Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Effectiveness and Cost-effectiveness of Online Brief Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy for the Improvement of Productivity in the Workplace: Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

Background Numerous studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of mindfulness-based programs (MBPs) among both clinical and nonclinical populations. These data document positive impacts in the workplace, including reducing perceived stress and burnout and increasing well-being. However, the effectiveness for productivity, which is of most interest to managers and administrators, is still unclear. In addition, MBPs in the workplace tend to be modified by reducing the number of the program sessions or delivering content online to improve accessibility. To date, however, the impact of MBPs that feature these modifications on productivity in the workplace has not been investigated. Objective The study aims to investigate the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of online-delivered brief mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (bMBCT) for improving productivity and other work-related outcomes among healthy workers compared to the waitlist control. Methods We will conduct a 4-week randomized controlled trial (RCT) with a 6-month follow-up. Employees are included in the study if they (1) are between the ages of 20 and 65 years and (2) work longer than 30 hours weekly. Employees are randomly allocated to either the bMBCT group or the waitlist control group. The primary outcome of the study is the mean difference of productivity measured by the World Health Organization Health and Work Performance Questionnaire (WHO-HPQ) between the groups at 4, 16, and 28 weeks. Secondary outcomes include several clinical outcomes and health economics evaluation. Results We started recruiting participants in August 2021, and the intervention began in October 2021. A total of 104 participants have been enrolled in the study as of October 2021. The intervention is scheduled to be completed in December 2023. Data collection will be completed by the end of January 2024. Conclusions The novelty of the study is that (1) it will investigate bMBCT’s effectiveness on productivity, which is still unclear, and (2) samples are recruited from 3 companies in different industries. The limitations of the study are that (1) all measures assessed are in self-report format and (2) we lack an active control group. This study has the potential to provide new data on the relationship between MBPs and occupational health and productivity. Trial Registration University Hospital Medical Information Network Clinical Trials Registry UMIN000044721; https://tinyurl.com/4e2fh873 International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID) DERR1-10.2196/36012
Predictive value of Neutrophil-Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin on the Severity of coronary artery diseases and development of Contrast-Induced Nephropathy after Percutaneous Coronary Interventions

Background: Contrast-induced acute kidney injury (CI-AKI) is a common complication among patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Neutrophil gelatinase associated lipocalin (NGAL) is a glycoprotein stored in granules of mature neutrophils released by renal tubular cells following acute tubular damage. Objective: This study aimed to assess the role of neutrophil gelatinase associated lipocalin (NGAL) as a novel noninvasive biomarker in prediction of contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN) and the severity of coronary artery disease (CAD). Patients and Methods: This study was conducted as an observational Cross-sectional study included 50 patients who were admitted to the catheterization laboratory at Zagazig University Cardiovascular Department for PCI from the period of 2014-2020. Patients were divided into two groups: Group A (nephropathy group) included patients who developed impairment of kidney function and group B (non-nephropathy) group. All patients were subjected to demographic data taking, full general (BP, Pulse, etc.) and local examination. ECG analysis, laboratory investigation, echocardiographic examination (According to ASE 2015) and coronary angiography. Results: The difference between the two groups regarding post-PCI serum creatinine, pre-PCI NGAL and post-PCI NGAL was statistically significant. ROC curve was constructed for estimating the validity of post-PCI NGAL as a predictor for contrast-induced nephropathy and it was found that at cut-off value of 131 μg/l was 92% for sensitivity and 76% for specificity with AUC of 0.92 by ROC analysis Conclusions: We concluded that among ischemic heart disease patients who underwent PCI, baseline NGAL levels identified patients at high risk for the development of CI-AKI. Also we found that pre-coronary angio NGAL can predict the severity of CAD.
Protection of Stored Grain Products by Loading Garlic (Allium sativum) and Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) Essential Oils on Cork Disks

