEXICON SURVEY To answer the above first two questions, a free-recall color lexicon survey was conducted to collect the most frequently used color terms in Mandarin. There were 189 informants in total that performed this free-recall task. The informants were provided with a blank sheet, and a pencil or pen. The task instruction was to “write down color terms/ vocabularies you frequently use, hear and read. ” After the frequent terms recalling was done, the author encouraged the informant to freely recall color terms as many as he/she could and also write them down on the sheet. The results of this survey, along with the comparable data from other studies [3],[4], are listed in Table 1. Table 1: The Top 11 Color Terms Found in Three Studies Current Japanese(1990s) [3] Mandarin (1990s) [4] O A 22
Uncovering the Hidden Dangers and Molecular Mechanisms of Excess Folate: A Narrative Review

This review delves into the intricate relationship between excess folate (vitamin B9) intake, especially its synthetic form, namely, folic acid, and its implications on health and disease. While folate plays a pivotal role in the one-carbon cycle, which is essential for DNA synthesis, repair, and methylation, concerns arise about its excessive intake. The literature underscores potential deleterious effects, such as an increased risk of carcinogenesis; disruption in DNA methylation; and impacts on embryogenesis, pregnancy outcomes, neurodevelopment, and disease risk. Notably, these consequences stretch beyond the immediate effects, potentially influencing future generations through epigenetic reprogramming. The molecular mechanisms underlying these effects were examined, including altered one-carbon metabolism, the accumulation of unmetabolized folic acid, vitamin-B12-dependent mechanisms, altered methylation patterns, and interactions with critical receptors and signaling pathways. Furthermore, differences in the effects and mechanisms mediated by folic acid compared with natural folate are highlighted. Given the widespread folic acid supplementation, it is imperative to further research its optimal intake levels and the molecular pathways impacted by its excessive intake, ensuring the health and well-being of the global population.
ESTUDIO DEL DESARROLLO Y COMPORTAMIENTO DE LA VAGUADA COSTERA DURANTE EL CRUCERO CIMAR 6* STUDY OF THE DEVELOPMENT AND THE BEHAVIOR OF THE COASTAL THROUGH DURING THE CIMAR 6 CRUISE

Results of the project entitled "Studies of the development and behavior of the coastal low along the central and northern coast of Chile", are discussed here. The project was supported within the framework of the CIMAR 6 Oceanic Islands campaign, and it was conducted on board the ship AGOR “Vidal Gormaz”. The cruise was organized by the Comite Oceanografico Nacional (CONA). Analyses of the meteorological data collected on board and in the stations of Juan Fernandez (33o
Preventing Deforestation in Madagascar: is Kirindy Mite National Park effective?

Madagascar, one of the world's biodiversity hotspots, is losing habitat of native species at an alarming rate. Frequently overlooked by researchers, dry deciduous forests have been destroyed by logging and fires for subsistence agriculture. Kirindy Mite National Park encompasses one of the largest continuous tracts of dry forest in Madagascar. However, the current state of the Park is largely unknown by the Association Nationale pour la Gestion des Aires Protégées (ANGAP) managers in Morondava due to lack of funding and technology, an issue faced by many park managers in developing countries. In order to assess whether the Park is preventing deforestation within its boundaries and if the disturbed forest within the Park was rebounding, satellite images from 1990, 2000, and 2006 were used to map forest cover within the Park and a 5km buffer outside the Park. Comparisons of deforestation and afforestation rates between the Park and buffer were used to gauge the effectiveness of the Park for forest conservation. Overall, the boundary or knowledge of it plays a role in deterring anthropogenic deforestation with Kirindy Mite. However, this and the remoteness of the Park were not enough to completely prevent the Park from losing forest
Das Portfolio zwischen formativer und summativer Bewertung

Der vorliegende Artikel versteht sich als Diskussionsbeitrag zum Einsatz des Portfolios in der Grund- und Weiterbildung der Lehrkräfte an Berufsschulen. Er soll einen Überblick über die am Schweizerischen Institut für Berufspädagogik (SIBP) bereits geleistete Arbeit schaffen sowie einige grundsätzlichere Überlegungen zum Gebrauch dieses Lern- und Bewertungsinstruments anstellen. Diese Denkfiguren stützen sich auf Erfahrungen, die wir bisher in zwei Lehrgängen sammeln konnten. Der erste richtete sich an Lehrkräfte der Fächer Mathematik und Naturwissenschaften, der zweite an Lehrer und Lehrerinnen des Faches Recht und Wirtschaft. Im Sinne einer kontinuierlichen Auseinandersetzung wurden das ursprüngliche Konzept nach und nach verfeinert und gezielt Aspekte der Bewertung vertieft, die hier im einzelnen dargestellt werden sollen.
Food Tourism in Special Events and Festivals in Appalachian Ohio

