bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Effect of Trichoderma reesei Degraded Date Pits Supplementation on Growth Performance, Immunoglobulin Levels, and Intestinal Barrier Functions of Broiler Chickens
Authors: Alyileili Salem Rashed , El-Tarabily Khaled , Ibrahim Wissam Hachem , Sulaiman Mohsin , Hussein Ahmed Soliman 
Published: July 2019

Background:
Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera L.) is a dominant fruit crop in most
Arabian countries. Date pits, as a major byproduct which remained after consumption of date flesh,
proved to be a valuable source of energy.

Objectives:
The impact of degraded date pits (DDP) on growth performance, intestinal bacterial
population, and expression profiles of intestinal genes in broilers was determined. Recent patents
have been established on DDP from the European patent office (EP2586318B1), Hong Kong patent
registry office (HK1184642) and by the United States patent and trademark office (US8968729B2
and US10265368B2).

Methods:
Solid-state degradation system (SSD) was used for the preparation of DDP using Trichoderma
reesei. One-day-old Brazilian broiler chicks “Cobb 500” were randomly divided into six
treatments with six replicates, which consisted of a normal diet containing only corn-soy (control),
diet containing corn-soy + (20%, 50g/100Kg oxytetracycline), diet containing corn-soy + 10%
(DDP), diet containing corn-soy + 0.2% mannan oligosaccharides (MOS), diet containing corn-soy
+ 0.1% mannose, and diet containing corn-soy + 0.2% mannose.

Results:
There were no significant differences in body weight, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio
(FCR) in broilers among the treatments. The bacterial count was significantly decreased in 10%
DDP diet-fed broilers, 0.2% MOS and antibiotic diet-fed broilers. Immunoglobulin levels in serum
and intestinal contents and expression pattern of genes in jejunum were upregulated in 10% DDP
and 0.2% MOS diet-fed broilers.

Conclusion:
DDP can be used as an energy source for replacing part of corn, mannan oligosaccharide
and also recommended as a potential alternative to antimicrobials in broilers diet.
Multi-Level Image Segmentation of Color Images Using Opposition Based Improved Firefly Algorithm
Authors: Sharma Abhay , Chaturvedi Rekha , Dwivedi Umesh , Kumar Sandeep 
Published: July 2019

Background:
Image segmentation is the fundamental step in image processing. Numerous image
segmentation algorithms have been proposed already for grey scale images and they are very complex and
time-consuming. Since most of the algorithms suffer from over and under segmentation problem, multi-level
image thresholding is very effective method against this problem. Nature inspired meta-heuristics algorithms
such as firefly are fast and can enhance the performance of the method.

Objective:
This paper provides a modified firefly algorithm and its uses for multilevel thresholding in colored
images. Opposition based learning is incorporated in the firefly algorithm to improve convergence rate
and robustness. Between class variance method of thresholding is used to formulate the objective function.

Methods:
Numerous benchmark images were tested for evaluating the performance of the proposed method.

Results:
The experimental results validate the performance of Opposition Based Improved Firefly Algorithm
(OBIFA) for multi-level image segmentation using Peak Signal to Noise Ratio (PSNR) and Structured
Similarity Index Metric (SSIM) parameter.

Conclusion:
The OBIFA algorithm is best suited for multilevel image thresholding. It provides best results
compared to Darwinian Particle Swarm Optimization (DPSO) and Electro magnetism optimization (EMO)
for the parameter: convergence speed, PSNR and SSIM values.
From Information Seekers to Innovators: Qualitative Analysis Describing Experiences of the Second Generation of E-Patients
Authors: Scott Duncan Therese , Riggare Sara , Koch Sabine , Sharp Lena , Hägglund Maria 
Published: July 2019

Background
Current health care systems are rarely designed to meet the needs of people living with chronic conditions. However, some patients and informal caregivers are not waiting for the health care system to redesign itself. These individuals are sometimes referred to as e-patients. The first generation of e-patients used the internet for finding information and for communicating with peers. Compared with the first generation, the second generation of e-patients collects their own health data and appears to be more innovative.

Objective
The aim of this study was to describe the second generation of e-patients through exploration of their active engagement in their self-care and health care.

Methods
Semistructured interviews were conducted with 10 patients with chronic conditions and 5 informal caregivers. They were all recruited through a Web-based advertisement. Data were analyzed according to the framework analysis approach, using the 3 concepts of the self-determination theory—autonomy, relatedness, and competence—at the outset.

