jimnoneill/paper-to-field-training huggingface dataset:
Post-trafficking trajectories and experiences of Romanian women sexually exploited in the UK: Multiple voices and perspectives

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Sex trafficking remains a significant form of exploitation worldwide and has long been regarded as a major human rights violation. In the last 4 years, Romania has often been in the top five countries of origin for sex trafficking in the UK according to Home Office figures. To date, there is a lack of knowledge of experiences of Romanian women being trafficked to the UK and their post-trafficking experiences, with this research focusing upon these gaps. Although there is great concern over the well-being of women who have experienced sex trafficking, gaps remain in the literature concerning their post-trafficking trajectories, the short- and long-term outcomes of the experience, and how sex trafficking impacts victims' and survivors' lives. While the focus remains on their vulnerability and possible re-victimisation, there is a limited exploration of agency and resilience in the narratives on sex trafficking. Using a feminist research framework and semi-structured in-depth interviews, the voices of Romanian survivors of sex trafficking, alongside practitioner and key informant experiences of working in the anti-trafficking field, were captured and analysed using reflexive thematic analysis. Sex trafficking trajectories were identified and explored. The analysis found similarities in survivors’ stories but also unique and particular post-trafficking trajectories. Professional participants described trajectories in binary terms as ‘good’ or ‘bad’, evidencing preconceived perceptions and beliefs about sex work. Survivors encountered many challenges post-trafficking: psychological effects, trauma, anxiety, and struggled to achieve economic independence. Past vulnerabilities were exacerbated by the trafficking experience. Trust and lack of trust were perceived to contribute to or hinder recovery. Survivors who experienced supportive and authentic relationships with NGO staff, authorities and family members, reported positive impact on their well-being and recovery. Survivors conceptualised motherhood positively and it offered a source of hope for those living with their children. Migration before and after trafficking remains a complex element of survivors’ experiences, with both strengths and risks identified. The study provides recommendations for UK and Romanian policy on law enforcement, immigration and sex work. It also highlights good practices for professionals working with victims and survivors of trafficking in both countries.
An experimental investigation of shape memory polymers and its application

Field: Materials Science (Physical Sciences)

In recent years, shape memory polymers have been extensively researched for various application purposes ranging from medical to biological applications. Two particular polymers have shown great potential in the field of research are, crosslinked poly-ethyleneglycol dimethacrylate (PEGDMA) and crosslinked Poly[ethylene-co-(vinyl acetate)] (cPEVA). PEGDMA hydrogel exhibits swelling effect under the influence of water and it also possess shape memory effect that is triggered by various stimuli. On the other hand, cPEVA also exhibits shape memory effect with the presence of heat as stimulus. The objectives of this report is to determine the relationship of crosslinked PEGDMA mechanical properties such as optical transmission properties and elongation with change in humidity, and the shape memory effect of cPEVA with addition of additives such as Dicumyl Peroxide (DCP), carbon nanoparticles and iron nanoparticles. In this report, PEGDMA is crosslinked with 2-hydroxy-2-methylproppiophenone photo-initiated crosslinker, and deionized water. Mechanical properties of PEGDMA are then tested in a humidity chamber with temperature set at a constant of 30˚C. cPEVA with DCP, carbon nanoparticles and iron nanoparticles are prepared by compounding the mixture with an extruder at 110˚C. Programming of the samples is done with an Instron tensile machine and the mechanical properties are tested with Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA). cPEVA with 0.5% Iron nanoparticles additive was able to retain its shape memory effect.
Diversification strategies in the pesticide industry: from seeds to biopesticides

Field: Business, Management and Accounting (Social Sciences)

ABSTRACT: The pesticide industry has undergone a diversification process led by six leading companies (Monsanto, Syngenta, Bayer, Dow, DuPont, BASF) that control roughly 68% of the world market. This growth, initiated in the second half of the 1990s, occurred through deals and acquisitions of companies from the seed and biopesticide markets. This paper analyzes these diversification strategies, which have involved a capital mobilization process based on the exploitation of economies of scope and management of complementary assets. This aims to minimize the risks of investment in consolidated markets as well as in new ones.
El Hadji Omar Foutiyou Tall : L’humaniste audelà Le Jihâd