AZMAN, ASHLEY M. , M.S., June 2012, Food and Nutrition Sciences Food Tourism in Special Events and Festivals in Appalachian Ohio Director of Thesis: Robert G. Brannan Event tourism is seen as one of the foremost methods of creating publicity, attracting tourists, and producing revenue. Demand for event tourism in rural areas has increased in recent years. This study used survey a research method to collect data by distributing questionnaires to event and festival attendees of Appalachia Ohio. The Appalachian region of Ohio is considered a distressed county by its low socioeconomic status, higher poverty rates, and lower-paying occupations. The survey questionnaire was developed based on a literature review of previous research. Questions regarding visitor motivation of festival/event attending, food interests, satisfaction, travel characteristics, and expenditure were included in the survey. The study explored motivations, food interests, satisfaction, loyalty and buying behaviors of individuals who attended two major local food event festivals. A total of 200 usable surveys were collected. All data were analyzed using SPSS 17.0. Results suggest that the leading motivations for attending food festivals and events are “to see and experience new and different things,” “to enjoy the events atmosphere,” and “to try new and different foods. ” This suggests that while food may not be a significant motivating factor, it is a contributing influence. Attendees for both festivals had a strong interest in food with high levels of satisfaction and loyalty. Both
On the taxonomy of chigger mites (Acariformes: Trombiculidae) parasitizing birds in Thailand and Malaysia, with the description of a new species

Chigger mites were collected from 65 bird species in different regions of Thailand and Malaysia. In total, 21 species were recorded. The previously unknown fauna of chiggers parasitizing shorebirds of Thailand included one new species, Neacariscus (Whartonacarus) andamanensis n. sp. as well as Neacariscus (Neacariscus) pluvius (Wharton, 1945) previously recorded only in Oceania; Neacariscus (Whartonacarus) shiraii (Sasa, Kano and Obata, 1952) (known from Oceania and Japan); and Neacariscus (Whartonacarus) sulae (Oudemans, 1910) and Schoengastia archaea (Taufflieb, 1960), both described from West Africa. Toritrombicula kirhocephales Goff, 1982 described from Papua New Guinea was for the first time recorded in Asia (Thailand). Neoschoengastia gallinarum (Hatori, 1920) and Helenicula comata (Womersley, 1952) were for the first time recorded in Thailand. Ascoschoengastia lorius (Gunther, 1939) was for the first time recorded in Malaysia. Finally, Ericotrombidium cosmetopode (Vercammen-Grandjean and Langston, 1971) described from free larvae, was for the first time recorded on a host (bird Pellorneum ruficeps Swainson); and Leptotrombidium miculum (Traub and Audy, 1954) was for the first time recorded on a bird host. New host species were recorded for a large part of the collected chigger species.
Linear Dichroism Measurements for the Study of Protein-DNA Interactions

Linear dichroism (LD) is a differential polarized light absorption spectroscopy used for studying filamentous molecules such as DNA and protein filaments. In this study, we review the applications of LD for the analysis of DNA-protein interactions. LD signals can be measured in a solution by aligning the sample using flow-induced shear force or a strong electric field. The signal generated is related to the local orientation of chromophores, such as DNA bases, relative to the filament axis. LD can thus assess the tilt and roll of DNA bases and distinguish intercalating from groove-binding ligands. The intensity of the LD signal depends upon the degree of macroscopic orientation. Therefore, DNA shortening and bending can be detected by a decrease in LD signal intensity. As examples of LD applications, we present a kinetic study of DNA digestion by restriction enzymes and structural analyses of homologous recombination intermediates, i.e., RecA and Rad51 recombinase complexes with single-stranded DNA. LD shows that the DNA bases in these complexes are preferentially oriented perpendicular to the filament axis only in the presence of activators, suggesting the importance of organized base orientation for the reaction. LD measurements detect DNA bending by the CRP transcription activator protein, as well as by the UvrB DNA repair protein. LD can thus provide information about the structures of protein-DNA complexes under various conditions and in real time.
Significados de vivencias en cuidados gestacionales de nacidos con bajo peso