Results
Study participants were actively engaged in influencing their self-care and the health care system to improve their own health, as well as the health of others. This occurred at different levels, such as using their own experience when giving presentations and lectures to health care professionals and medical students, working as professional peers in clinical settings, performing self-tracking, contributing with innovations, and being active on social media. When interaction with health care providers was perceived as being insufficient, the participants sought support through their peers, which showed strong relatedness. Competence increased through the use of technology and learning experiences with peers. Their autonomy was important but was sometimes described as involuntary and to give up was not an option for them.

Conclusions
Like the first generation of e-patients, the participants frequently searched for Web-based information. However, the second generation of e-patients also produce their own health data, which they learn from and share. They also engage in the innovation of digital tools to meet health-related needs. Utilizing technological developments comes naturally to the second generation of e-patients, even if the health care system is not prepared to support them under these new circumstances.
Opportunities and Pitfalls in Applying Emotion Recognition Software for Persons With a Visual Impairment: Simulated Real Life Conversations
Authors: Buimer Hendrik , Schellens Renske , Kostelijk Tjerk , Nemri Abdellatif , Zhao Yan , Van der Geest Thea , Van Wezel Richard 
Published: July 2019

Background
A large part of the communication cues exchanged between persons is nonverbal. Persons with a visual impairment are often unable to perceive these cues, such as gestures or facial expression of emotions. In a previous study, we have determined that visually impaired persons can increase their ability to recognize facial expressions of emotions from validated pictures and videos by using an emotion recognition system that signals vibrotactile cues associated with one of the six basic emotions.

Objective
The aim of this study was to determine whether the previously tested emotion recognition system worked equally well in realistic situations and under controlled laboratory conditions.

Methods
The emotion recognition system consists of a camera mounted on spectacles, a tablet running facial emotion recognition software, and a waist belt with vibrotactile stimulators to provide haptic feedback representing Ekman’s six universal emotions. A total of 8 visually impaired persons (4 females and 4 males; mean age 46.75 years, age range 28-66 years) participated in two training sessions followed by one experimental session. During the experiment, participants engaged in two 15 minute conversations, in one of which they wore the emotion recognition system. To conclude the study, exit interviews were conducted to assess the experiences of the participants. Due to technical issues with the registration of the emotion recognition software, only 6 participants were included in the video analysis.

Results
We found that participants were quickly able to learn, distinguish, and remember vibrotactile signals associated with the six emotions. A total of 4 participants felt that they were able to use the vibrotactile signals in the conversation. Moreover, 5 out of the 6 participants had no difficulties in keeping the camera focused on the conversation partner. The emotion recognition was very accurate in detecting happiness but performed unsatisfactorily in recognizing the other five universal emotions.

Conclusions
The system requires some essential improvements in performance and wearability before it is ready to support visually impaired persons in their daily life interactions. Nevertheless, the participants saw potential in the system as an assistive technology, assuming their user requirements can be met.
AFRICANIDADES BRASILEIRAS EM UMA ESCOLA PÚBLICA DE SALVADOR - BA: vamos dialogar com as nossas crianças?
Authors: Miranda Eduardo Oliveira , Damascena Quecia Silva 
Published: July 2019

Abordar a lei 10.639/03 no espaço escolar se configura como questão central nesta produção textual. Para tal, apresentamos ao leitor um relato de experiência que ocorreu em uma escola pública, com uma turma de 4° ano do Ensino Fundamental I, precisamente no bairro do Pau Miúdo, Salvador, Bahia. Realizamos uma série de atividades pedagógicas com intencionalidades bem demarcadas em relação aspectos étnicos raciais e, sobretudo, saber o que pensam as crianças acerca destas questões. Para compreender os dados produzidos, recorremos aos pesquisadores Munanga (2012), Gomes (2003), Silva (1995), entre outros. Acreditamos, mesmo antes desta prática, que a ancestralidade africana e afrobrasileira precisa ser inserida nos currículos da Educação Básica como estratégia de realimentar as alteridades produtoras do chão da escola.
Palavras-chave: Africanidades. Identidades. Ancestralidade.
Effect of Organic Cultivation on the Occurrence of Beneficial Groups of Microorganisms in the Rhizosphere Soil of Vegetable Crops
Authors: Trzciński Paweł , Sas-Paszt Lidia Maria , Głuszek Sławomir , Przybył Michał , Derkowska Edyta 
Published: July 2019

