Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
PERFORMANCE AND COST BENEFIT OF BROILER CHICKENS FED DIETARY LEVELS OF QUALITY PROTEIN MAIZE AS REPLACEMENT FOR NORMAL MAIZE

An experiment was carried out to evaluate the performance and cost benefits of broiler chickens fed dietary levels of Quality Protein Maize (QPM) as replacement for normal maize. Five diets were formulated in which QPM replaced normal maize at 0, 25, 50, 75 and 100% levels. The diets were designated as D1, D2, D3. D4 and D5, respectively. Two hundred and forty (240) day-old Abor Acre broiler chickens were allotted to 5 diets in replicates of 4 containing 12 birds each in a completely randomized design. Feed and water were provided ad libitum and the study lasted for 42 days. Results showed a significant (P<0.05) effect of QPM on daily weight gain, feed conversion ratio, final weight and total weight gain at the finisher phase. Birds on D3 (59.68g), D4 (61.74g) and D5 (64.35g) which were the same and comparable with D1 (54.96g), had significantly (P<0.05) higher daily weight gain than those on D2 (51.44g). Total weight gain of birds on D5 (1800.28g), D4 (1735.55g), D3 (1728.28g), which were the same, was higher (P<0.05) than on D1 (1601.66g) and D2 (1585.44g), which were also the same. Feed cost per kg was higher (N365.76 – 396.60) in QPM-based diets than the control (N355.44). However, feed cost per kg gain was lower (N797.75 – 828.04) in diets containing 50% and above QPM as replacement for normal maize compared to the control (N844.17). The highest cost saving of N46.42 (5.5%) was obtained on D3. It was therefore concluded that QPM can completely replace normal maize in broiler chicken diets with marked reduction in feed cost. However, 50% replacement level appeared to be the most economical.
Genome-Wide Identification of Lettuce GRAS Gene Family Reveals That LsGRAS13 Is Negative Regulator of Thermally Induced Bolting in Lactuca sativa

Lettuce is susceptible to high-temperature stress during cultivation, which leads to bolting and affecting yield. However plant-specific transcription factors known as GRAS proteins play an important role in regulating plant growth development and abiotic stress responses. In this study, the whole LsGRAS genome of lettuce was identified. The results showed that 59 LsGRAS genes were distributed unevenly across nine chromosomes, 100% of which were located in the nucleus. Phylogenetically classified into nine conserved subfamilies. Chromosome localization and gene structure analysis suggested that duplication events and a large number of intronless genes may be the reason for the massive expansion of the LsGRAS gene family. To investigate the expression profiles of these genes in lettuce, we analyzed the transcription levels of all 59 LsGRAS genes in RNA-Seq data under high-temperature treatment with exogenous melatonin. We found that the expression level of LsGRAS13 was higher on 6, 9, 15, 18, and 27 days under high-temperature treatment with melatonin compared to the same treatment days without melatonin. Functional assays revealed that silencing LsGRAS13 resulted in accelerated bolting of lettuce, whereas the flower bud differentiation rate was faster in LsGRAS13-silenced plants than in control plants. In this study, the LsGRAS gene was comprehensively annotated and analyzed. Meanwhile, the expression pattern of the LsGRAS gene under high-temperature treatment was deeply explored, which is of great significance for the response mechanism of plants to high-temperature stress and the improvement of high-temperature stress resistance of lettuce, and provides valuable information and candidate genes.
Use of Germination to Enhance Resveratrol Content and Its Anti-Inflammatory Activity in Lipopolysaccharide-Stimulated RAW264.7 Cells

