Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Plant biodiversity assessment through soil eDNA reflects temporal and local diversity

Several studies have shown the potential of eDNA‐based proxies for plant identification, but little is known about their spatial and temporal resolution. This limits its use for plant biodiversity assessments and monitoring of vegetation responses to environmental changes. Here we calibrate the temporal and spatial plant signals detected with soil eDNA surveys by comparing with a standard visual above‐ground vegetation survey. Our approach compares vegetation in an old‐growth boreal forest in southern Norway, surveyed in 100 permanent 1‐m2 plots seven times over a 30‐year period, with a single soil eDNA metabarcoding‐based survey from soil samples collected at the same 100 plots in the year of the last vegetation survey. On average, 60% and 10% of the vascular plants and bryophytes recorded across all vegetation surveys were detected by soil eDNA. Taxa detected by soil eDNA were more representative for the local taxa pool than for the specific plot, and corresponded to those surveyed over the 30‐year period although most closely matched the current taxa composition. Soil eDNA detected abundant taxa better than rare ones although both rare taxa and taxa unrecorded by the visual survey were detected. Our study highlights the potential of soil eDNA assessments for monitoring of vegetation responses over broad spatial and temporal scales. The method's ability to detect abundant taxa makes it suitable for assessment of vegetation composition in a specific area and for broad‐scale plant diversity assessments.
Corporate Social Responsibility Moderates the Relationship of Corporate Governance and Investment Decisions; New insight from Emerging Markets

Purpose: This paper examines the relationship between Corporate Governance, Corporate Investment, and Financial Performance of firms with moderating relationship of Corporate Social Responsibility in emerging markets of Asia (Pakistan, China, Malaysia, and India). Design/Methodology/Approach: To examine the impact, the panel data of 214 non-financial listed firms from 2014–to 2019 was collected. Findings: We documented a new insight that CSR and CG are significantly associated with CI and FP. Results also show that the quality of CG and CSR enriches the CI decisions that improved FP. Findings also show that CSR moderates the relationship between CG and CI decisions, and between CG and firms’ FP. The board directors and ownership concentration have a positive relationship with CI decisions and FP. Overall CSR moderates the relationship between CI and CP. Implications/Originality/Value: These findings are beneficial to the management of corporations working in emerging markets to improve CSR activities. This research also contributes to existing literature, on how CSR moderates the relationship between CG and CI decisions in the given contexts.
D iagnosis of Mixed Eccentricity in 400 kW Induction Machine Based on Inspection of Stator Current Spectrums

A bstract. This paper dealing with diagnosis of induction m achines affected by combined eccentricity via analyzing the sator curents, inspection of the current spectrums and predict the harmonics that present in the spectrums and represent an indication for this ailment . The machine under invistigation is a 400 kW, four pole-pair, squarelcage induction machine. The current spectrums were calculated for the cases of full symmetry and mixed eccentricity. The calculations presented in this paper, are based on the poly-harmonic model that accounting for static and dynamic eccentricity, stator and rotor slotting, parallel branches as well as cage asymmetry. The calculations were followed by Fourier analysis of the stator currents in steady state operation. The inspection of the current spectrums focusing on two main zones these are the 50 Hz fundamental harmonic zone and the main slot harmonic zone. The paper will include the zooms of the above mentioned zones to demonstrate the harmonics presented in each zone. The calculated spectrums will be compared with the spectrums of the real measured currents.
Comparison of Electrochemical Chloride Extraction Models for Reinforced Concrete Structures Based on Multiple Potential Theories

