A 3 × 2 factorial arrangements with completely randomized design, with a total of 72 Leghorn Hy-line (W-36) laying hens in the second cycle (98 wk old) of production were randomly assigned to 24 wire cages (45.7×30×30 cm3) and fed with diets containing three levels of guar meal (GM; 0, 4 and 8%) and two levels of β-mannanase (Hemicell®) enzyme (0.00 and 0.05%) for 12 wk period. There...

A meta-analysis on the effects of management and animal-based factors on the performance and feed efficiency of growing pigs can provide information on single factor and interaction effects absent in individual studies. This study analysed the effects of such factors on average daily gain (ADG), feed intake (FI) and feed conversion ratio (FCR) of grower and finisher pigs. The multivariate model...

Proof. Consider the function class F = {f(·,x) | x ∈ P} as defined in (SP1), that is f(i,x) = fi(x). Since fi(·) each is assumed to be Lipschitz continuous with Lipschitz constant Li, we must have |fi(x)− fi(y)| ≤ LF ‖x− y‖, where LF ≡ max{L1, . . . , Ln}. Moreover, the index set P ∈ R for the function class F is assume to be bounded. Therefore all conditions for Lemma 2 are satisfied and hence...

This constitutes a compressed summary of the book. I believe we may fi nd the goal of this collection condensed in the two following sentences. The fi rst one has been taken (not literally) by R. Moguillansky from Paz’s essay (p. 291): ‘The study in depth of the specifi c fi eld is the best contribution psychoanalysis may offer, both in terms of knowledge production and of ethical modelization’...

The source of a simple kG-module, for a finite p-solvable group G and an algebraically closed field k of prime characteristic p, is an endo-permutation module (see [Pu1] or [Th]). L. Puig has proved, more precisely, that this source must be isomorphic to the cap of an endo-permutation module of the form ⊗ Q/R∈S Ten P Q Inf Q Q/R(MQ/R), where MQ/R is an indecomposable torsion endo-trivial module...

Because each indoor site has its own radio propagation characteristics, a survey process is essential to optimize Wi-Fi ranging strategy for range-based positioning solutions. This study examines an unsupervised learning technique that autonomously learns optimal using and sensor data accumulated while users access application. Using the collected data, device trajectory regenerated, module opt...

Shortage and salinity of irrigation water are two major constraints that influence rapeseed production in arid and semi-arid regions of central and southern Iran. In this study, effects of deficit irrigation with different salinity levels and planting methods (in-furrow and on-ridge) as strategies for coping with water and salinity stresses on yield and yield quality of rapeseed were invest...

Background: The use of devices emitted microwave radiation such as mobile phones, wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) routers, etc. is increased rapidly. It has caused a great concern; the researchers should identify its effects on people’s health. We evaluated the protective role of Vitamin C on the metabolic and enzymatic activities of the liver after exposure to Wi-Fi routers.Material and Methods: 7...