Inflammation is triggered by a variety of danger signals and is now a worldwide concern. Resveratrol, a natural nonflavonoid polyphenol found in naturally consumed plants and foods, has a wide spectrum of bioactive potency. We successfully generated resveratrol-enriched rice by introducing the resveratrol biosynthesis gene into Dongjin rice. In this study, resveratrol- and piceid-enriched rice (DJ526) was investigated for its anti-inflammatory activity in lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-stimulated RAW264.7 cells compared to normal rice (DJ). In addition, the 5-day-old germinated DJ526 (DJ526_5) was tested for its anti-inflammatory effects. The piceid and resveratrol amounts increased in DJ526_5 by germination. Treatment of LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells with resveratrol-enriched rice seed extracts (DJ526_0 and DJ526_5) significantly decreased the production of nitric oxide (NO) and the inflammatory mediator prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), downregulated proinflammatory gene expression, and inhibited nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) p65, p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase, and extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2 (ERK 1/2) phosphorylation. These findings demonstrated the anti-inflammatory mechanisms of resveratrol-enriched rice in LPS-stimulated RAW264.7 cells. Furthermore, resveratrol-enriched rice could be a potential source of anti-inflammatory agents.
Multi-frequency-band antenna

The utility model provides a multi-frequency-band antenna. The multi-frequency-band antenna comprises a low-frequency-band antenna group, a medium-frequency-band antenna group, a high-frequency-band antenna group and a base plate. The low-frequency-band antenna group is formed by intersection of a first dipolar antenna and a second dipolar antenna. The medium-frequency-band antenna group is formed by connecting a plurality of medium-frequency antennas. The high-frequency-band antenna group is formed by connecting a plurality of high-frequency antennas. The base plate is used for arranging the low-frequency-band antenna group, the medium-frequency-band antenna group and the high-frequency-band antenna group. The low-frequency-band antenna group is arranged above the medium-frequency-band antenna group and the high-frequency-band antenna group. In this way, the efficacy of the antenna can be optimized on the premise that no interference exists in the three frequency bands.
Electrophysiological correlates of the perception of visual illusions: an ERP study

Background. The question of the psychophysiological mechanisms involved in perception of images containing illusory distortions remains open. There is no record on the specifics of the brain functioning while recognizing various types of illusions. Objective. The aim is to analyse the temporal dynamics of evoked brain activity in relation to the type of perceived illusory distortion. Sample. The empirical study involved a sample of 50 respondents aged 18 to 30 years with normal or corrected vision (83% women). Methods. The method of electroencephalography (registration of evoked potentials, EP) was applied in the study. EEG registration was carried out monopolarly in 32 leads, using a multichannel electroencephalograph Neuroimage‑136 (manufactured by the company “ISS”, Russia). The participants of the experiment were presented with 700 visual images, including 6 groups of various illusions and control images in the form of simple geometric shapes that are not distorted. The stimuli were presented in a randomized order, for a limited time (500 ms). The WinEEG program was used to process EEG recordings. Statistical methods: single-­factor analysis of variance (ANOVA), Dunn’s post-hoc test. Statistical analysis was carried out with the JASP 0.16 software package. Results. Comparison of amplitude dynamics between control stimuli and stimuli with illusory images revealed significant differences in the 200–300 ms interval and in late response components (after 500 ms). As a result of the amplitude analysis of the evoked potentials while recognizing different categories of illusory images, significant differences were noted starting from the interval of 100–200 ms and covering both early and middle components of the response, as well as the late ones. Pairwise comparison showed that space curvature illusions, double images, and movement illusions were significantly different from almost all other groups of stimuli. Conclusion. The characteristics of evoked brain activity are specific to the type of perceived distortion. Data on the dynamics of the amplitude characteristics of evoked potentials in recognition of visual illusions, as well as their comparative analysis for various types of illusions, expand the understanding of the systemic work of the brain on formation of visual images in general and perception errors in particular.
Search for the decays of 113Ba

The search for new alpha-emitters in the region above tin-100 was carried out in Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA) tandem accelerator in Tokai, Japan. This work aimed to discover barium-113 produced via the fusion-evaporation reaction nickel-58(nickel58,3n)barium-113 and observation through its alpha-decay chain from barium-113 to xenon109 to tellurium-105 and tin-101. In the proof of principle experiment in March 2014, the alpha-decay chain of xenon-109 was observed with Double-sided Silicon Strip Detector (DSSD) and digital electronics at JAEA Recoil Mass Separator (RMS). The first discoveryoriented barium-113 experiment was carried out in December 2014 searching for its alphadecay, ground-state to ground-state beta-decay and beta-delayed charged particle emission. An estimate was made on the upper limit of half-life of barium-113 as well as the production cross section.
Visualizing rate of change: an application to age‐specific fertility rates