Abstract
The article presents the results of research on the occurrence of beneficial groups of microorganisms in the rhizosphere of carrot, parsley and potato plants after the application of: (1) a commercial product EmFarma Plus (Probiotics Polska), (2) a consortium called Skierniewickie Microorganisms (MS) (containing three strains of Klebsiella oxytoca, Pseudomonas fluorescens, Pseudomonas sp.), and (3) Consortium MS together with EmFarma Plus. The study estimated the populations of microscopic fungi and bacteria, including the groups of microorganisms considered to be beneficial, i.e., spore-forming bacteria, fluorescent bacteria of the genus Pseudomonas, diazotrophs and actinomycetes. Applications of Consortium MS and, to a lesser extent, the preparation EmFarma Plus together with Consortium MS resulted in a significant increase in the total population of diazotrophs isolated from the rhizosphere soil of the vegetable species included in the study. There was no significant impact of the application of EmFarma Plus on the population size of the analyzed groups of microorganisms in the rhizosphere soil.
Sejarah Dan Tradisi Desa Selang Kecamatan Kebumen Kabupaten Kebumen Jawa Tengah
Authors: Nafi`ah Siti Anisatun 
Published: July 2019

Desa Selang merupakan salah satu desa yang berada di wilayah Kecamatan Kebumen Kabupaten Kebumen Provinsi Jawa Tengah. Desa Selang berbeda dengan desa lain dari sisi tradisi dan terbentuknya desa Selang. Desa Selang memiliki tradisi Pasar Senggol. Banyak dari masyarakat desa lain berkunjung ke Pasar Senggol. Pada masa kini banyak penduduk desa Selang yang tidak memahami terbentuknya desa Selang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memahami sejarah terbentuknya Desa Selang dan beberapa tradisi yang terdapat di Desa Selang, sehingga sejarah lokal yang ada di negara Indonesia tidak terlupakan dari sejarahnya.Â Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini pertama, heuristik dengan cara mengumpulkan dokumen dan wawancara. Kedua, verifikasi yaitu mengkritisi sumber internal dan eksternal. Ketiga, interpretasi Â yaitu Â menganalisis Â sumber Â yangÂ kemudian Â dianalisis Â dan disintesiskan. Keempat, historiografi adalah pemaparan atau hasil penelitian yang dilakukan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa nama Desa Selang sebelumnya adalah Klegen Kilang. Nama Selang berasal dari kata nyelong, yang artinya dalam bahasa Kebumen adalah hilang. Hilang memiliki filosofi sendiri, mengingat-ingat kejadian Raden Ngabehi Karamaleksana menyelongkan Kerta Menggala yang kemudian diambil menantu oleh Raden Ngabehi Kramaleksana. Tradisi yang terdapat di Desa Selang yaitu Pasar Senggol (Pasar Warungan) dan Ziarah ke makam menjelang bulan Ramadhan.
KEANEKARAGAMAN DAN KOMPOSISI IKAN PADA KONDISI PASANG DAN SURUT DI MUARA SUNGAI KELAY KABUPATEN BERAU KALIMANTAN TIMUR
Authors: Yudistira Yudistira , Jusmaldi Jusmaldi , Hendra Medi 
Published: July 2019

Research on diversity and composition of fish at low tide and high tide condition in downstream Kelay River, District Berau, East Kalimantan is not yet know. The purpose of this research was to determine diversity and composition of fish that present at low tide and high tide condition in downstream Kelay River. In research using purposive sampling method and various sizes gill nets used. Results of this research shows that fish were collected at three locations sampling in downstream Kelay River consist of 14 species, 9 families, and 953 individuals. Based on the number of species, diversity Shannon-Wiener index and dominance index has stable of communities, with high value of diversity index (H'=1.975), high evenness index (E=0.749), and low value of dominance index (D= 0.173). The number of fish species found at low tide were 11 species and at high tide were 12 species. The similarity index of fish species at low tide and high tide condition were 64.3%.
Revista VIS, volume 11, número 2, ano 2012 - Editora Responsável: SORAIA MARIA SILVA
Authors: Oliveira Emerson Dionisio Gomes de 
Published: July 2019

