Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
ECC Based Defense Scheme for Selective Drop Attack in Wireless Ad Hoc Network

: Performance and security are two critical functions of wireless ad-hoc networks (WANETs). Network security ensures the integrity, availability, and performance of WANETs. It helps to prevent critical service interruptions and increases economic productivity by keeping networks functioning properly. Since there is no centralized network management in WANETs, these networks are susceptible to packet drop attacks. In selective drop attack, the neighbouring nodes are not loyal in forwarding the messages to the next node. It is critical to identify the illegitimate node, which overloads the host node and isolating them from the network is also a complicated task. Resistive to selective drop attack (RSDA) scheme is proposed to provide effective security against selective drop attack. A lightweight RSDA protocol is proposed for detecting malicious nodes in the network under a particular drop attack. The RSDA protocol can be integrated with the many existing routing protocols for WANETs such as AODV and DSR. It accomplishes reliability in routing by disabling the link with the highest weight and authenticate the nodes using the elliptic curve digital signature algorithm. In the proposed methodology, the packet drop rate, throughput and end to end delay are analysed.
In silico transcriptomic analysis of ascending colon cancer unearths known and novel genes and gene sets regard to characteristic features of colon cancer

Objectives: Colon cancer emerges as a serious health problem in both men and women. Cancers in the colon have different genotypes and phenotypes according to the anatomical region. Tumors in ascending colon are usually diagnosed later, but it is more malignant than the descending and transverse colon, and the survival rates of patients are lower than other regions. The purpose of this study was to determine significantly high or low expressed genes in the ascending colon tumors by comparing all genome information obtained from cancer samples of ascending, transverse and descending colon. In concordance with all this information, another aim of the study was to identify the pathways to which the genes obtained from the colon in the large intestine and to determine their relationship with each other and to correlate them with the characteristics of cancer. Methods: Gene expression values for three subtypes of colon cancer as ascending, transverse, and descending were obtained from GEO (Gene Expression Omnibus) (GSE41258). Data included a total of 47 ascending, 18 transverse and 31 descending colon cancer patient samples. Linear regression analysis was performed to determine differentially expressed genes. Gene Cluster 3.0 was used in order to cluster the genes hierarchically. In addition to linear regression and hierarchical clustering, network analysis with multivariable genes was performed in Cytoscape application 3.8. 2 using GeneMANIA. GSEA 4.1. 0 (Gene Set Enrichment Analysis) was performed to understand the different genes among the specified groups. Results: As a result of these analyses, it was determined that there were 85 genes with high expression and 139 genes with low expression in the ascending colon tumor samples. It has been shown that these genes can differentiate tumor samples in the ascending colon better than tumor samples in other colon regions. Conclusion: Our findings are important for understanding the genome of ascending colon tumors; if these findings are confirmed in vitro and clinically, it may have potential to be revealed that the identified genes also have biomarker properties for tumors in the ascending colon.
Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility in Green Supply Chain Management

This research work, as a review about concepts of sustainability, CSR and green supply chain management (GSCM), discusses latest literature and explains the role of sustainability and CSR in GSCM for businesses and sees how they are contributing in development of environment and social responsibilities through green practices in developing countries specifically in Pakistan. We take a manufacturing company named as Lucky Cement, as its case study from Pakistan that has adopted the sustainability and CSR practices in its one of the core business objectives and bring more innovations along with green supply chain management. We find that Lucky Cement follows both sustainability and CSR in their green supply chains. The stated company follows the Triple Bottom Line/3Ps but not aligned to 5Ps mentioned in UN agenda. This company needs to focus on problems by following guidelines prescribed by UN. This study is a contribution in terms of reviewing the available literature and binding them with a specific case study (Lucky Cement) to observe the argument created by this work.
The Clinical Significance of MIF Serum-Level as an Early Predictive Marker of Cardiovascular Risk in Patients with Vitiligo

Background: In the pathogenesis of vitiligo, pro-inflammatory cytokines have been linked to insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, and atherosclerosis; which are associated with cardiovascular diseases (CD). Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor (MIF) is a pro-inflammatory cytokine that is well-described in the pathogenesis of several autoimmune disorders. Also, MIF has been involved in the development of atherosclerosis and has emerged as a cardiovascular risk (CR) factor. Objective: Our objective was to analyze the relationship between MIF and CR in patients with vitiligo. Method: We evaluated dyslipidemia, insulin resistance, and CR according to the Castelli Atherogenic Index, ultrasensitive C-reactive protein (usCRP), and carotid atherosclerosis by the intima-media thickness (IMT) in 50 patients and 50 healthy subjects. MIF concentrations were measured by ELISA assay. MIF tissue expression was evaluated by automated immunohistochemistry. The relationship of these cardiovascular alterations was investigated concerning the extent and activity of vitiligo. Results A higher prevalence of low HDL cholesterol (HDL-c) and moderate/high CR according to Castelli Atherogenic Index was observed in the vitiligo group. Subjects with generalized/universal vitiligo had more CR as stated in higher usCRP values, Castelli Index, Carotid IMT averages, and lower HDL-c levels. MIF serum levels were higher in patients with active disease, HOMA-IR >2.4, HDL <40mg/dL, and high-risk usCRP. Serum MIF levels were negatively correlated with variables of CR in vitiligo. It was increased MIF expression in depigmented skin. Conclusions This study provides the first evidence for the involvement of MIF in the evolution of CR in vitiligo.
Health Care Experiences in Rural, Remote, and Metropolitan Areas of Australia