Visualization methods help in the discovery of characteristics that might not have been apparent by using mathematical models and summary statistics. However, visualization methods have not received much attention in demography, with the exceptions of scatter plots and Lexis surfaces. We utilize a phase plane plot to visualize the rate of change, obtained from derivatives of a continuous function. The phase plane plot bears a resemblance to hysteresis loops, isogrowth curves and solutions to differential equations. Using Australian and Chilean fertility, we present phase plane plots. Similarly to the scatter plot and Lexis surface, the phase plane plot identifies the age with maximum fertility rate and displays skewness of the fertility distribution. Unlike the scatter plot and Lexis surface, the phase plane plot identifies the age with maximum positive or negative velocity (i.e. the trend) and can compare the magnitude of the rate of change between any two years on the basis of the size of the radius of circles. The phase plane plot enables visualization of dynamic changes in fertility for a given age over the years and is potentially useful for visualizing dynamic changes in birth cohort fertility. Via the animate package in LATEX, a dynamic phase plane plot is also proposed to visualize changes in fertility over age or year.
On identifiability of higher order block term tensor decompositions of rank Lr⊗ rank-1

ABSTRACT The characteristics of tensor decomposition in certain desirable forms are its uniqueness which appears to be essential in many applications. Extensive work under the framework of algebraic geometry has provided many fundamental results associated with tensor rank and dimension to ensure the generic identifiability. Different from most current approaches in the literature, in this paper, by using algebraic geometry theory, we study the rank and rank rank-1 block term tensor decomposition for higher order tensors. In particular, we establish the sufficient and necessary conditions for a general tensor to have finitely many block term decompositions, and sufficient conditions to guarantee a unique decomposition.
Cardiovascular Functions of Ena/VASP Proteins: Past, Present and Beyond

Actin binding proteins are of crucial importance for the spatiotemporal regulation of actin cytoskeletal dynamics, thereby mediating a tremendous range of cellular processes. Since their initial discovery more than 30 years ago, the enabled/vasodilator-stimulated phosphoprotein (Ena/VASP) family has evolved as one of the most fascinating and versatile family of actin regulating proteins. The proteins directly enhance actin filament assembly, but they also organize higher order actin networks and link kinase signaling pathways to actin filament assembly. Thereby, Ena/VASP proteins regulate dynamic cellular processes ranging from membrane protrusions and trafficking, and cell-cell and cell-matrix adhesions, to the generation of mechanical tension and contractile force. Important insights have been gained into the physiological functions of Ena/VASP proteins in platelets, leukocytes, endothelial cells, smooth muscle cells and cardiomyocytes. In this review, we summarize the unique and redundant functions of Ena/VASP proteins in cardiovascular cells and discuss the underlying molecular mechanisms.
Fulgurite Created by Lightning Bullet Also Known as Ball Lightning, According to Quantum FFF Theory.

FUNCTION FOLLOWS FORM in Quantum FFF THEORY. The FORM and MICROSTRUCTURE of elementary particles, is supposed to be the origin of FUNCTIONAL differences between Axion- Higgs- Graviton- Photon- and Fermion particles. As a consequence, a NEW splitting, accelerating and pairing MASSLESS BLACK HOLE, able to convert vacuum energy (ZPE) into real energy by entropy decrease, seems to be able to explain quick Galaxy- and Star formation, down to Sunspots, (Micro) Comets, Lightning bolts, Sprites and Elves, Sprite Fireballs, Ball Lightning and even sandy ground pipes called fulgurites, as the result of x-ray lightning bolt linear heating and splitting or evaporation, often found in large numbers at sandy beaches. Fulgurites according to Quantum FFF Theory, are assumed to be the result of the splitting and evaporation of smallest form of “electric dark matter black hole” or rigid string based quantum knots. nuclei.
Cutaneous leishmaniasis in Peru using a vector‐host model: Backward bifurcation and sensitivity analysis