21 Terras: uma experiência de dança, pintura e vídeoSoraia Maria Silva Passagens: vídeo, dança e cultura popularMarlini D. De Lima, Renata Lima Silva e Elisa Abrão Paradoxes de l’image mouvementMarie Bardet Ftonosofia: pensar e mover nas turbulências da inveja: um roteiro de videodançaHilan Bensusan e Carol Barreiro O que fica é mais que o resto: ligeiras notas sobre a videodançaLuisa Günther A busca pela expressividade corporal no preâmbulo da dança modernaElisa Teixeira de Souza Para uma Conceptualização do Ritmo Musical e a Imagem em MoviemtnoEduardo Lopes Dança, Tecnologia e Vídeo: Parceiros na Criação ArtísticaAna Macara e Ana Paula Batalha Videodança, dança para tela, dança para câmera, dança da câmera, screendance, vários territórios, campos de criaçãoLaura Virgínia Dissertações e Teses defendidas no PPG-Arte no período 2º/2012 Normas para colaboradores
Spectrum of Hepatits B Infection Among Patients Attending Liver Unit in Nepalgunj Medical College – Kohalpur
Authors: Khadka Dipendra , KC Sudhamshu , Karki Niyanta , Khadka Sandip , Regmi Kiran 
Published: July 2019

Introduction: Hepatitis B infection is a global problem. Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection related liver disease is also not an uncommon problem in our country too. Reports regarding pattern of chronic HBV infection are also lacking. The aim of the present study was to determine the spectrum of chronic HBV infection among patients attending the liver clinic in a tertiary care center.
Method: A hospital based descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out in Liver unit of Nepalgunj Medical College, Kohalpur, from April 2018 to November 2018. All patients with HBsAg positive were further tested for HBeAg, HBeAb, HBV DNA quantitative and liver function test. Ultrasound examination was advised for any evidence of chronic liver disease. Staging was done according to viral serology, liver biochemistry and ultrasonography of liver
Results: Total patients enrolled were 119. Majority of patents were in between 30-60 years (51.3%) with male predominance 59.7%. Most of patients were in the stage of HBeAg negative chronic infection 66.4% with normal transaminase and HBV DNA <2000 IU/ML. Majority of patients having unknown source of infection 90.8%. Incidental detection (67.2%) was common mode of detection.
Conclusions: Majority of patients were in HBeAg negative chronic hepatitis B infection phase with normal transaminase and low HBV DNA not requiring treatment.
Functional Outcome of Displaced Diaphyseal Both Bone Forearm Fracture in Children Treated with Elastic Stable Intramedullary Nails
Authors: DC Gopal Sagar 
Published: July 2019

Introduction: Pediatric forearm fractures are most commonly managed by closed reduction and above elbow cast. Failure to achieve anatomical initial reduction, tight cast and re-displacement within cast leading to malunion are common complication. Elastic stableintramedullary nailing for such fracture gives more predictable result with minimal morbidity. We studied on functional outcome of such fracture treated operatively with elastic stable intramedullary nail in our center.
Methods: This prospective descriptive study was done in Nepalgunj Medical College Hospital, Nepalgunj between January 2015 to May 2017.It included 47 pediatric patients (5-15 years) with displaced both bone forearm diaphyseal fracture. All fractures were fixed with elastic stable intramedullary nails of appropriate size under general anesthesia. Cases were followed up at 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 weeks and at 6 month functional outcome was evaluated using price criteria. Data were entered in structured proforma and statistical analysis was carried out using SPSS 20.0.
Results: Out of 47 cases included in our study, mean age of patient was 9.7 years (range 5-15 years). 31(65.9%) cases were male and16 (34.1%) were female. 42(89.4%) cases had closed fracture and 5(10.6%) had grade I open factor. 40(85.1%) cases were operated by closed technique. Average hospital stay was 2.7±1.8 day (range 2-5days). Radiological union was achieved on 6.5±2.7 weeks (range 6-11weeks).Functional outcome in final follow up at 6 month was excellent in 36(76.6%), good in 9(19.1%) and fair in 2(4.3%) cases. Superficial surgical site infection was seen in 3 cases (6.3%) and exposure of nail tip was seen in 2 cases (4.2%).
Conclusion: Elastics table intramedullary nail for displaced pediatric both bone forearm diaphyseal fracture is biological osteosynthesis, simple and reproducible treatment with excellent functional outcome with minimal morbidity.
Correlation of Grading of Esophageal Varices with Child Turcotte Pugh Class in Patients of Liver Cirrhosis
Authors: Shrestha Anil , Khadka Dipendra , Shrestha Richa 
Published: July 2019