Background: Australia is a vast land with extremes in weather and terrain. Disparities exist between the health of those who reside in the metropolitan areas versus those who reside in the rural and remote areas of the country. Australia has a public health system called Medicare; a basic level of health cover for all Australians that is funded by taxpayers. Most of the hospital and health services are located in metropolitan areas, however for those who live in rural or remote areas the level of health service provision can be lower; with patients required to travel long distances for health care. Purpose: This paper will explore the disparities experienced by Australians who reside in regional and remote areas of Australia. Method: A search of the literature was performed from healthcare databases using the search terms: healthcare, rural and remote Australia, and social determinants of health in Australia. Findings: Life in the rural and remote areas of Australia is identified as challenging compared to the metropolitan areas. Those with chronic illnesses such as diabetes are particularly vulnerable to morbidities associated with poor access to health resources and the lack of service provision. Conclusion: Australia has a world class health system. It has been estimated that 70% of the Australian population resides in large metropolitan areas and remaining 30% distributed across rural and remote communities. This means that 30% of the population are not experiencing their health care as ‘world-class’, but rather are experiencing huge disparities in their health outcomes. Keywords: rural and remote, health access, mental health issues, social determinants DOI: https://doi.org/10.14574/ojrnhc.v21i1. 652
Preparation and properties of microcrystalline cellulose gels

Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) gels were obtained from wood pulp destructed by a thermocatalytic method developed in the Cellulose Laboratory, Latvian State Institute of Wood Chemistry. A weak hydrochloric acid solution was used as a catalyst. As a result of the treatment, a cellulose destructed to the levelling-off degree of polymerization (LODP) (∼250 units) was obtained. Two methods were applied for gel preparation. According to one of the methods, immediately after the treatment, the destructed pulp was dispersed in aqueous medium in a ball mill. According to the other method, the destructed pulp was primarily ground in the dry form in a ball mill and then dispersed in water in the same mill. As a result, at a cellulose concentration of above 7%, a gel with a high water retention volume (WRV) (at concentrations of 8 to 15%, it was > 300%) and theological properties, characteristic for liquid crystalline polymers, was obtained The properties of the gel obtained by the second method at the same cellulose concentration were somewhat inferior (lower yield stress and WRV, etc in comparison with the properties of the gel obtained according to the first method This may have been connected with the microcrystallites damages occurring in the dry grinding process. By spray drying of the gels, a powder was obtained, capable of forming secondary gels, when mixing it with water at high enough cellulose concentrations.
Managerial challenges to promoting competency-based intellectual capital in emerging market economies – developing a framework for implications

Purpose: This study explores the challenges experienced by managers in adopting competency modeling (CM) and recommends an approach to overcome these challenges in promoting competency-based intellectual capital in organizations. Design/method/approach: Using in-depth interviews with organizational practitioners in India, this study identifies the challenges of competency modeling in emerging market economies. Findings: This study identifies nine contextual and eight non-contextual challenges in implementing CM practices in organizations. The framework addresses the CM challenges using direction setting, negotiation and selling, and monitoring and control dimension of implementation with behavioral, operational, and change alignment aspects of CM. The framework proposes a checklist for stakeholders to help them diagnose and analyze the gaps in effective CM implementation. Originality: The framework suggests a checklist for stakeholders to help diagnose and analyze the gaps in effective Competency Modeling adoption. This framework will assist the change management practitioners, HR leaders, Organizational Development consultants, and practitioners as a toolkit to address the challenges in the people management intervention.
Formulation Design for Surfactant-coated Iron Nanoparticle Suspensions

This work describes the design of surfactant formulations used to coat iron oxide nanoparticles and nanoparticles of zero-valent iron (NZVI) with the purpose of imparting colloidal stability and target delivery properties while maintaining the reactivity of NZVI. Iron oxide nanoparticles, although useful as an adsorbent for arsenic and other contaminants, were also used as a non-reactive homologue for the oxide shell structure of partially oxidized NZVI. NZVI can act as reducing agents to transform contaminants such as dense non-aqueous phase liquid (DNAPL) into hydrocarbons and chlorides. Desirable NZVI properties for DNAPL remediation include colloidal stability, mobility in porous media, preferential affinity for contaminant zones (target delivery characteristics), and sustained reactivity with the chlorinated contaminants (for NZVI).
Proceso Analítico Jerárquico (AHP) como método multicriterio para la localización óptima de estaciones intermodales

