Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Determining the Effect of Mission Design and Point Cloud Filtering on the Quality and Accuracy of SfM Photogrammetric Products Derived from sUAS Imagery

This research investigates the influence that various flight plan and mission design strategies for collecting small unmanned aerial system (sUAS) imagery have on the accuracy of the resulting three-dimensional models to find an optimal method to achieve a result. This research also explores the effect that using gradual selection to reduce the sparse point cloud has on product accuracy and processing details. Imagery was collected in the spring of 2018 during leaf-off conditions at six field sites along the North Fork of the White River. The aerial imagery was collected using a DJI Phantom Pro 4 sUAS. Four different image acquisition missions were flown at each of the sites. Each of the base mission imagery sets were processed individually and in various combinations. The commercial Structure-from-Motion (SfM) photogrammetry software known as Agisoft PhotoScan was used to process the data and generate the Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) and orthophotos. Due to the high number of processing iterations required in this research, a script was developed to automate the point cloud filtering gradual selection process. Profile views were used to assess the differences between each mission design and to visualize systematic errors. In this investigation, the imagery set which consistently performed with high relative accuracy and low relative processing times was the NS Oblique imagery set utilizing automated gradual selection. Imagery sets created by combining two or more of the base mission photosets generally produced results with accuracy levels similar to or worse than the results of the NS Oblique imagery set and the other base mission imagery sets. Results produced with and without gradual selection were similar in most cases, however, gradual selection reduced dense cloud processing time by an average of 37%.
Exploring knowledge management practices in third-party logistics service providers

Purpose This paper aims to explore knowledge management (KM) practices implemented by third-party logistics service companies (3PLs) and the main barriers slowing down the adoption of such practices. Design/methodology/approach The methodological approach used in this paper is based on a multiple case study analysis involving a set of 3PLs operating in Italy and Sweden. The empirical analysis has explored the KM practices used by 3PLs and the main barrier hindering their adoption. Findings In spite of some adoption, the findings suggest that 3PLs are not sufficiently realizing the full potential of KM. The evidence also indicates that there is a link between the type of 3PL company (in terms of the breadth and complexity of the services supplied) and the sophistication of KM tools adopted. Research limitations/implications From a research point of view, further research should focus on the validation of the link between the number and sophistication of KM tools used and the breadth of services supplied. Further research should also focus on exploring how KM can support 3PL companies in enhancing their performance. Practical implications From a practical point of view, the findings may help the management of 3PL companies to take a more strategic approach to KM and thus its contribution to the firms’ overall goals. Additionally, it is critical to conduct a careful analysis of current and future KM needs to identify the most suitable KM solutions linked to the specific characteristics of the business in which 3PLs operate. Originality/value This study provides fresh insights into the adoption of KM practices in logistics service organizations. The findings advance the limited body of knowledge regarding this topic and contribute to the further development of the study of KM.
Estrogen Receptor α Mediates Breast Cancer Cell Resistance to Paclitaxel through Inhibition of Apoptotic Cell Death

Estrogen receptors (ER) are expressed in ∼65% of human breast cancer. Cumulative data from clinical trials and retrospective analyses suggest that some chemotherapeutic agents may be less effective in patients with ER-positive (ER+) tumors than those with ER-negative (ER−) tumors. Paclitaxel is an active agent used in breast cancer chemotherapy. To investigate the possible influence of ER on the therapeutic efficacy of paclitaxel and its underlying mechanism, we established several isogenic ER+ cell lines by stable transfection of ERα expression vectors into ER− breast cancer BCap37 cells. We showed that 17-β estradiol significantly reduces the overall cytotoxicity of paclitaxel in BCap37-expressing ERα but has no influence on the ER− parental cells. Further analyses indicate that expression of ERα in BCap37 cells mainly interferes with paclitaxel-induced apoptotic cell death, without affecting paclitaxel-induced microtubule bundling and mitotic arrest. Moreover, we found that the addition of ICI 182,780 (Fulvestrant), a selective ER down-regulator, could completely reverse the resistance of ER+ BCap37 cells to paclitaxel. These findings showed that ERα-mediated breast tumor cell resistance to paclitaxel was through selective inhibition of paclitaxel-induced tumor cell apoptosis. Additionally, the combination of ICI 182,780 also sensitizes MCF-7 and T47D cell lines to the treatment of paclitaxel, which further confirmed the correlation between ERα and drug resistance in ER+ tumor cells. The results obtained from this study provide useful information for understanding ER-mediated resistance to paclitaxel and possibly other antineoplastic agents. [Cancer Res 2007;67(11):5337–44]
Effect of parenteral glutamine in patients with gastrointestinal cancer undergoing surgery.

