cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/j635kj
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, July 1987, #523_2

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the influence of the federal government, the quality of current government, who should be tested for aids and who should be allowed to require tests for aids. There are also questions on other topics of interest such respondents voting preference, a potential nuclear war or World War Three and instances of abuse in Canada. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: allowing blood tests for AIDs; allowing postal workers to strike; being personally aware of child abuse; being personally aware of wife abuse; the country most likely to start a nuclear war; how to help the elderly; the influence of the Federal government today, compared to the past; knowledge of AIDs; the likelihood of a third world war; opinions about the Progressive Conservative (PC) government since the 1984 election; the quality of AIDs blood tests; satisfaction with Medicare; and who would make the ideal leader for Canada. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.22582166
title: Production and Characterization of Two Specific ZIKV Antigens Based on Bioinformatic Analysis and Serological Screening

description: The high structural similarity between the Zika virus (ZIKV) and other flaviviruses, such as Dengue Virus (DENV), complicates the identification of the infecting virus due to the occurrence of cross-reactions in serological assays. This phenomenon has increased the demand for more specific antigens for immunodiagnostic applications. The present work aimed to identify specific regions of ZIKV and produce unique antigens through computational methods, molecular and microbiological techniques. Based on the computational analysis we successfully expressed two recombinant proteins derived from specific regions of the ZIKV. Through serological assays using characterized sera, we observed that the region 146–182 of ZIKV’s E protein, expressed in tandem, was not reactive despite the predictive sensitivity and specificity observed by computer analyses. On the other hand, the non-denatured fraction 220–352 of ZIKV’s NS1 showed greater specificity to IgG+ sera of ZIKV by dot blot and western blot, which highlights its properties as a possible tool in the diagnosis of ZIKV. These findings demonstrate that ZIKV NS1 fraction 220–352 is a potential tool that may be applied in the development of serological diagnosis. We also provided data that suggest the non-applicability of the region 146–182 of ZIKV’s protein E in serological assays despite previous indications about its potential based on computational analysis.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.22582166.v1
title: Production and Characterization of Two Specific ZIKV Antigens Based on Bioinformatic Analysis and Serological Screening

description: The high structural similarity between the Zika virus (ZIKV) and other flaviviruses, such as Dengue Virus (DENV), complicates the identification of the infecting virus due to the occurrence of cross-reactions in serological assays. This phenomenon has increased the demand for more specific antigens for immunodiagnostic applications. The present work aimed to identify specific regions of ZIKV and produce unique antigens through computational methods, molecular and microbiological techniques. Based on the computational analysis we successfully expressed two recombinant proteins derived from specific regions of the ZIKV. Through serological assays using characterized sera, we observed that the region 146–182 of ZIKV’s E protein, expressed in tandem, was not reactive despite the predictive sensitivity and specificity observed by computer analyses. On the other hand, the non-denatured fraction 220–352 of ZIKV’s NS1 showed greater specificity to IgG+ sera of ZIKV by dot blot and western blot, which highlights its properties as a possible tool in the diagnosis of ZIKV. These findings demonstrate that ZIKV NS1 fraction 220–352 is a potential tool that may be applied in the development of serological diagnosis. We also provided data that suggest the non-applicability of the region 146–182 of ZIKV’s protein E in serological assays despite previous indications about its potential based on computational analysis.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/vqujaq
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, August 1987, #524_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly social and political issues. The questions ask opinions on social inclusivness in Canada, the operations of Canada's military and respondents' sense of the right to left political spectrum in Canada. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as refugee landings in Nova Scotia, the importance of protecting Canada's wilderness and the propriety of tobacco and alcohol company sponsorship. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: the approval of alcohol companies sponsoring sports; the approval of tobacco companies sponsoring sports; exclusion from private clubs; increasing military spending; keeping troops in NATO; political preferences; the position of political parties in the political spectrum; position on the political spectrum; protection of language rights; refugees landing in Nova Scotia; spending money to save the wilderness; and visiting a national park. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.15139/s3/ili4lc
title: Local Prosecutor Elections, 2012-2017