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

Abstract. Islam has honored man and restored to him the rights he has long been entitled to. Having considered human society as one and the same family, and life as a human entity, El Hadji Omar has always fought for the preservation of human rights and human dignity as a guarantee of a peaceful and integral society. However, for having always been in delicacy with the native and his string of disciplinary and arbitrary sanctions as well that the traditional pagan powers, with the aim of restoring the dignity of a disjointed society, terrorized by the rest, and whose hope for a better life had gradually stolen. El Hadji Omar is often described as a fighting man whose life boiled down to jihadist tribulations. Such a description could, no doubt, misrepresent anthropocentric humanism, which is admirably reflected in his work, especially Tadhkira al-Ghâfilîn. It should come as no surprise that El Hadji Omar is an accommodating humanist and a zealous jihadist, in the sense that his military action was inspired, not by worldly glory, but by the liberation of his people from the remnants of polytheistic cult and colonial hold that have long undermined the society of the time. Mots-clés : El Hadji Omar, jihâdiste, Banû Âdam, aṣ-ṣabr, ka῾ba, jihâd an-nafs. Keywords: El Hadji Omar, jihâdiste, Banû Âdam, aṣ-ṣabr, ka῾ba, jihâd an-nafs.
Influence of Exogenous Compounds and Maize Crop Residue on Biological Activities in Salt Affected Soil

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Amelioration of salt-affected soils requires an integrated management approach, which not only improves their effectiveness for improving soil properties, but also increases the crop performance and stress tolerance ability of the crop. Hence, a green house experiment was conducted to determine the effect of integrated use of crop residue and inorganic source of fertilizers with exogenous foliar sprays on soil microbial population and DEH enzyme activity of maize grown saline soil (ECe 6.2 dS m-1). Treatments included: 100 % RDFN (Recommended dose of nitrogen fertilizers) (T1); 25 % extra nitrogen through inorganic fertilizers (T2); 25% extra N through raw residue (T3); 25% extra N through compost (T4); and combination of T2, T3 and T4 treatments with exogenous foliar sprays humic acid / proline / KNO3 in a CRD layout. Result obtained at various stages of crop growth indicated a steady increase in bacterial, fungi, actinomycetes count and dehydrogenase enzyme activty startng from inital stage with more pronounced influence on fungal colonies as ther are more senstive to abotic stress with integrated application of crop residue and exogenous spray. Highest population of 21.33 × 105, 13.00 × 103, 20.67 × 104 bacteria, fungi, actinomycetes, respectively and the highest dehydrogenase activity of 36.67 µg g-1 of TPF g-1 day-1 was observed in compost amended treatment (T13) along with KNO3 foliar spray at tasseling.
“Early Curable Stage” of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

should be made of each necessary diagnostic procedure.A full description of our experience with monoarticular arthritis in children has recently been published, which a more specialized audience may perhaps find useful.'Finally, as Professor Illingworth well knows, some large-scale well-controlled studies have shown that cortisone,2 prednisone either in moderate dosage,3 or in larger dosage,4 or in more prolonged dosage,5 shows no superiority to acetylsalicylic acid in prevent- ing residual rheumatic heart disease.Others have claimed that it does, and there are con- trolled trials to support this view.Our own view at Taplow on the basis of various con- trolled trials and with experience of over 1,500 cases of rheumatic fever is as expressed in my article, that prednisone does not pre- vent the development of rheumatic heart disease but may be better than salicylate in preventing failure in cases of moderate or severe carditis.-Iam, etc.,
Study on the Maximum Addition of 4 Preservatives in Termite Baits

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

Mildewing of baits for termite control had an impact on the control effects and limited the speed and scope of its application. In this paper 4 food preservatives were used in preparing baits for feeding Macrotermes barneyi to find its addition upper limit in the experiments focused on the bait mildewing defects. The results showed that the addition upper limit of the 4 preservatives potassium sorbate,sodium benzoate,sodium dehydroacetate and calcium propionate in baits for Macrotermes barneyi were 0.25%,0.3%,0.2%,0.2% in terms of mass fraction.
Exploration of biomarkers associated with histone lactylation modification in spinal cord injury