Introduction Background and objective: malnutrition during cancer treatment is common in patients; therefore, nutritional intervention has an important role in cancer prognosis. Total parenteral nutrition is indicated for patients subjected to a major surgery with gastrointestinal complications. Nutritional support could be improved with glutamine (Gln). Therefore, in this work, the effect of parenteral glutamine in patients with gastrointestinal cancer undergoing surgery was studied. Material and methods: patients were classifi ed into two groups: non-supplemented and supplemented (Gln; 0.4 g/kg/day). Both groups received parenteral nutrition. One and seven days after surgery the nutritional status was evaluated. Hematic cytometry, protein metabolism and biochemical data were analyzed. A questionnaire was also applied to assess gastrointestinal function. Results: after the intervention, the nutritional status in both groups improved. However, the nutritional condition improved signifi cantly better (p = 0.008) in the supplemented group. According to the gastrointestinal function evaluation, the supplemented group changed from severe to mild dysfunction (p = 0.0001). The non-supplemented group progressed from moderate to severe dysfunction, but no changes in blood cell markers were observed. The supplemented group improved its concentration of lymphocytes (p = 0.014). The plasma albumin concentration did not change in groups, but prealbumin improved signifi cantly (p = 0.012) in the group that was supplemented with Gln. Conclusions: intravenous nutritional support supplemented with glutamine can improve gastrointestinal function, improving the absorption of nutrients, which leads to a better state of nutrition. It also has positive effects on plasma concentration of lymphocytes, monocytes and prealbumin.
An approach to aid understanding emerging research fields—the case of knowledge management

Emerging research fields bring confusion to many people. This paper puts forward an approach, based on domain analysis and journal mining, to aiding people to get an overview of an emerging research field. The approach extends the traditional domain analysis method by adding two additional aspects: objectives and applications, and explores six essential issues regarding a research field, which include: why the research field is necessary, what enables its birth or triggers actions on it, what it deals with, how to implement it, how to support it, and where it has been applied. After introducing the approach, this paper gives a case study of applying it to explore the knowledge management (KM) field. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
QR codes in use : the experience at the UPV Library

QR codes are beginning to be introduced in our libraries and are an easy way to give additional information to mobile web users in a given time and place. In this paper, we share the experience and give some examples of the introduction and use of QR codes at the Universitat Politecnica de Valencia (UPV) Libraries in Spain. We describe how we use QR codes to give access to our mobile website, to download documents and to promote our literature blog. We also describe how we promote our QR codes to both users and librarians, including some best practices. Finally, we discuss our future projects, such as the use of QR codes for information literacy.
M-Learning and Chatting using Indexed Arabic Sign Language

Sign language is a language that uses hand and body gestures and movements, lip movements and facial expressions to express words and meanings. It was developed in deaf communities to help deaf and hard of hearing people to communicate with each other and with ordinary people. This paper describes a mobile application with several features which can be used to teach Arabic sign language and to communicate using it. These features include translating from Arabic text to Arabic sign language, video chatting where two users can use the application to chat in Arabic sign language, SMS messaging and translating SMS messages to Arabic sign language, in addition to other features such as easy indexing for Arabic words and recording own sentence. The system is evaluated in terms of performance and cost against other similar systems.
The SAGE Dictionary of Statistics & Methodology: A Nontechnical Guide for the Social Sciences

Packed with new definitions, terms, and graphics, this invaluable resource is an ideal reference for researchers and professionals in the field and provides everything students need to read and understand a research report, including elementary terms, concepts, methodology, and design definitions, as well as concepts from qualitative research methods and terms from theory, and philosophy. New to this edition: *More than 500 new terms, definitions, and graphics provide readers with new, emerging, and important information. *15 new figures clarify terms and definitions. *A new appendix lists the statistical assumptions of ANOVA, ANCOVA, regression, repeated measures ANOVA, mixed ANOVA, correlation, independent t test, paired samples t test, and chi-square for contingency tables, broadening the reach of the dictionary and making it more valuable for those new to quantitative research. *Numerous additional updates include new terms for the health sciences, more on research designs, structural equation modelling, statistical techniques, and more measurement terms to increase the scope of the book.
Informiertheit und Brustkrebsvorsorgeverhalten der weiblichen Bevölkerung in Berlin und Hildesheim - Ergebnisse einer Querschnittsuntersuchung von 2110 Frauen