Stored products and commodities are more accessible to get plagued by stored pests during storage period that resulting in damage and losses to stored products. Overuse of insecticides in stored and commodities protection caused environmental risks and economic encumbrances. Therefore, natural products may offer an alternative new way of protection. In this study, garlic (Allium sativum) and parsley (Petroselinum crispum) essential oils that loaded on cork disks were investigated against larvae and adults of both the khapra beetles, Trogoderma granarium and red flour beetles, Tribolium castaneum. The chemical composition of garlic (Allium sativum) and parsley (Petroselinum crispum) essential oils revealed that 1,3,8-p-menthatriene was the primary ingredient (23.34 %) of parsley essential oil, alpha-Terpinene was a small ingredient (1.40 %) of parsley essential oil. While, diallyl disulfide (27.9 %), dialyl tetrasulfide was a minor component (1%) in garlic essential oil. Results showed that cork disks loaded with garlic oil more superior than those loaded with parsley oil against both adult and larvae of the khapra and red flour beetles. However, both tested stages of T. castaneum beetle were more tolerant than those of T. granarium. Also, there was a significant difference between concentrations of each essential oil loaded on cork disks and control treatment, indicating that both essential oils can decline the feeding of larval and adult stages during the exposure time. Finally, the essential oils loaded on disks may be an effective approach to protect stored products (wheat flour and grains) from T. granarium and T. castaneum infestation.
Management of Preterm Labor In Aswan University Hospital: A clinical Audit

Background: Clinical audit is a quality improvement process that seeks to improve patient care and outcomes through systematic review of care against explicit criteria and the review of change. Objective: This work was aiming to auditing the current management of preterm labor in department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Aswan University Hospital against RCOG recommendations. Patients and methods: This was an observational study which was conducted at Aswan University hospital during the period from November 2018 to October 2019. A total 100 pregnant women, recruited from either the antenatal clinic or the casualty, were included. All included women were initially diagnosed to have PTL and admitted for further investigations. Results: Areas with nearly optimal care in the management of preterm labor at Aswan Hospital University: Complete clinical examination (general, obstetric and vaginal) was done to all cases. Following
Growth performance, blood variables, intestinal bacterial content, and morphological measurements of broilers supplemented with Lactobacillus casei-fermented mixture of red rice and aromatic ginger

Background and Aim: Natural feed additives are important for broiler sustainability during the post-antibiotic era. This study aimed to evaluate the possible effects of the dietary supplementation of Lactobacillus casei-fermented mixture of red rice and aromatic ginger (FERMIX) on growth, blood profiles, intestinal bacterial content, and morphological measurements of broilers. Materials and Methods: Two hundred broiler chicks were allotted to four groups with five replications, including CONTROL (chicks provided with basal feed), FERMIX025 (basal feed supplemented with 0.25% FERMIX), FERMIX050 (0.50% FERMIX), and FERMIX100 (1.00% FERMIX). FERMIX is an anaerobic fermentation product from a mixture of red rice flour and aromatic ginger using L. casei. Blood, organs, digesta, and carcass were collected on day 35. Results: Final body weight, weight gain, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio did not differ (p>0.05) across treatments. FERMIX at 0.5% increased (p<0.05) spleen relative weight. Liver weight was lower (p<0.05) in broilers fed with 1% FERMIX. The liver weight linearly reduced (p<0.05) with the increased FERMIX levels. FERMIX at 0.25% elevated (p<0.05) broiler drumsticks’ yield than that in other groups. Erythrocytes, hemoglobin, packed cell volume, and plasma total protein levels were quadratically higher (p<0.05) in FERMIX050 treated than in other groups. Increased FERMIX levels resulted in a linear decrease (p=0.08) in ileal lactose-negative Enterobacteriaceae counts. Villi height/crypt depth (CD) ratio was quadratically higher (p<0.05) in the duodenum of broiler supplemented with 0.5% FERMIX. The jejunal CD was quadratically lower (p<0.05) in FERMIX050 than in other groups. Conclusion: Although it did not influence growth, dietary FERMIX, especially at 0.5%, improved immune competencies, physiological conditions, and health of broilers’ intestine.
Low-phase noise Class-C VCO with dynamic body bias