Las deficiencias del transporte público condicionan nuestra elección de modo de transporte, en México surgen políticas públicas orientadas a mejorar estas deficiencias, las cuales involucran múltiples disciplinas, actores y objetivos. El propósito del presente trabajo es la caracterización de un método multicriterio óptimo a fin de proponer un modelo metodológico para definir la mejor opción de localización de estaciones de transferencia intermodal en la ciudad conurbada Colima - Villa de Álvarez. Los resultados muestran como método óptimo el AHP, ya que ofrece las características necesarias para poder evaluar, analizar y dar solución a las variables que necesita resolver el proyecto.
A Case Report of Rate Control With Ivabradine in a Patient With Refractory Atrial Tachycardia and Heart Failure

Background: Already known ivabradine’s effects in decreasing atrial spontaneous activity and in pulmonary veins, the focal atrial tachycardia, New information is that it is candidate for re-entrant atrial arrhythmias.Case presentation :An 85-year-old woman with a history of underlying ischemic cardiomyopathy complained of worsening heart failure symptoms due to rapid atrial tachycardia, which was resistant to several rate control drugs but responded well to ivabradine. An electrophysiology study demonstrated a roof dependent macro-reentrant tachycardia of the left atrium. Linear ablation at the left atrium roof resulted in termination of the tachycardia. Conclusion: Ivabradine can be used as an effective rate controll drug of reentrant atrial tachycardia.
HIV Positive Adults and Kaposi Sarcoma Cases Prevalence in Namibia

HIV/AIDS is a global pandemic. The annual number of new HIV infections has steadily declined and due to the significant increase in people receiving antiretroviral therapy, the number of AIDS-related deaths has also declined. Namibia is one of the worst affected countries by HIV/AIDS in the world. Kaposi sarcoma is an opportunistic malignancy that occurs in HIV positive patients, the epidemic of AIDS-related type. Even though Kaposi sarcoma incidence has declined during the late 1990s with the advent of highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) against HIV, Namibia must invest more in the screening and treatment of this condition. This is a quantitative study that enumerated the number of KS cases found within a HIV/AIDS population in Namibia. It was a case series that quantified retrospectively, the number of cases of Kaposi sarcoma recorded over a period of 1 year at the Windhoek Central Oncology Clinic using convenience sampling method. The data collected was recorded and entered an Epi-info 7 document project for data analysis. Data was used to calculate the prevalence and relevant frequencies. During the study, 93 cases of KS were reviewed. Prevalence of KS is HIV positive adults in Namibia was 0.03%. The frequency in males (63.44%) was more than female counterparts (36.56%). The ages of patients ranged between 21 and 75 years. The mean age was 41.5 years. Similarly, the mode and median age distribution of KS in HIV positive adults in Namibia was 41 years. The frequency of KS was highest in the age group of 38-47 years of age. Histologically diagnosis (81.72%) predominated over clinical diagnosis (18.28%). The highest frequency of KS lesion location was found in the legs, specifically left leg, and right leg, 15.05% and 13.98% respectively. Overall, the prevalence of KS in HIV positive adults in Namibia is relatively low according to ratios but 93 cases were reported over a period of one year which is a significant number independently.
Kajian Literatur (Systematic Literature Review): Kendala Penerapan Sistem Pemerintahan Berbasis Elektronik (SPBE)

Electronic-based Governance System (SPBE) or known as e-government is an effort to utilize information and communication technology to support government systems and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of government institutions' performance. The implementation of e-government is expected to improve the quality of public services. E-government in the country will usually face many obstacles that can be thwarted in its application. Previous research has discussed more about the constraints of e-government implementation in developing countries. This study aims to identify the obstacles faced in the application of SPBE/e-government in developing and developed countries. This research uses systematic literature review method by Kitchenham. The literature used in this study was taken from several digital Library, namely ACM Digital Library, IEEE Xplore, Science Direct, and Scopus. The results of the study found that constraints in its application in developing and developed countries can be categorized into seven constraints / aspects, namely IT Infrastructure, Human Resources, Policy / Legislation, Politics, Economy, Geography and Culture. These constraints can be a reference for the government to make improvements in the implementation of SPBE so that the quality of services can be better
The ease of transaction and e-service quality of e-commerce platform on online purchasing decision