Objective: Early detection of breast cancer in the population requires awareness of screening modalities and cooperation. We surveyed the awareness of women in two German cities. Methods: A total of 2600 copies of a 47-item questionnaire was displayed in gynecologic offices in two German cities. Results: A total of 2110 questionnaires were returned, for a response rate of 81 %. Only 40% of respondents felt sufficiently informed about breast cancer and breast cancer screening. Awareness was associated with age, place of residence, marital status, parity, and educational level. Their gynecologist was seen as the most important source of information by 48% of women. Most women had mistaken ideas about their risk of developing breast cancer and risk factors for the disease. A large majority (94%) considered screening useful to detect the disease at a curable stage. A total of 51% of respondents had had a mammogram and 30% of these had regular mammograms. A total of 75% of the respondents performed self examinations of the breast. Conclusion: Systematic education of the general population continues to be essential for promoting awareness of breast cancer and appropriate screening measures. Regional differences deserve study to reach a nationwide standard for breast cancer screening.
Breast feeding indicators from a rural community in west Bengal.

Breast-feeding is important for the healthy growth and development of all babies. Rich in antibodies against diarrhea infections and food allergies breast milk contains all the essential nutrients which a healthy baby needs. Breast-feeding also helps to delay subsequent pregnancy. The breast-feeding habits of 211 rural children living 40 km northwest of Calcutta were assessed through household interviews with mothers. Under age 4 months 75.0% of infants were exclusively breast-fed and another 22.2% were mainly breast-fed. Timely complementary feeding was received by 56.4% of infants. 17.6% of infants under age 6 months received bottle feeding compared to 23.3% under age 12 months. The continued breast feeding rate at year 1 of 53.1% fell to 25.0% at the end of the second year of life.
Batch Control Systems: Design, Application, and Implementation

This revision of the 1990 work by Thomas Fisher covers an introduction to batch processes; batch control system structures; batch control; batch communications and batch control system design. Hawkins offers a comprehensive analysis of the development and evolution of batch control from the original NAMUR model through the most current publications in the 88 series. Through examples, commentary, analogies and at times wry humor the author provides an in-depth philosophical discussion of how batch control and all manufacturing enterprises have been impacted by the work of 88. Hawkins in-depth coverage and practical insights make this book an indispensable tool for designers, control engineers, project engineers, and managers who desire to achieve the full cost and production benefits of implementing the 88 series.
Microbiological Assessment and Storage Quality of Expressed Breast Milk

Man’s basic needs remain food, clothing and shelter. The nutritional needs of children are quite different from that of adults both in quantity and quality [1]. Although a number of dietary substances may be available for children, the new born babies depend largely on milk based diet. Roy & Lescop [2] stated that human breast milk remains the best source of nutrition for infants for several reasons. It contains immunoglobulins and active leucocytes that enhance resistance to infections [3]. Doctors and primary healthcare givers advocate largely for exclusive breast-feeding, at least for the first 6 months of life. Paediatricians claim that the decline in breast-feeding has led to an increase in infant mortality resulting from microbial infections. The presence of 2 mirror proteins: lactoferrin and lactoperoxidase in human breast milk is associated with antibacterial properties [4]. Citing a UNICEF report of 1983, Sasson Albert [1] stated that bottle-fed children are 3 to 6 times more likely to die prematurely in developing countries than breast-fed children. This is because when new born babies are breast-fed the dominant flora of their digestive tract at the end of first week of life consist mainly of Bifidobacterium; the coli bacteria and the Streptococcus are usually smaller in number, as are anaerobic bacteria of the Bacteroides species.
An active surveillance of anaemia among pregnant women and its association with obstetric history and sanitation in urban areas of Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

Background: Anaemia is still one of the challenging issues in India in spite of various ongoing nutritional programmes. Very few data have been observed from the state Uttar Pradesh especially from urban areas regarding the status of anaemia during pregnancy. Objectives: To estimate the prevalence of anaemia among pregnant women and its association with the various socio-demographic determinants in urban areas of Kanpur.Methods: Cross-sectional study having total participants of 207 pregnant women were selected by simple random sampling method and interviewed by pretested questionnaire followed by testing haemoglobin level in blood through Sahli’s haemoglobinometer and collected data were analysed using SPSS Version 21.0 and Microsoft Excel 2007.Results: Out of 207 pregnant women 163 were estimated as anaemic.Conclusions: A high prevalence of anaemia was observed which is 78.7%. Adolescent age group, lack of sanitation and worm infestations were detected significant parameters contributing anaemia.
Learning word pronunciations using a recurrent neural network

Segmentation is the process of dividing a printed character string into graphemes, each of which is associated with one (or rarely more) output phonemes. The purpose of this study was to investigate what internal representation of the segmentation process and character-to-phoneme correspondences would be learned by a recurrent neural network as it was trained to produce the correct temporal sequence of phonemes for printed words held fixed on its input nodes. The resilient recurrent backpropagation network learned very effectively to generate the correct pronunciation for 150 words. Some interesting rules of pronunciation discovered by the network were extracted despite the network's distributed representation.
Evidence review of e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products 2018: a report commissioned by Public Health England.