Background: Majority of cirrhotic patients develop varices over their lifetime and it is anticipated that roughly one third of varices will develop bleeding. Child Turcotte Pugh (CTP) class predicts the risk of variceal bleeding and has been used as a prognostic tool inpatients of liver cirrhosis.
Objective: To correlate grade of esophageal varices in Upper Gastrointestinal endoscopy with Child Turcotte Pugh class in patients of liver cirrhosis.
Material and method: This is a cross sectional descriptive study conducted in thedepartment of medicine of NGMCTH, Kohalpur between December 2017 to November 2018. A total of 97 patients were included inthe study who were diagnosed as cirrhosis of liver clinically and radio logically. Patient were classified into CTP class A, B and According to CTP score. UGI endoscopy was performed and endoscopic grading of esophageal varices were correlated with CTP classand the data were recorded and analysed.
Result: Mean of patients was 50 years. Among 97 patients, 30 (30.9%) were in CTP class A,30 (30.9%) in CTP class B and 37 (38.1%) were in CTP class C. 25 (25.8%) had small varices, 50 (51.5%) had large varices with red colorsign, 20 (20.6%) had large varices without red color sign and 2 (2.1%) had no varices. Most of the patients in CTP class B and C hadlarge varices with red color sign whereas CTP class A had small varices.
Conclusion: The cirrhotic patients in CTP class B and C havelarge varices with red color sign and have more chances of bleeding. Hence, routine screening is indicated to determine the presenceof varices. Porphylactic therapy after identifying large varices will decrease the incidence of bleeding leading to reduction inmortality rate.
Two-level cervical disc arthroplasty versus anterior cervical discectomy and fusion: 10-year outcomes of a prospective, randomized investigational device exemption clinical trial
Authors: Gornet Matthew F. , Lanman Todd H. , Burkus J. Kenneth , Dryer Randall F. , McConnell Jeffrey R. , Hodges Scott D. , Schranck Francine W. 
Published: July 2019

OBJECTIVEThe authors assessed the 10-year clinical safety and effectiveness of cervical disc arthroplasty (CDA) to treat degenerative cervical spine disease at 2 adjacent levels compared to anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF).METHODSA prospective, randomized, controlled, multicenter FDA-approved clinical trial was conducted comparing the low-profile titanium ceramic composite–based Prestige LP Cervical Disc (n = 209) at two levels with ACDF (n = 188). Ten-year follow-up data from a postapproval study were available on 148 CDA and 118 ACDF patients and are reported here. Clinical and radiographic evaluations were completed preoperatively, intraoperatively, and at regular postoperative follow-up intervals for up to 10 years. The primary endpoint was overall success, a composite variable that included key safety and efficacy considerations. Ten-year follow-up rates were 86.0% for CDA and 84.9% for ACDF.RESULTSFrom 2 to 10 years, CDA demonstrated statistical superiority over ACDF for overall success, with rates at 10 years of 80.4% versus 62.2%, respectively (posterior probability of superiority [PPS] = 99.9%). Neck Disability Index (NDI) success was also superior, with rates at 10 years of 88.4% versus 76.5% (PPS = 99.5%), as was neurological success (92.6% vs 86.1%; PPS = 95.6%). Improvements from preoperative results in NDI and neck pain scores were consistently statistically superior for CDA compared to ACDF. All other study effectiveness measures were at least noninferior for CDA compared to ACDF through the 10-year follow-up period, including disc height. Mean angular ranges of motion at treated levels were maintained in the CDA group for up to 10 years. The rates of grade IV heterotopic ossification (HO) at the superior and inferior levels were 8.2% and 10.3%, respectively. The rate of severe HO (grade III or IV) did not increase significantly from 7 years (42.4%) to 10 years (39.0%). The CDA group had fewer serious (grade 3–4) implant-related or implant/surgical procedure–related adverse events (3.8% vs 8.1%; posterior mean 95% Bayesian credible interval [BCI] of the log hazard ratio [LHR] −0.92 [−1.88, −0.01]). The CDA group also had statistically fewer secondary surgical procedures at the index levels (4.7%) than the ACDF group (17.6%) (LHR [95% BCI] −1.39 [−2.15, −0.61]) as well as at adjacent levels (9.0% vs 17.9%).CONCLUSIONSThe Prestige LP Cervical Disc, implanted at two adjacent levels, maintains improved clinical outcomes and segmental motion 10 years after surgery and is a safe and effective alternative to fusion.Clinical trial registration no.: NCT00637156 (clinicaltrials.gov)