A 2.5 GHz Class-C voltage-controlled oscillator (VCO) with dynamic back-gate-biased MOSFET is proposed. A dynamic gate biasing circuit is used to reduce power consumption by switching N-type MOS from initial Class-AB to Class-C operation in steady state. Moreover, the VCO uses dynamic back-gate bias to reduce threshold voltage of switching MOSFET during the start-up oscillation. The Class-C differential VCO is implemented in TSMC 0.18 μm bipolar-complementary-metal-oxide-semiconductor (BiCMOS) process. The measured phase noise is -124.8 dBc/Hz at 1 MHz offset frequency from 2.48 GHz carrier while consuming 2.64 mW power from a 0.8 V supply. Tuning range of VCO is 0.72 GHz, from 2.48 to 3.3 GHz, whereas the control voltage was tuned from 0 to 2 V. The VCO occupies a chip area of 446 × 840 μm 2 and provides a figure of merit of -197.55 dBc/Hz.
A Performance Evaluation of an Optoelectronic Cervical Screening Device in Comparison to Cytology and HPV DNA Testing

Objective : An optoelectronic screening device (OESD) is evaluated for the detection of cervical intra-epithelial neoplasia (CIN) 2+ lesions in comparison to Liquid Based Cytology (LBC) and high-risk HPV DNA (hrHPV) testing. Methods : In total 506 consecutive women referred because of abnormal cervical cytology or a positive high-risk HPV test, had an examination using OESD, LBC, and hrHPV testing. They were screened in 4 colposcopy clinics in New South Wales, Australia. In a retrospective audit, results were compared to the gold standard of colposcopy and biopsies if required. Sensitivity, specificity, area under the receiver operating characteristic (ROC)-curves, and differences using McNemar tests were calculated. All results were available for comparison on 474 patients. Results : The sensitivity to detect CIN II+ lesions by OESD, LBC and hrHPV-testing was 0.72, 0.81, and 0.88, and the specificity was 0.71, 0.95, and 0.76 respectively. The age- and previous-treatment adjusted area under the ROC curve for OESD was 0.83, for LBC 0.94, and for hrHPV testing 0.89. McNemar’s tests showed no significant difference in sensitivity between OESD and LBC ( p = 0.26), and no significant difference in specificity between OESD and hrHPV-testing ( p = 1.0) amongst patients without previous treatment. Conclusions : The optoelectronic screening device demonstrated comparable sensitivity to high quality cytology conducted in a hospital clinical setting. Specificity was comparable to hrHPV-testing in an approximate primary screening setting. OESD has the advantage of producing an immediate result and being easy to use without need of laboratory equipment. This device can potentially become an important tool in the prevention of cervical cancer, particularly in developing countries and resource-limited settings.
On the Connections between TRPM Channels and SOCE

Plasma membrane protein channels provide a passageway for ions to access the intracellular milieu. Rapid entry of calcium ions into cells is controlled mostly by ion channels, while Ca2+-ATPases and Ca2+ exchangers ensure that cytosolic Ca2+ levels ([Ca2+]cyt) are maintained at low (~100 nM) concentrations. Some channels, such as the Ca2+-release-activated Ca2+ (CRAC) channels and voltage-dependent Ca2+ channels (CACNAs), are highly Ca2+-selective, while others, including the Transient Receptor Potential Melastatin (TRPM) family, have broader selectivity and are mostly permeable to monovalent and divalent cations. Activation of CRAC channels involves the coupling between ORAI1-3 channels with the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) located Ca2+ store sensor, Stromal Interaction Molecules 1-2 (STIM1/2), a pathway also termed store-operated Ca2+ entry (SOCE). The TRPM family is formed by 8 members (TRPM1-8) permeable to Mg2+, Ca2+, Zn2+ and Na+ cations, and is activated by multiple stimuli. Recent studies indicated that SOCE and TRPM structure-function are interlinked in some instances, although the molecular details of this interaction are only emerging. Here we review the role of TRPM and SOCE in Ca2+ handling and highlight the available evidence for this interaction.
¿Cambió la adherencia al lavado de manos en tiempos de SARS-CoV-2?