For chloride-contaminated RC structures, steel corrosion is one of the most common reasons causing the deterioration of reinforced concrete (RC) structures. Electrochemical chloride extraction (ECE), which migrates the chloride ions out of the RC structure, is preferred as it is a nondestructive repairing method. In this context, electrokinetic models are often used to investigate ECE processes. Currently, electrokinetic models based on diﬀerent potential theories, such as the constant potential, electroneutrality, and Gauss’ law, may be used to solve the potential distribution. Although many ECE numerical simulations have been conducted, there has been no systematic comparison of models based on diﬀerent potential theories. Therefore, in this study, a comprehensive comparative study has been conducted on these models in terms of the potential distribution, current density, quantity of electric charge, and ion concentration. Two commonly used ECE methods, namely, steady voltage and steady current, were numerically simulated and analyzed. The numerical results with actual ECE data were also compared. Although the electrokinetic model based on electroneutrality might overestimate the residual chloride concentration and underestimate current density and hydroxyl concentration, critical analysis suggests that electroneutrality is more appropriate than the constant potential and Gauss’ law for electrokinetic modeling.
Gdnf Acts as a Germ Cell-Derived Growth Factor and Regulates the Zebrafish Germ Stem Cell Niche in Autocrine- and Paracrine-Dependent Manners

Glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) and its receptor (GDNF Family Receptor α1-GFRα1) are well known to mediate spermatogonial stem cell (SSC) proliferation and survival in mammalian testes. In nonmammalian species, Gdnf and Gfrα1 orthologs have been found but their functions remain poorly investigated in the testes. Considering this background, this study aimed to understand the roles of the Gdnf-Gfrα1 signaling pathway in zebrafish testes by combining in vivo, in silico and ex vivo approaches. Our analysis showed that zebrafish exhibit two paralogs for Gndf (gdnfa and gdnfb) and its receptor, Gfrα1 (gfrα1a and gfrα1b), in accordance with a teleost-specific third round of whole genome duplication. Expression analysis further revealed that both ligands and receptors were expressed in zebrafish adult testes. Subsequently, we demonstrated that gdnfa is expressed in the germ cells, while Gfrα1a/Gfrα1b was detected in early spermatogonia (mainly in types Aund and Adiff) and Sertoli cells. Functional ex vivo analysis showed that Gdnf promoted the creation of new available niches by stimulating the proliferation of both type Aund spermatogonia and their surrounding Sertoli cells but without changing pou5f3 mRNA levels. Strikingly, Gdnf also inhibited late spermatogonial differentiation, as shown by the decrease in type B spermatogonia and down-regulation of dazl in a co-treatment with Fsh. Altogether, our data revealed that a germ cell-derived factor is involved in maintaining germ cell stemness through the creation of new available niches, supporting the development of spermatogonial cysts and inhibiting late spermatogonial differentiation in autocrine- and paracrine-dependent manners.
Seven Decades of Project Portfolio Management Research (1950–2019) and Perspectives for the Future

Although project portfolio management (PPM) has been on the research agenda for at least seven decades (1950–2019), the number of contributions on the topic continues to grow. Literature reviews help us to integrate and build on what we already know and to understand where we came from. However, reviews proving a shared historical narrative of the discipline are scarce but key. Thus, we trace the literature back to its origin, building and synthesizing our historical narrative into a model. We evaluate what has already happened and what will most likely shape the future.
The Concept of Sustainability in Contemporary Architecture and Its Significant Relationship with Vernacular Architecture of Iran

The energy crisis in 1970s and environmental problems following that affected many human activities and caused the field of architectural design, as one of the factors contributing to the high consumption of energy, to face a difficult challenge. Hence, the issue of environmental protection, the need for future generations and enjoying free energies, proposed a new concept as "sustainability" in all sciences. According to the studies conducted, the principles of sustainable architecture have been partially met in many of our local and traditional buildings. The main aim of this study is to investigate the concept of sustainability and describe its relations with the vernacular architecture of Iran. In this regard, this study is supposed to give an appropriate response to the problems raised using library research and analytical-descriptive method; and finally by investigating and analysis of various specifications sustainable architecture, to provide design principles of sustainable architecture in the current era.
IDENTIFYING INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS IN SATELLITE IMAGES FOR SUSTAINABLE URBAN PLANNING: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF METHODS AVAILABLE