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (Life Sciences)

Abstract

Background The biological functions of histone lactylation (HLA) modification-related genes (HLMRGs) in spinal cord injury (SCI) are unknown. Therefore, we explored the expression and molecular mechanism of HLMRGs in SCI by bioinformatics means. Methods GSE151371, GSE47681, and 10 HLMRGs were incorporated in this study. Biomarkers were screened based on the receiver operating characteristic curves for the modeling of logistic regression and nomogram. Additionally, gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA) was executed to detect biomarkers’ functions. Samples were clustered based on biomarkers, identifying distinct groups. Differential expressed genes between these clusters were determined, and inter-cluster analyses of Hallmark pathways, HLA genes, and immune functions were conducted. Weighted gene co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) was used to select cluster-related module genes for protein-protein interaction (PPI) network construction, pinpointing key proteins. miRNA-TF-biomarker and drug-biomarker networks were established. Biomarker expression was validated using reverse transcription quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR). Results In GSE151371, 8 biomarkers (HDAC1, HDAC2, HDAC3, SIRT1, SIRT3, LDHA, LDHB, and GCN5 (KAT2A)) with AUC > 0.7 were significantly different expressed between SCI and control samples. 8 biomarkers were different expressed in 2 clusters. By differential expression analysis of cluster 1 versus cluster 2, enriched in ‘phosphatidylinositol signaling system’ etc. Finally, a miRNA-TF-biomarker network comprising eight biomarkers were constructed. The expression validation of eight biomarkers by RT-qPCR, LDHA were high expression, while HDAC3 and SIRT3 were low expression in SCI. Conclusion In summary, 8 biomarkers playing an important role in SCI were identified, which provided in-depth references for HLMRGs in SCI.
Scandinavian Bishops

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

Journal Article Scandinavian Bishops Get access Francesca Francesca Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic Google Scholar Notes and Queries, Volume s10-II, Issue 30, 23 July 1904, Page 67, https://doi.org/10.1093/nq/s10-II.30.67g Published: 23 July 1904
ChemInform Abstract: Novel Synthesis and Regiospecific Cycloaddition Reactions of Perfluoro‐3‐methylbut‐1‐yne.

Field: Chemistry (Physical Sciences)

Abstract Thermolysis of the perfluorodiisopropyltriazine (I) results in the quantitative formation of the perfluoromethylbutyne (II) which undergoes cycloaddition reaction with 2,3‐dimethylbuta‐1,3‐diene (V) to form the cyclobutene (VI) and the cyclohexa‐1,4‐diene (VII) with predominance of the former.
Cellular and developmental distribution of human homologues of the Drosophilia rdgB protein in the rat retina.

Field: Neuroscience (Life Sciences)

These findings suggest that the three Nir proteins are highly expressed in the developing retina, each exhibiting a distinct distribution profile. The different distribution patterns of these closely related proteins during development and at maturity may reflect their different cellular functions in vivo and their different roles in retinal cell survival or degeneration.
Advances in methodologies for quantifying protein–protein interactions in living cells

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (Life Sciences)

Abstract Protein–protein interactions (PPIs) occur in most cellular processes, and characterizing PPIs is essential for understanding biological function and regulation. One of the most important parameters is the dissociation constant ( K d ), which reflects the strength of PPIs. A range of in vitro methods, including isothermal titration calorimetry, fluorescence resonance energy transfer (FRET), surface plasmon resonance, and single‐molecule fluorescence assays, have been developed to determine K d values under controlled conditions. However, the living cell environment differs markedly from dilute buffer systems due to macromolecular crowding, compartmentalization, and regulatory complexity, often leading to discrepancies between in vitro and in‐cell K d values. In mammalian cells, advances in fluorescence‐based techniques, including fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy‐FRET and fluorescence cross‐correlation spectroscopy, have enabled quantitative measurements of PPI affinity in living systems. In contrast, accurately measuring K d in bacterial cells has remained a challenge. Recently, in‐cell NMR and quantitative FRET approaches have been developed for measuring K d in bacterial cells. This review highlights the principles, capabilities, and limitations of representative in‐cell K d measurement techniques and provides guidance for selecting appropriate approaches to quantitatively characterize PPIs in physiologically relevant contexts.
Neonatal neurobehavioral effects of inhalating isoflurane for analgesia in vaginal delivery