Objetivo principal. Determinar la adherencia al lavado de manos en el personal de salud en los periodos pre-pandemia y pandemia covid-19. Objetivos secundarios. Determinar la adherencia según categoría profesional, sectores de internación y momentos del lavado de manos. Determinar el grado de cumplimiento según una escala de referencia. Metodología. Estudio cuasi experimental que evaluó la adherencia al lavado de manos antes y después de intensificar medidas de prevención. Se comparó la adherencia de 2 períodos, diciembre 2019 y agosto 2020. Resultados. Se observó que la adherencia en 2019 fue 67% (IC95%: 63%-71%) y en 2020 de 89% (IC95%: 86%-92%), lo que implica un aumento de 22% (IC95%: 0.17-0.27; p: 0.000). En el análisis de subgrupos de momentos de la OMS se observó un aumento en los momentos agrupados como antes (65,7 a 81.2; p:0.001) y como después (67,7 a 94.3; p:0.000). En el análisis por sectores de internación se observó un aumento en los sectores de guardia (50,5 a 100; p:0.000) e internación (63.3 a 78.0; p:0.006) y en pediatría (94.2 a 96.5; p:0.336) y UTI/UCO (63,7 a 70.5; p:0.405), en estos dos últimos no significativo. En el análisis por categoría profesional se observó un aumento en las categorías enfermero (81.4 a 92.9; p:0.001), médicos (66,7 a 83.8; p:0.003), técnicos (57,8 a 93.2; p:0.000) y apoyo (49.4 a 83.9; p:0.000). Discusión. En nuestro estudio, la intensificación de las medidas de lavado de manos y la pandemia, motivaron un incremento significativo en la adherencia a la higiene de manos.
Computer Gamers Academic Performance in a Technological State College in Leyte, Philippines

This study was conducted in order to provide a point of reference information on the academic performance of computer gamer students of PIT-Tabango Campus. A total of 82 identified computer gamer students enrolled across all levels and across all the programs offered in Palompon Institute of Technology-Tabango Campus for the school year 2015-2016 were involved in the study. It uses secondary data in the form of grades reflected in the student prospectus; likewise, a questionnaire was utilized in satisfying the research inquiries. Based on the evaluative measures set by the school, results showed that an astonishing sixty (62) percent of the gamers were good performers in the academe. Twelve (12) percent were having an incomplete grade within the entire school year and seven (7) percent were dropped out of school during the second semester. Based on the findings of the study, it was revealed that being a computer gamer may affect the students’ academic performance negatively if; a gamer plays too much (more than four hours a day), a gamer plays too often (more than four times a week), and a gamer plays until late night (10 to 12 midnight). Researchers recommended an in-depth study to include factors that were not embraced in the study, so as to help those computer gamers who have low performance in the academe.
Uplink millimeter-wave multi-cell multi-user massive multi-input multi-output systems

In this paper, we delve into the maximized spectral efficiency (SE) of millimeter-wave (mmWave) multicell multiuser massive MIMO Systems for uplink transmission with low-resolution phase shifters (LRPSs). Millimeter-wave massive multiple-input multiple-output (mMIMO) is an important technology for upcoming cellular networks which will provide higher bandwidth and throughput than current wireless systems and networks. LRPSs are commonly used to minimize power consumption, maximize spectral efficiency and diminish the complexity of hybrid precoder and combiner. In this paper, we consider a hybrid analog-digital precoder and combiner design with LRPSs for mmWave multi-cell multiuser mMIMO systems for uplink transmission to spectral efficiency in terms of iterations. The proposed technique outperforms when compared to traditional optimization approaches concerning spectral efficiency and bit error rate (BER). We show through simulation results that our designs with LRPSs outperform standard iteration procedures.
Effect of an Educational Program on Self- Efficacy for Patients with Myocardial Infraction

Background: Myocardial Infarction (MI) is a common presentation of ischemic heart disease. Aim of study: Was to evaluate effect of an educational program on self efficacy for patients with myocardial infraction. Research design: Quasi experimental study was utilized to conduct the aim of the study. Setting: This study was conducted at Coronary Care Unit (CCU ( in Benha University Hospital. Sample: Purposive sample consisted of 70 patients with myocardial infarction admitted to CCU. Tools for data collection: (1) structured interviewing questionnaire including (demographic data, present illness, illness related data, daily habits sheet and patient‟s learning need tool) (2) self efficacy scale and cardiac exercise self scale. Results: There was increase in the mean score of patient‟s knowledge (study group) immediate post and after 3 months of program implementation with highly statistical significance than control group. Also there was high self efficacy of study group after 3 months of program implementation, while there was low self efficacy with control group. Conclusion: Educational program improve self efficacy of the patient. Recommendations: Further studies should be evaluating self efficacy on other cardiac diseases.
EXTRAÇÃO DE CONHECIMENTO EM DISCURSOS POLÍTICOS: REVISÃO SISTEMÁTICA