description: This dataset contains the results of a national study of local prosecutor elections. It includes the results of one election cycle for each jurisdiction that elects its local prosecutor. Most of the data comes from the 2014 or 2016 election cycle. But, for some jurisdictions, the data comes from the as far back as 2012 and as recent as 2017. (The data was updated in 2023 to reflect minor corrections or additions.)
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/nx1rev
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, September 1987, #525_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly social and political issues. The questions ask opinions on social inclusivness in Canada, the operations of Canada's military with NATO and respondents' sense of the right to left political spectrum in Canada. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as refugee landings in Nova Scotia, the importance of protecting Canada's wilderness and the propriety of tobacco and alcohol company sponsorship. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: the advantages of a college education; the approval of Brian Mulroney as Prime Minister; the approval of Ed Broadbent as NDP leader; the approval of John Turner as leader of the opposition; the best leader for Canada; bridging the gap between the rich and the poor; changes in the last 3 years; changing the Senate; the effects of free trade on Canada; the future of stock prices; having both official languages in all the provinces; how stock prices are changing; the importance of a college education; the quality of children`s future; the quality of life today, compared to the past; Senate`s power; whether or not Canada is a fair society; and whether or not Canada is a rich nation. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/8hjlfu
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, October 1987, #526_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the prospects of the Canadian economy dependent on which party gets elected next, honesty levels according to profession and effectiveness of government in dealing with acid rain. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as respondents' crime experienced, international politics and the environment. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: the best political party to handle problems; the fate of the economy under a different government; the future of the economy; honesty ratings for various professions; how serious the Federal government is about stopping acid rain; how serious the U.S. government is about stopping acid rain; knowing the sex of a child before birth; knowledge of race problems in South Africa; statements that best describes Brian Mulroney; statements that best describes Ed Broadbent; statements that best describes John Turner; types of crimes experienced; USSR`s satisfaction with its position over world power; and what Canada should do about the problems in South Africa. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/qvg1ri
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, November 1987, #527_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on Canada's economic situation, automobile driver testing, Canada U.S. relations and what 1988 will be like. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the situation in the Persian Gulf, respondents' automobile use and Christmas shopping habits. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: approving or disapproving free trade; being discriminated against; being informed about free trade; the chances of a recession in the future; the chances of a world war in the next 10 years; driving within the speed limits; future of the economy; having a license to drive a car; investing $5,000; the knowledge of troubles in the Persian Gulf; predictions for 1988; requiring drivers to get regular medicals; the seriousness of the recession; starting Christmas shopping; and the United State's handling of the Persian Gulf. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/tehyj1
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, December 1987, #528_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on whether or not the current party leaders are an asset to their party, which party the respondents favour and respondents' opinions on the state of morality in Canada. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as voter decision making, sex before marriage and confidence in the United States ability to deal with the world's problems. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: the approval of the Progressive Conservative (PC) government since the last election; Broadbent as an asset to the NDP; confidence in the United States' handling of world problems; having sex before marriage; interest in politics; moral improvements; Mulroney as an asset to the Progressive Conservative party; satisfaction with direction of the country; Turner as an asset to the Liberal Party; and whether or not Canada should become a Republic. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/bicl2d
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, January 1988, #529_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly social and political issues. The questions ask opinions on Canada's political leaders, the impact of the Olympics in Canada and what the biggest threat to Canada's future is. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the Regan Gorbachev nuclear disarmement talks, CRTC plans for cable expansion and the propriety of women with families working in the workforce. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: Olympics in Canada; party most favoured in Canada; biggest threat to Canada's future; CRTC cable expansion; evaluation of Brian Mulroney; evaluation of John Turner; evaluation of Ed Broadbent; federal government's economic policy; married women in the work force; and the impact of the Regan Gorbachev nuclear disarmement agreement. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/p6rzil
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, February 1988, #530_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly social and political issues. The questions ask opinions on what Canada's biggest problem is, the prospect of peace in the Middle-east and which party is best equiped to deal with Canada's biggest problem. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as subsidized day-care, whether or not an election should be called and how hard people work . The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: Canada's biggest problem; evaluation of party to best deal with Canada's problems; subsidized day-care; the conflict in the Middle-east; Canada's economic situation in the next six months; the security of computer credit information; whether or not an election should be called; how hard people work; and predictions for Canada's next parliament. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.15139/s3/i86fhb
title: Local Prosecutor Elections, 2018-2019