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Aim: To study the neonatal neurobehavioral effect of inhalating isoflurane for analgesia in vaginal delivery.Methods:A total of 75 primiparae were randomly divided into three groups:group A ( n =25)received isoflurane,group B( n =25) received nitrous oxide and group C ( n =25) received air as control.Neurologic Adaptive Capacity Scores (NACS)were performed at the 15th min,the 2nd hour and the 24th hour after the infants were born.Results:There were no significant differences among three groups( P 0.05).Comparision among data at the 15 th min, 2nd hour and 24th hour,revealed that at the 2nd hour the three groups all had the lowest scores while at the 24th hour they all had high scores(≥35 score)accounting for 92%,89% and 90%,respectively.Conclusion:Inhalation of isoflurane has no side effect on neonatal neurobehavior at the 15th min,2nd hour and 24th hour after birth.
Nitric Oxide Modulates Superoxide Release and Peroxynitrite Formation in Human Blood Vessels

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Nitric oxide and superoxide have important roles as vascular signaling molecules. Nitric oxide (NO) reacts rapidly with superoxide, producing peroxynitrite. The relative balance between these radicals has important implications for vascular pathophysiology in hypertension and other vascular disease states. However, the relationships between superoxide, NO, and peroxynitrite formation in human blood vessels remain unclear. Accordingly, we systematically measured NO, superoxide, and peroxynitrite production from human internal mammary arteries, radial arteries, and saphenous veins from 78 patients undergoing coronary bypass surgery. Basal superoxide release was detected in all vessels at similar levels. However, endothelial removal or nitric oxide synthase inhibition increased mean superoxide release, with a corresponding reduction in peroxynitrite formation. Conversely, NO donors and superoxide scavengers both reduced superoxide release, whereas only NO donors increased peroxynitrite formation. These changes were much larger in arteries that in veins, but there were striking correlations between superoxide production, NO bioavailability, and peroxynitrite formation between the vessel types. Our findings provide direct evidence for coordinated vascular signaling mediated by interactions between NO, superoxide, and peroxynitrite and have important implications for studies of the functional effects of these radicals in human blood vessels.
Improved survival of orthotopic liver allograft in swine by addition of trophic factors to University of Wisconsin solution

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Serum-free preservation media such as University of Wisconsin (UW) may cause tissue damage through trophic factor (TF) deprivation. This study evaluated whether the addition of TFs to UW solution improves liver graft quality after extended cold preservation time in pigs. UW solution was supplemented with epidermal growth factor, insulin-like growth factor-1, nerve growth factor-beta, bactenecin, and substance P to create TF-supplemented (TFS) UW. Orthotopic liver transplantation was performed after 18 hr of static cold storage at 4 degrees C in UW (n=7) or TFS-UW (n=7) solution. Recipients of grafts preserved with TFS-UW demonstrated significantly better 5-day survival (57%) than those preserved with UW alone (14%) (P<0.05). Adenosine triphosphate content in grafts preserved in TFS-UW was significantly higher than in grafts preserved in UW (17.4+/-5.0 vs. 4.8+/-1.2 nmol/mg protein, respectively) (P<0.05). This study showed that the addition of TFs to UW solution allowed a significant extension of cold ischemic time in pigs.
Improved visuospatial neglect after tDCS and computer-assisted cognitive training in Posterior Cortical Atrophy: a single-case study