The current urbanization trend, along with a shortage of affordable housing, has led to the proliferation of informal settlements in most cities in the global south. The variance in spectral, spatial image resolution, texture, colours, and complex physical shapes of informal urban settlements has made it difficult to provide accurate evidence for urban planners to achieve sustainable urban planning. In this article, the PRISMA methodology was used to thoroughly investigate various techniques used to classify informal settlements from satellite imagery between 2010 and 2021, as well as identify the methods' strengths and weaknesses, along with image indicators used in generating adequate information for sustainable urban planning. According to the study, the dominant models and approaches used to identify or detect informal settlements in satellite imagery for urban planning purposes are remote sensing, GIS, and artificial intelligence (machine learning) applications, as well as quantitative indicators. It was also revealed that without an integrated methodology, the proposed approaches used in different studies could not accurately detect and classify informal settlements. This is due to similarities in the texture of buildings of both formal and informal settlements, as well as variations in image spectral and spatial resolutions, as reported in previous studies.
A stochastic goodwill model depending on quality level and advertising

This paper focuses on a stochastic goodwill model involving a single manufacturer and a single retailer in a supply chain, in which both quality level and goodwill level are governed by stochastic differential equations. In both the linear-quadratic Stackelberg game and linear-quadratic cooperative game, explicit expressions are obtained for the optimal quality improvement efforts level of the manufacturer, the optimal advertising efforts level of the retailer as well as the optimal profit of the supply chain. We also derive the expectation and variance values for quality and goodwill levels, respectively. The distribution of incremental profit and subsidy are analysed in the cooperative game via the utility theory. Finally, several numerical experiments are reported to show the influence of decay rates and white noise disturbance of the quality and goodwill levels on the expectation of quality and goodwill levels.
A Comprehensive Review of Power Converter Topologies and Control Methods for Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Applications

Wide-scale adoption and projected growth of electric vehicles (EVs) necessitate research and development of power electronic converters to achieve high power, low-cost, and reliable charging solutions for the EV battery. This paper presents a comprehensive review of EV off-board chargers that consist of ac-dc and dc-dc power stages from the power network to the EV battery. Although EV chargers are categorized into two types, namely, on-board and off-board chargers, it is essential to utilize off-board chargers for dc fast and ultra-fast charging so that volume and weight of EV can be reduced significantly. Here, we discuss the state-of-the-art topologies and control methods of both ac-dc and dc-dc power stages for off-board chargers, focusing on technical details, ongoing progress, and challenges. In addition, most of the recent multiport EV chargers integrating PV, energy storage, EV, and grid are presented. Moreover, comparative analysis has been carried out for the topologies and the control schemes of ac-dc rectifiers, dc-dc converters, and multiport converters in terms of architecture, power and voltage levels, efficiency, bidirectionality, control variables, advantages, and disadvantages which can be used as a guideline for future research directions in EV charging solutions.
Metal Embedded Porous Carbon for Efficient CO2 Cycloaddition under Mild Conditions

Nitrogen-doped porous carbon material was generated via thermal pyrolysis of zeolitic imidazole frameworks (ZIFs). The structure of the ZIF templates was tuned, so that the obtained product was an N-doped porous carbon-containing encapsulated metal nanoparticle. The hierarchical structural and unique properties of pyrolyzed materials are involved in further application, including catalysis. The as-synthesized porous carbon materials were applied as a catalyst for CO2 fixation on cyclic carbonates under near ambient pressure without solvent and co-catalyst. The zinc dispersion in highly porous carbon material, deriving from ZIF-8, exhibited a superior catalytic performance among the synthesized materials. The acid sites (Zn species) and the incorporated basic sites (N-species) present in the porous carbon material are essential for a high affinity for gas adsorption and CO2 conversion. Additionally, the catalyst was found to be very robust and stable during recycling studies as the catalytic performance remained high for seven cycles.
The cellular microenvironment and cytoskeletal actin dynamics in liver fibrogenesis