description: This dataset extends Local Prosecutor Elections, 2012-2017, available at https://doi.org/10.15139/S3/ILI4LC, to include the years 2018 and 2019. It is described in more detail in Carissa Byrne Hessick, Michael Morse, and Nathan Pinnell, Donating to the District Attorney, 56 U.C. Davis. L. Rev. 1769 (2023), available at https://ssrn.com/abstract=4426622.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/uf6i3h
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, March 1988, #531_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions about different political figures and parties, current events and the severity of substance abuse in Canada. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the ability of the United States to treat the world's problems, the existence of U.F.O's and life on other planets and unemployment insurance. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: drug and alcohol use in Canada; bias in new reporting; cabinet minister identification; opinions on Canadian political leaders; cruise missle testing in Canada's north; nuclear energy in Canada; immigration quotas; unemployment insurance; disposable income; and U.F.O's. Basic demographics are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/konhn7
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, April 1988, #532_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions on the prevelance and acceptance of homosexuality, and approval of the Meech Lake accord. There are also questions on other topics of interest such acid rain versus free trade negotiations with the Unite States, patriotism in Canada and Sunday shopping. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: acid rain versus free trade as most important issue to negotiate with U.S.; approval of granting Quebec distinct society status in the Meech Lake accord; approval of granting more power to the provinces in the Meech Lake accord; degree of patriotism in Canada; effect of a candidate's sexual orientation on getting votes; general familiarity with and approval of the Meech Lake accord; professions homosexuals should or should not be allowed to pursue; rights for homosexuals; Svend Robinson's declaring himself as a homosexual; the minimum amount of money a family of four needs per week to get by; abortion as woman and doctor's decision; and Sunday shopping. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/7oi3yz
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, May 1988, #533_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political and social issues. The questions ask opinions about the frequency of political preference, influential factors in political choices and general economic issues. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as religious habits, anti-smoking bylaws and the impact of computers. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: the rate and regulation of bank fees; importance of organized religion; the economic future of Canada; the ideal number of children to have; the impact and availability of computers; anti-smoking bylaws; approval of 1984 Progressive Conservative government; approval of 1988 party leaders; abortion; influential factors on voter choice; and free trade. Basic demographics are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/tazork
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, June 1988, #806_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly political issues. The questions ask opinions about political leaders, business conditions, free trade and social issues such as abortion. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as amnesty for illegal immigrants and child birth incentives to counteract the falling birth rate. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: allowing amnesty to illegal immigrants; business conditions; Canadian political party leaders; Free Trade and its effect on employment, income and Canada U.S. relations; incentives to counter falling birth rates; legalization of abortion; political figures: Brian Mulrooney, John Turner, Ed Broadbent and the 1988 Canadian Cabinet; problems facing Canada today; and American investment in Canada. Basic demographics are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/ryrrpk
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, July 1988, #807_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly social and political issues. The questions ask opinions on the issue stance of Canada's political leaders, the cost benefit ratio of the services provided by government and corruption in Canadian federal politics. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the propriety of interracial and interreligious marriages, mandatory military service at age 18 and homeownership among young Canadians. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: a cost benefit evaluation of different governmental services; interracial marriage; interreligious marriage; issue alignment with Canada's political leaders; Canada U.S.A relations; bank charges; the next federal election and predictions of its outcome; mandatory military service at age 18; political corruption in Ottawa; ratings of Brian Mulroney; ratings of Ronald Regan; reasons for vote choice; and young people affording to own their own homes. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/c6xtdr
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, July 1988, #807_2

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly sexual lifestyle and health issues. The questions ask opinions about the frequency of sexual encounters, sexual orientation and other general health issues. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as military conflict in the Persian Gulf, farming and smoking habits. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: allowing farmers special government assistance; the number of wasted government tax dollars; the attendance of out-patient or sexually transmitted disease and special (venereal disease) medical clinics; degrees of consumption of alcohol and cigarettes; extra-marital affairs and sex for money; both heterosexual and homosexual habits of sexual intercourse; knowledge of military hostilities in the Persian Gulf; medical conditions including arthritis, bronchitis, diabetes, hemophilia and epilepsy; opinions on the persistence of current drought; United States naval activity and downing of Iranian plane; and prescription and intravenous drug use. Basic demographics are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/olxjex
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, August 1988, #808_1

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly social and political issues. The questions ask opinions on who of the present candidates would make the best prime minister, the treatment and perception of AIDS and what Canada's most urgent health problem is. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as illegal immigrants to Canada, attitudes toward two of Canada's major cities, Toronto and Montreal, and the content of respondents' daydreams. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: attitudes toward Toronto and Montreal; opinions and perceptions of AIDS; urgent health issues; ratings of party leaders Mulroney, Turner and Broadbent; the Canadian Senate; free trade; illegal immigrants to Canada; learning a second language; english taught in Quebec; daydreams' content; and the Canadian parole system. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.5683/sp2/rocu5f
title: Canadian Gallup Poll, August 1988, #808_2

description: This Gallup poll seeks the opinions of Canadians, on predominantly social and political issues. The questions ask opinions on what the federal government should do about unemployment, equalization payments and what Canada's biggest problem is. There are also questions on other topics of interest such as the effect of a potential NDP government or Free Trade on voting choice. The respondents were also asked questions so that they could be grouped according to geographic, political and social variables. Topics of interest include: Canada's biggest problem; regional poverty in Canada; strategies for dealing with unemployment; voting for Mulroney to pass Free Trade; and voting for the NDP. Basic demographic variables are also included.
DOI: 10.15139/s3/suwzag
title: Local Prosecutor Campaign Contributions, 2012-2019

description: This dataset contains the results of a national study of local prosecutor campaign contributions. It focuses on the periods 2012-2017 (round 1) and 2018-2019 (round 2). It includes contributions for at least one election cycle for every jurisdiction that elects prosecutors and a second election cycle for approximately half of jurisdictions. The dataset is described in detail in Carissa Byrne Hessick, Michael Morse, and Nathan Pinnell, Donating to the District Attorney, 56 U.C. Davis. L. Rev. 1769 (2023), available at https://ssrn.com/abstract=4426622.