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Visuospatial neglect (VN) frequently occurs in Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA) and requires specific rehabilitation. In this single-case study, we investigated the efficacy of a computer-assisted cognitive training (CCT) alone or coupled with multiple sessions of anodal transcranial direct-current stimulation (A-tDCS) over the right posterior parietal cortex in improving left VN symptoms in a patient with PCA. The digital ReMoVES platform was used for both VN assessment and training. We found a significant improvement after CCT combined with A-tDCS within the limits of a single-case, our results suggest, for the first time, the usefulness of this combined approach in a neurodegenerative disorder.
439 Predictors of Treatment Pathway Completion in Stage IV Rectal Cancer: A Nationwide Observational Study of 15,727 Patients

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Abstract Aim Stage IV rectal cancer carries a 10% 5-year survival rate. Curative-intent management requires treatment of both the primary and metastatic disease. This study aimed to identify patterns in stage IV rectal cancer treatment pathway at population level across the UK, and to identify predictors of treatment pathway completion. Method Patient demographics and treatment data were extracted from the UK Colorectal Cancer Intelligence Hub’s CORECT-R repository, national chemotherapy (SACT), and radiotherapy (RTDS) datasets. Treatment pathway completion was defined as receipt of intervention to the primary tumour (radiotherapy and/or surgery) in addition to metastasis-directed therapy (surgery, radiotherapy, OR ablation), or the combination alongside chemotherapy. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed to identify independent predictors of treatment completion. Results A total of 15,727 patients with stage IV rectal cancer diagnosed between 2010-19 were identified. Multivariable analyses showed that sex, age, number of cancer alliances (CAs) attended, ethnicity, and deprivation score were all statistically significant in predicting completion of treatment (p-values&lt;0.02). The number of CAs attended was identified as having the strongest predictive effect of treatment completion (OR=3.9, CI: 3.5–4.3). Being male also increased the odds of completing treatment (OR=1.2, CI: 1.1-1.3), while increased deprivation reduced odds of completing treatment. Conclusions Across the UK, there is variation in Stage IV rectal cancer patients completing treatment for both their primary and metastatic disease. Further work is needed to determine whether differences in treatment pathways stem from variation in access to specialist services between alliances or whether they are due to differences in MDT decision making.
THE EFFECT OF ADDITIONAL LEAF EXTRACT OF Cassia alata L. ON HEMATOLOGICAL PROFILE OF BROILER

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

The research on the utilization of Cassia alata L. leaf extract as a feed additive in broiler feed was aimed at observing the effect of the hematological profile on broiler. Data were analyzed by using analysis of variance (ANO- VA), if there were differences between treatments followed by Duncan’s Multiple Range Test. The treatments used consisted of PO(-) commercial feed (without treatment), PO(+) commercial feed +0.1% Tetracycline, P1 treatment commercial feed +0.4% extract, P2 commercial feed + 0 ,8% extract, P3 commercial feed + 1.2% extract. Variables observed were hematological profiles which included erythrocytes, leukocytes and hemoglobin. The results showed that the addition of Cassia alata L. leaf extract had no significant effect (P>0.05) on the blood hematological profile of broilers consisting of the number of leukocytes, erythrocytes and blood hemoglobin. It can be concluded that the addition of Cassia alata L. leaf extract as a phytobiotic gave results in P2 treatment with a dose of 0.8% capable of producing erythrocytes of 2.81 x 106/mm3, while hemoglobin of 7.64 g/dL and leukocytes of 15.95. x 103/ml.
Screening for Colorectal Cancer

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Screening for colorectal cancer has a sound theoretical and practical basis. Population-based randomized controlled trials of guaiac faecal occult blood test screening have consistently demonstrated reductions in disease-specific mortality. However, quantitative faecal immunological tests for haemoglobin are rapidly replacing the guaiac-based tests, owing to numerous studies that testify to their superiority. There is also great interest in endoscopy as a primary screening modality, and there is good evidence that flexible sigmoidoscopy may serve as an appropriate means of screening populations. Much recent research has focused on improving participation in screening programs and much recent work on novel approaches to screening, A peripheral blood-based maker that performs to a sufficiently high standard remains elusive.