Hepatic stellate cells (HSCs) are the primary effector cells in liver fibrosis. In the normal liver, HSCs serve as the primary vitamin A storage cells in the body and retain a “quiescent” phenotype. However, after liver injury, they transdifferentiate to an “activated” myofibroblast-like phenotype, which is associated with dramatic upregulation of smooth muscle specific actin and extracellular matrix proteins. The result is a fibrotic, stiff, and dysfunctional liver. Therefore, understanding the molecular mechanisms that govern HSC function is essential for the development of anti-fibrotic medications. The actin cytoskeleton has emerged as a key component of the fibrogenic response in wound healing. Recent data indicate that the cytoskeleton receives signals from the cellular microenvironment and translates them to cellular function—in particular, increased type I collagen expression. Dynamic in nature, the actin cytoskeleton continuously polymerizes and depolymerizes in response to changes in the cellular microenvironment. In this viewpoint, we discuss the recent developments underlying cytoskeletal actin dynamics in liver fibrosis, including how the cellular microenvironment affects HSC function and the molecular mechanisms that regulate the actin-induced increase in collagen expression typical of activated HSCs.
System of Controlling the Reliability of Hydraulic Machinery in Oil and Gas Facilities

Under current conditions of operating hazardous production facilities and the level of environmental regulations, a crucial issue is evaluation and control of technological machinery reliability in hydrocarbon transportation. The authors have developed methodologies and a complex of models and algorithms aimed at creating a support system for control decision-making. It is based on the concepts of the reliability theory and regulatory requirements on technological machinery operation. A mathematical complex has been developed for predicting technical state changes and reliability in order to improve the decision-making efficiency concerning the necessity of preventive maintenance. The example is fundamental statements on reliability evaluation using fluctuation analysis.
Are the Physical and Cognitive Functions of Older Adults Affected by Having a Driver’s License?—A Pilot Study of Suburban Dwellers

Previous studies have frequently reported that those with a driver’s license have better physical and cognitive functions than those without. However, there are many people in the world who do not need or who cannot have a driver’s license. We hypothesized that if the non-driver’s license group had the same or better physical and cognitive functioning as the driver’s license group, they could lead healthy lives without the risk of functional decline or loss of functioning due to surrendering their licenses or giving up driving. The subjects were 47 community-dwelling older adults. We measured their physical function and cognitive function and performed psychological assessment via the following tests: grip strength, Timed Up and Go test, walking speed, Five Times Sit to Stand test, Functional Reach test, Two-Step Test, Mini-Mental State Examination, Trail Making Test, Modified Falls Efficacy Scale, Geriatric Depression Scale, and University of California Los Angeles Loneliness Scale. In previous studies, it has been said that having a driver’s license provides good physical, cognitive, and psychological functions. However, in this study, loneliness and executive function were strongly influenced by age and sex, and no direct relationship to a driver’s license was suggested. Rather, non-driver license holders may be relieved because there is no risk of accidents due to driving, and there is no possibility of a suddenly decline in physical or cognitive function due to revocation of a driver’s license.
EXTRACTION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF RESVERATROL FROM VEGETABLE WASTE FROM VINES

: Vine shoots resulting from vine pruning can become valuable products of interest for many industries. Research conducted to date showed that resveratrol is found in many parts of the vine. The aim of the present study was to determine the resveratrol content in Romanian vine sprouts samples by direct injection into the HPLC instrument coupled with diode array detector after being filtered through 0.45 μm PTFE membrane filters. The resveratrol content varied from 5.44 mg/100 g to 10.27 mg/100 g in ethanolic extracts. For aqueous extract, the resveratrol was found in only two samples in very low concentration. Thise paper aimed to contribute to the research on the capitalization of residual products from viticulture industry.
Climate risks and their implications for commercial property valuations