El bajo peso al nacer se considera un problema en salud pública multifactorial, con consecuencias como la morbimortalidad neonatal, deficiencias en el desarrollo cognitivo y el aumento del riesgo de desarrollo de enfermedades crónicas en etapas posteriores de la vida. Objetivo: interpretar los significados de las vivencias en cuidados gestacionales de las mujeres con hijos con bajo peso al nacer a término, que permitan identificar aspectos de salud, socioeconómicos, emocionales, entre otros, que sean relevantes durante la gestación y que puedan ser caracterizados e incluidos en el marco de las políticas públicas vinculantes en Sincelejo, Sucre. Metodología: fenomenología aplicada a ocho mujeres madres de niños/as con bajo peso al nacer a término. La información fue procesada con el método Colaizzi. Resultados: derivaron cinco macro categorías: 1) Cuidado y cuidado de sí en la gestación. 2) La salud en movimiento durante los cuidados de la gestación. 3) El cambio como vivencia permanente en la gestación. 4) Economía y gestación. 5) Las emocionalidades habitan la gestación. Conclusiones: El estudio atiende al nacimiento y a los factores contextuales, sociales y familiares relacionados. Se convirtió en una vía hacia el conocimiento protagonizado por las gestantes de gran utilidad para las políticas públicas.
An Analysis of the Fama-French Three-Factor Models Capacity to Account for Cross-sectional Volatility in Stock Returns

The studys main focus is on the Fama-French Three-Factor Models capacity to account for cross-sectional volatility in stock returns. The Fama-French Three-Factor Model was used to assess a sample of 720 equity funds and determine each funds excess returns and three-factor risk exposures. The exposure of each element was then tested using linear regression to see if it could predict the excess returns. The studys focus is on the shortcomings of the traditional Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) and the possibility that the 3-factor model could offer a more precise and thorough explanation of stock returns. The empirical results indicate that it may not be robust all the time, and there could be other factors functioning meanwhile, which are not captured by the model. Furthermore, the Efficient Market Hypothesis (EMH) may not be effective and accurate in its strictest form. The studys empirical examination of the Three-Factor Model and its implications for the Efficient Market Hypothesis (EMH) and other related ideas are what give it its value.
Vehicle Following Control via V2V SIMO Communications Using MBD Approach

Autonomous vehicle systems have been significantly increasing in design complexity, including precise control, reliable communications, and data security. This paper presents a Model-Based Design (MBD) framework on MATLAB/Simulink to integrate the vehicle model, Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication model, and autonomous driving scenario model. A vehicle-following control model is demonstrated to maneuver a follower vehicle using locations and velocities of the leader vehicle sent via V2V. The vehicle model consists of Time to Collision (TTC), velocity decision control, path-following control, and vehicle dynamics. The follower vehicle decision is modeled by MathWorks Stateflow considering the important factors including velocities, positions, lanes, obstacles, and buildings that effect V2V communication efficiency. Simulink Design Verifier which is a formal verification tool was then used to verify the TTC, velocity decision, and path following control. The test coverage analysis and test harness were repeated to generate test patterns with 100% coverage results. The experiments were done under the following communications and environmental conditions: single-input-single-output (SISO) without buildings, SISO with buildings, and single-input-multiple-output (SIMO) with buildings. The resulting communication packet delivery ratios were 100%, 95.32%, and 99.91%, respectively. This reveals that the proposed method can effectively model the vehicle following control and autonomous driving scenario including the effects of V2V communications efficiencies.
Smoking Cessation, Version 3.2022

Although the harmful effects of smoking after a cancer diagnosis have been clearly demonstrated, many patients continue to smoke cigarettes during treatment and beyond. The NCCN Guidelines for Smoking Cessation emphasize the importance of smoking cessation in all patients with cancer and seek to establish evidence-based recommendationstailoredtotheuniqueneedsandconcernsofpatients with cancer. The recommendations contained herein describe interventions for cessation of all combustible tobacco products (eg, cigarettes, cigars, hookah), including smokeless tobacco products. However, recommendations are based on studies of cigarette smoking. The NCCN Smoking Cessation Panel recommends that treatment plans for all patients with cancer who smoke include the following 3 tenets that should be done concurrently: (1) evidence-based motivational strategies and behavior therapy (counseling), which can be brief; (2) evidence-based pharmacotherapy
Fault-Tolerant Strategy for the MMC-Based PV System With Faults Detection and Converter Reconfiguration Using Permutation Algorithms