The final goal of control policies in neglected vector‐borne diseases in developing countries is to protect humans. These vector‐borne diseases include leishmaniasis, dengue, chagas, and malaria. The traditional control measures for vector‐borne diseases, as with any other illnesses, suggest to reduce the basic reproduction number R0 below the value 1. This strategy is not necessarily sufficient when a backward bifurcation occurs. Because of its worldwide relevance, we are interested in modeling cutaneous leishmaniasis with Peru as a specific example. We use a vector‐host model with an extrinsic incubation period, which gives evidence that a backward bifurcation can occur under certain conditions. We estimate some parameters for the cutaneous leishmaniasis model in Peru. The uncertainty of the parameters suggests that we cannot guarantee the avoidance of a backward bifurcation range. It is important to be attentive to the appearance of phenomena that could make eradication more difficult. Local and global sensitivity analyses agree that R0 is most sensitive to the number of bites by a female sandfly and its natural mortality rate. The former dependency suggests very practical control policies.
Protecting human health and the environment against siloxanes: The role and effectiveness of wastewater treatment technologies

Abstract Since they were first synthesized in 1940, siloxanes have been widely exploited by the cosmetic, construction, pharmaceutical, and food industries. Global siloxane production has grown steadily throughout the decades and now exceeds 10 million tons per year. This production growth has resulted in greater environmental spillover, whose adverse impacts are still being studied. Yet, a growing body of reports, government policies, and scientific investigations agree that volatile organic silicon compounds are some of the most noxious forms of siloxane chemistry. Environmental remediation of siloxanes is challenging; therefore, it is strategically advantageous to intercept and treat siloxanes before they reach the environment. Wastewater treatment plants are a primary collection point for siloxanes that originate from the residential sector, where siloxane products are consumed and rinsed away in copious quantities (e.g. cosmetics and personal care products). However, conventional wastewater treatment often cannot entirely remove siloxanes, which means a substantial portion still reaches the environment. There are advanced treatment technologies that target siloxanes (e.g. physical/chemical absorption and membrane separation); however, these technologies substantially increase the treatment cost. Therefore, researchers are pursuing other siloxane treatment strategies, including new biological approaches. This review provides a fresh look at the history, societal importance, and environmental impacts of siloxanes and the methods used to treat them. The review calls upon a wide array of research to compare and critically evaluate these treatment strategies – old and new – using basic concepts of sustainability as criteria. Graphical abstract
Theoretical Design of the Absorber for Intermediate Band Solar Cells from Group‐IV (Si, Ge, and Sn)‐Doped AgAlSe2

Recently, chalcopyrite compounds have been extensively studied as the absorber for solar cells. Inserting an intermediate band in the main band gap of the absorber has been proposed to exceed the Shockley–Queisser limit on single band solar cells. In this paper, the group‐IV elements Si, Ge, and Sn substituting at Al site in AgAlSe2 to form an intermediate band in the main band gap has been studied by first‐principles calculations. The half‐filled intermediate bands from the antibonding state of group‐IV s state and Se‐p state show delocalized characteristics and just shift from each other in Si, Ge, and Sn‐doped AgAlSe2. Based on the analysis on the position of the intermediate band and defect formation energy, Si‐doped AgAlSe2 has been excluded and Ge and Sn‐doped AgAlSe2 have been suggested as promising absorber for the intermediate band solar cell. A heterojunction based on CuAlTe2, AgAlSe2:Sn, and CdS has been proposed as a suitable device for intermediate band solar cells after considering the lattice mismatch and band alignment.
Real-Time Detection of Intruders Using an Acoustic Sensor and Internet-of-Things Computing