PurposeThe authors outline a framework that captures the channels through which physical climate risks could affect cash flows and pricing of income-producing real estate. This facilitates detailed consideration of how the future performance of real estate investments could be affected by such risks.Design/methodology/approachThis is a literature-based investigation that draws on work commissioned by UNEP-FI (Clayton et al., 2021a, b). It extends this work to consider in more detail the channels through which climate risks may impact property performance and the implications for the valuation community.FindingsRecent empirical studies have identified more instances where pricing is reflecting both current and anticipated climate risks. Market valuations cannot properly incorporate climate risk without clear evidence that it is priced by market participants, but valuers can advise clients on the potential for future impacts.Research limitations/implicationsWhile inferences can be made from studies of residential real estate, more research on commercial real estate pricing and climate risk is required to assist valuers and their clients, as well as other stakeholders in the real estate market.Practical implicationsDifferences between a Market Value and an Investment Value context are considered, and how valuers could and should account for climate risk in each setting is discussed with reference to existing professional standards and guidance.Originality/valueThe article synthesises a wide range of literature to produce a framework for the channels by which real estate values could be influenced by climate risk.
EFFICIENT POWER OSCILLATION DAMPING CONTROL BY ADAPTIVE NEURO FUZZY CONTROLLER BASED POWER SYSTEM STABILIZER

Low frequency Inter-area oscillations are undesirable which affects the goals of maximum power transfer and optimal power flow. Power system stabilizers can be added to the automatic voltage regulators on the generators to reduce the effect of low frequency inter area oscillation. Different types of power system stabilizers are developed to reduce low frequency inter area oscillations inter but the area is still open for the efficient power stabilizer, for handling the power oscillations without increasing the system controller complexity. This paper presents a way to improve the dynamic stability of interconnected power systems by damping of inter area oscillations in two area four machine power system by designing of Adaptive Neuro Fuzzy Inference System based controller. The implementation is done with the Simulink of MATLAB 2012(b). The obtained results shows that ANIFS-PSS is capable of damping power oscillations in multi area system.
Enthesitis in Bowel-Associated Dermatosis-Arthritis Syndrome in an Ulcerative Colitis Patient

Bowel-associated dermatosis-arthritis syndrome (BADAS) is a rare and recurrent neutrophilic dermatosis condition. Due to the rarity of this syndrome and the difficulty of the disease recognition and management, there was no clear reported incidence rate of this syndrome. 20% of patients after ileojejunal bypass surgery for morbid obesity were reported, by Jorizzo et al., to have BADAS. The underlying etiology of BADAS is not fully understood; therefore, the diagnosis of this condition is difficult and the approach for the management as well. Herein, we report a case of BADAS with unusual musculoskeletal presentation.
A Hybrid Nine-level Inverter Topology for an Open-end Stator Winding Induction Motor

Abstract In this article, a new hybrid nine-level inverter topology for an induction motor with an open-end stator winding is proposed. In the proposed topology, one end of the open-end winding is fed by a three-phase five-level inverter, and the other end is connected to a conventional three-phase two-level inverter. The three-phase five-level structure is realized by cascading a three-level flying capacitor inverter with capacitor-fed H-bridge in each phase. In the proposed topology, a total of 17,576 space vector combinations are available; hence, the capacitor voltages can be maintained at desired levels using switching redundancies. As compared to conventional topologies that require 48 switches, the proposed topology requires only 30 switches and completely eliminates the requirement of clamping diodes, which are required in a neutral point clamped inverter. Also, it requires only two capacitors per phase, whereas the nine-level flying capacitor inverter requires 28 capacitors per phase. In case of fault in any H-bridge, the system can be operated as a five-level inverter at its full power rating and improves the reliability of the inverter. The performance of the proposed system has been experimentally investigated on a 1.5-kW open-end stator winding induction motor, and results are presented.