Detectar dinâmicas ocultas subjacentes em atitudes e expressões políticas, bem como semelhanças entre elas, é crucial para nossa sociedade. O propósito deste artigo é contribuir com a síntese dos principais esforços científicos na extração de conhecimento de discursos políticos, por meio de uma revisão sistemática. Foi possível contribuir apresentando quais são as principais técnicas, estratégias e os impactos da aplicação de agrupamentos e análise de redes a partir de discursos políticos, bem como os cenários de estudo adotados pelos parlamentos ao redor do mundo.
Next Generation 10 Gb/s RZ Optical Transmitters

A Master of Science in Mechatronics Submitted to the School of Engineering by Amira Mohamed Al Houli, "Next Generation 10 Gb/s RZ Optical Transmitters," May 6th, 2004. Chair of Thesis Committee Dr. Aly Elrefaie. Available are Both Soft and Hard Copies of the Thesis.
MRI Changes Among Patients Of Eclampsia And Preeclampsia With Associated Neurological Symptom Analysis.

BACKGROUND Pregnancy poses some stress on normal homeostasis of the human body and brings changes in the body which predisposes the individual towards various pathological conditions as well. Objective Objective of the study was to determine the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) changes and clinical symptoms associated with these changes among patients of eclampsia and preeclampsia managed at tertiary care unit. It was a cross-sectional study, conducted at Gynaecology and obstetrics department Pak Emirates Military Hospital (PEMH) Rawalpindi. January to June 2019. METHODS A total of 80 pregnant women who were diagnosed by consultant obstetrician for eclampsia or pre-eclampsia were included in the study. All the patients underwent Plain MRI brain including TIWI, T2WI, FLAIR, DWI, ADC, GRE and SWI sequences at radiology department of PEMH RWP. Positive MRI findings were defined as presence of cerebral oedema, infarction, cerebral venous sinus thrombosis and cerebral haemorrhage. Headache, seizures, altered mental status and visual problems were correlated with MRI changes among the target population. RESULTS Out of 80 pregnant women with eclampsia or preeclampsia, 49 (61.2%) had no changes on MRI while 31 (38.8%) had significant changes on MRI. Cerebral oedema 12 (15%) was the most common MRI finding followed by cerebral haemorrhage 8 (10%). Mean age of participants was 36.33±2.238 years. With Pearson chi-square analysis, it was found that presence of seizures and altered mental state had statistically significant relationship with presence of MRI findings among the target population. CONCLUSIONS MRI changes were a common finding among the patients of eclampsia or pre-eclampsia. Cerebral oedema was the commonest finding in our study. Patients with serious clinical symptoms like seizures and altered mental state had more chances of having MRI changes as compared to patients without the serious clinical symptoms.
GROWTH AND PRODUCTIVITY OF ACID LIME (CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA L.) AS AFFECTED BY SPRAYING GIBBERELLIC ACID

In order to study the effect of gibberellic acid concentration and frequencies of application on vegetative growth, leaves mineral content, yield, and fruit physical and chemical properties of acid lime trees (Citrus aurantifolia L), a field experiment was conducted in two successive seasons (2017 and 2018) at a private farm located at Derwa Village, Mallawy ElMinia Governorate, by using a randomized complete bloke design (RCBD). The obtained results confirmed that spraying with gibberellic acid at 10, 20, and 30 ppm significantly enhanced acid lime trees growth (shoot lengths, number of leaves/shoot, number of new shoots/tree, and leaf area), leaves chemical constituents (i.e. nitrogen%, potassium%, calcium%, and magnesium%), yield (kg)/tree and its component, as well as fruit physical and chemical properties (i.e. fruit dimension, TSS%, total acidity%, vitamin C (mg/100g F.W.)) compared to untreated trees. The maximum values in above mentioned parameters were observed in gibberellic acid treatment at 30 ppm three times, compared to the other ones and control treatment. However, non-significant differences were observed between the two higher concentrations (20 and 30 ppm). Generally, results of the present work demonstrated that application of gibberellic acid plays a remarkable role in improving growth parameters, leaves chemical composition, yield, and fruit physical and chemical properties of Balady acid lime trees under El-Minia Governorate conditions.