Modern home automation systems include features that enhance security, such as cameras and radars. This paper proposes an innovative home security system that can detect burglars by analyzing acoustic signals and instantly notifying the authorized person(s). The system architecture incorporates the concept of the Internet of Things (IoT), resulting in a network and a user-friendly system. The proposed system uses an adaptive detection algorithm, namely the “short-time-average through long-time-average” algorithm. The proposed algorithm is implemented by an IoT device (Arduino Duo) to detect people’s acoustical activities for the purpose of home/office security. The performance of the proposed system is evaluated using 10 acoustic signals representing actual events and background noise. The acoustic signals were generated by the sounds of keys shaking, the falling of a small object, the shrinking of a plastic bag, speaking, footsteps, etc. The effects of different algorithms’ parameters on the performance of the proposed system have been thoroughly investigated.
The Use of Symmetric Quartic Potential Well for Noise Filtering

In this letter, a symmetric quartic potential well is considered for use as a low-pass filter in BPAM receivers. By using the BPAM input to force a change in the shape of the well, the output can be considered as the position of a particle in the well. The potential well has been designed to pass the BPAM signal and suppress the background noise. Within the paper, DC gain and cut-off frequency are defined where the potential well is subject to a noise free single pulse. The effects of the background noise are also discussed. These initial results are applicable to other pulse modulation methods. Moreover, it is revealed that the cut-off frequency plays a significant role on the BPAM detector. Finally, a new result for the probability of error is introduced which clearly shows that the potential well filters out the background noise as much as a lowpass Butterworth filter does.
A Planar Shared-Aperture Co-Polarized Array Antenna With a High Isolation for Millimeter-Wave Full Duplex Communication

We provide the design of a co-polarized simultaneous transmit and receive (STAR) array antenna, aiming to address the issue of undesired isolation in the antenna domain of the millimeter-wave (mm-Wave) full-duplex co-polarized communication system. As the cornerstone for the design and development of the antenna, the guided-wave structures of the virtual-electric-wall (VEW)-based ridge substrate-integrated waveguide (RSIW) and ridge parallel plate waveguide (RPPW) are proposed and applied to the full-duplex antenna design. Compared with conventional RSIW, VEW-based RSIW has the merits of lower ohmic loss and releasing the fabrication tolerance in the array antenna. Additionally, on the basis of parallel plate waveguide (PPW), the proposed RPPW exhibits a Chebyshev filtering response. The radiating part of the proposed array employs a slot-pair array excited along orthogonal directions by using the preceding guided-wave structures. Among them, the RSIW array serves as the Tx antenna, and the RPPW array is regarded as the Rx antenna. To achieve co-polarized radiation patterns in the boresight direction, the substrate-integrated waveguide (SIW) feed network is integrated into the reverse side of the antenna, providing differential and common-mode excitations for the RSIW-excited and RPPW-fed arrays. Furthermore, the inter-port isolation is effectively ameliorated by inserting the mushroom-type metamaterial between linear arrays. As a proof-of-concept, a shared-aperture full-duplex array operating in the ${Q}$ -band is developed and fabricated to demonstrate the above concept by using standard printed circuited board technology. The measured overlapped impedance bandwidth covers from 38.18 GHz to 39.13 GHz. The measured Tx-to-Rx isolation is greater than 25.5dB in the Q-band. The measured peak gains in Tx- and Rx-mode are 18.4 dBi and 17.8 dBi. The simulation and measurement results show good consistency, verifying the effectiveness of the proposed array in inter-port isolation, array size, planarization, and lightweight, making it suitable for mm-Wave shared-aperture full-duplex communication systems.
Extrema of Wiener Processes

The extrema of Wiener processes are relevant to the pricing of so-called exotic options, which have many financial applications. The probability den-sities of such extrema are well known for one dimensional Wiener processes. We employ elementary methods to derive analytical expressions for the den-sities for multidimensional Wiener processes, with multiple extrema. These take the form of (possibly infinite) series expansions of Gaussian densities. This is undertaken using the characterization of the Wiener process by the heat equation, a well known connection in mathematical physics.