The modular multilevel converter has gained popularity in various applications, including photovoltaic (PV) solar energy conversion. Its modular structure allows for the transformation of an MMC into an MMC-based photovoltaic system, sharing key operational characteristics such as modularity, flexibility, redundancy, increased efficiency, and fault tolerance. To ensure the reliability and uninterrupted operation of the modified MMC, even in the event of potential failures in the photovoltaic submodules (PVSMs), a fault-tolerant strategy is developed in this study. It assumes that the Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) of the PVSMs is already guaranteed. Redundant submodules (rSM) are utilized to maintain power balance between the converter arms through voltage control, while reserve submodules (RSMs) are in place to rescue the converter in case of a failure. The detection and localization of faults in the PVSMs/rSMs are achieved through sliding mode observers (SMOs), and the converter reconfiguration is carried out using the proposed permutation algorithms for switching signals and SMs voltages. For precise control of the output current and electrical grid connection, the $dq$ -reference frame control method is employed. To validate these proposed algorithms, time-domain simulations are conducted using the Simulink/Matlab software.
Arsenic uptake and metabolism by a marine cyanobacteria PCC7002

Cyanobacteria Synechococcus PCC7002 is a typical marine bacterium that can tolerate salinity at around 20 ppt. In this study, cyanobacterium PCC7002 cells were incubated in a controlled environmental chamber for one week. Three different arsenic V (AsV) concentrations were added to the culture to observe the cyanobacterium’s capability to arsenic uptake. The arsenic uptake was then compared to the control media (without AsV addition). The higher the arsenic concentration added to the media, the more Arsenic occurs in the cells. Cyanobacteria cells could take up arsenic from their media at the range of 60-90% of the total arsenic exposed to the media, which showed their high arsenic tolerance. Speciation analysis using tandem HPLC and ICPMS showed that As-sugar is the main arsenic species in the cells, while inorganic arsenic is the main arsenic species in the media. Further analysis for signal confirmation using LCMS showed that the transformation of inorganic AsV into organic arsenic (As-sugar) confirmed the biotransformation of arsenic in the cyanobacteria cells. This result proves the vital role of cyanobacteria in arsenic cycling and biotransformation in marine environments.
Review on Strain Monitoring of Aircraft Using Optical Fibre Sensor

— Structural health monitoring of aircraft assures safety, integrity and reduces cost-related concerns by reducing the number of times maintenance is required. Under aerodynamic loading, aircraft is subjected to strain, in turn causing damage and breakdown. This paper presents a review of experimental works, which focuses on monitoring strain of various parts of aircraft using optical fibre sensors. In addition, this paper presents a discussion and review on different types of optical fibre sensors used for structural health monitoring (SHM) of aircraft. However, the focus of this paper is on fibre bragg gratings (FBGs) for strain monitoring. Here, FBGs are discussed in detail because they have proved to be most viable and assuring technology in this field. In most cases of strain monitoring, load conditioning and management employs finite element method (FEM). However, more effort is still required in finding the accurate positions in real time where the sensors can be placed in the structure and responds under complex deformation.
The numerical simulation of groundwater in the south of Qinwangchuang Basin

The substance of groundwater numerical simulation is the mechanism simulation of ground water in the porous medium. Based on the hydrological geology, hydrological geological parameter obtained from the wells and the long term observed groundwater level data and by using the ArcGIS and professional groundwater soft--Aqua3D, the two dimension transient groundwater flow modes were built in the south of Qinwangchuang Basin. Through the identified model, we concluded that the groundwater level would rise 0.98 m in 5 years and the pickled range would deteriorate when the conditions in the basin reach the designed conditions.
The Field Technician Scheduling Problem with Experience-Dependent Service Times

This research studies the Field Technician Scheduling Problem with Experience-Dependent Service Times (FTSP–EDST), involving three main features: matching maintenance tasks with available technicians, sequencing the tasks, and considering the experience-dependent service times. Given a limited number of technicians, the objective is to maximize the collected profit for servicing tasks. This study formulates the problem as a mixed-integer linear programming model and proposes a Modified Iterated Local Search (MILS) to solve the benchmark problem instances of various sizes. A set of FTSP–EDST instances is generated based on existing publicly accessible data, and MILS is utilized to solve these newly generated instances. Computational results confirm the effectiveness of MILS in solving FTSP–EDST.