Online business development ease consumers to make purchases. One marketplace that can be consumer choice to shop online is Akulaku. Online purchasing decisions at Akulaku can be influenced by various factors such as ease of transaction and e-service quality. This study aims to analyze the effect of ease of transaction and e-service quality on online purchasing decisions in Akulaku. A total of 104 Akulaku consumers lived across Indonesia as samples were collected by a purposive sampling technique. The data was collected using an online questionnaire with structured questions given to Akulaku consumers. The data were analyzed using multiple regression. The results indicate that the ease of transaction has a positive influence on online purchasing decisions in Akulaku. Besides, the e-service quality also has a positive influence on the online purchasing decisions in Akulaku.
Does Microbial Diversity of Cave Ecosystems Differ from Outside? The Case of the Azé Show Cave (France)

Badr Alaoui-Sosse UMR 6249 CNRS/Université Bourgogne Franche Shinji Ozaki UMR 6249 CNRS/Université Bourgogne Franche Lionel Barriquand Université Savoie-Mont-Blanc Daniele De Luca University of Naples Federico II Paola Cennamo University of Naples Suor Orsola Benincasa Benoit Vallot UMR 6249 CNRS/Université Bourgogne Franche Laurence Alaoui-Sosse UMR 6249 CNRS/Université Bourgogne Franche Pascale Bourgeade UMR 6249 CNRS/Université Bourgogne Franche Faisl Bousta Laboratoire de Recherche des Monuments Historiques (LRMH) Lot Aleya UMR 6249 CNRS/Université Bourgogne Franche-Comté UsC INRA Stéphane Pfendler (  stephane.pfendler@univ-fcomte.fr ) Laboratoire Chrono Environnement https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1571-2559
Computational Method for Determining the Bound State Oscillator Frequency

Creation and annihilation operator’s method that is associated with the system was proposed to determine the oscillator frequency of the bound system which consists of two or more particles, as a function of the orbital quantum number, which is the main parameter to describe the interaction between particles that create new bounding systems like charmonium, hyperatoms, pentaquark, etc. Using quantum field theory and quantum electrodynamics methods, we are found that the creation of a bound state occurs if the coupling constant be small, and masses of gauge bosons also be very small in comparison with masses of constituent particles. The modified Hamiltonian (Schrodinger equation) based on the oscillator frequency parameter describes the bound state characteristic such as the mass spectrum, the constituent mass of particles, and binding energy. The method is typically used to solve the relativistic or nonrelativistic Schrodinger equation and to calculate the binding energy or energy eigenvalue of the system for a wide class of potentials allowing the existence of a bound state. The main purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship of the particle binding energy with the oscillator frequency of the Coulomb type potential (or other potentials) bound systems with the nonrelativistic Schrodinger equation.
Anticorpos à cultura da desconfiança: o regresso da ciência e da prudência na agenda mediática

Neste artigo explora-se a maneira da cultura mediática contemporânea refletir algumas das mudanças socioculturais e sociopolíticas trazidas pela pandemia. Por um lado, pretende-se analisar a presença constante de alguns representantes da cultura científica dentro do cenário info-comunicacional, por outro observa-se a recrudescência do extremismo ideológico e das narrativas conspirativas. Explorando um conjunto de estudos de caso tenciona-se refletir sobre as implicações culturais e políticas desafiadas por estas duas opostas dimensões presentes no panorama mediático. A introdução na agenda mediática da linguagem e da abordagem científica à emergência sanitária é perspetivada como promissora de uma humanização da ciência e de uma nova aproximação entre peritos e leigos. Porém, ao mesmo tempo, são assinalados os riscos que derivam duma sempre possível politização do seu discurso, bem como duma visão ingénua que perspetiva de forma neutra e autónoma a sua atuação. A violência ideológica que sustenta a infodemia é, por sua vez, analisada como algo que não deve ser pensada apenas como um problema de ignorância ou iliteracia (geradora de fake knowledge), mas como uma forma de revolta orientada à desestabilização social, à refutação das regras do jogo democrático e das formulas jurídico-políticas tradicionais. O problema urgente não é a presença de teorias conspirativas, mas a vontade de acreditar nelas tornando-as objeto de campanhas de ódio. Neste sentido, as ciências da comunicação são desafiadas a colaborar de forma mais integrada com a ciência política e a sociologia da ciência.
Multi model biometrics Recognition using different transforms

To give secure support to biometrics recognition this system deals with multimodal recognition (finger print + Iris recognition) to give efficient performance in the biometrics recognition. The kaggle & MRL eye database is used for the image for both finger print and Iris recognition, 225X225 image size taken into the system and feature extraction made namely edge and color then, combine both the feature together and stored into database. The same procedure applicable for training image as well as testing image. Haar transform, Fourier Transform and Laplace Transform for the feature extraction used and compare the result among the transform result justify the efficiency of the best transform. Now, The testing image load into the system feature extraction made and match with the database for the secure process in multi model biometrics.