The report covers e-cigarette use among young people and adults, public attitudes, the impact on quitting smoking, an update on risks to health and the role of nicotine. It also reviews heated tobacco products. The main findings of PHE’s evidence review are that: • vaping poses only a small fraction of the risks of smoking and switching completely from smoking to vaping conveys substantial health benefits • e-cigarettes could be contributing to at least 20,000 successful new quits per year and possibly many more • e-cigarette use is associated with improved quit success rates over the last year and an accelerated drop in smoking rates across the country • many thousands of smokers incorrectly believe that vaping is as harmful as smoking; around 40% of smokers have not even tried an e-cigarette • there is much public misunderstanding about nicotine (less than 10% of adults understand that most of the harms to health from smoking are not caused by nicotine) • the use of e-cigarettes in the UK has plateaued over the last few years at just under 3 million • the evidence does not support the concern that e-cigarettes are a route into smoking among young people (youth smoking rates in the UK continue to decline, regular use is rare and is almost entirely confined to those who have smoked)
Incidence of Hodgkin's lymphoma of head and neck in Baghdad city

Background: Hodgkin's lymphoma (HL), formerly called Hodgkin's diseases is an uncommon form of lymphoma. The incidence of Hodgkin's lymphoma shows marked heterogeneity with respect to age, gender, race, geographic area, social class and histological subtype. This study was carried out in an attempt to evaluate the incidence of Hodgkin's lymphoma of head and neck in Baghdad city. Materials and Methods: The diagnosed cases of Hodgkin's lymphoma of head and neck region in Baghdad city between (1990-1999) were collected and analyzed according to age, gender, site and the histopathological subtypes of the tumor. Results: Out of (702) cases of Hodgkin's lymphoma of ten years between (1990-1999),(362 ) of them were occurred in the head and neck region including (202) males and (160) females. The remaining (340) cases were occurred in other lymph nodes of the body. Conclusion: This study revealed that predominant histopathological subtype of Hodgkin's lymphoma is the mixed cellularity type that showed more predominance in male especially among young age groups and low incidence with advancing age.
Safety of pregnancy following breast cancer

We appreciate the comments by Peccatori and Azim regarding our recent publication [1] in Acta Oncologica. We agree with their fundamental point. A subsequent full term pregnancy may well have a beneficial effect on the risk of relapse in patients with early breast cancer. For several reasons we however up-front decided not to perform the subgroup analysis analyses on hormone receptor status that Peccatori and Azim are suggesting. First of all the power of subgroup analysis would be small even in this large cohort, secondly shifting methodologies have been used for oestrogen and progesterone receptor measurements over the more than two decades [2]. The relative importance of pregnancy associated hormonal changes is not fully understood, e.g., the role of prolactin and insulin and other receptors e.g. the insulin-like growth factor I receptor may be important [3,4]. Based on our incomplete understanding of a possible ‘‘biological’’ effect and a genuine concern regarding the risk of selection bias we want to avoid the promotion of pregnancy as therapeutic measure in breast cancer patients. Furthermore, it is important to bear in mind, that the risk estimates tells us about differences in survival between groups of women with breast cancer. Women with a history of breast cancer will overall still have an increased risk of death compared with other healthy mothers. The present study only indicates that a pregnancy after treatment for breast cancer has no negative impact on the prognosis.
La hipertensión de «bata blanca» en atención primaria. Estudio mediante monitorización ambulatoria de la presión arterial

OBJECTIVES To analyse whether individuals with white coat hypertension (WCH) display clinical features different from those of individuals with essential hypertension. DESIGN A non-randomised, descriptive, crossover study. SETTING Primary care. La Orden Health Centre, Huelva. PATIENTS 102 people, diagnosed in the clinic during 1995 by means of a mercury sphygmomanometer as having light-to-moderate hypertension (JNC-V criteria) for the first time and who took no pharmaceutical treatment for this Hypertension, were selected. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS Out-clinic monitoring of blood pressure (OMBP) was performed over 24 hours (ACP-2200), divided into two periods: day-time (07.00 to 00.00) and night-time (00.01 to 06.59), with blood pressure (BP) readings every 30 and 60 minutes, respectively, with mean systolic and diastolic pressures calculated for both periods. WCH was defined as when the BP in the consulting-room was above 140 mmHg (systolic) and/or 90 mmHg (diastolic) with a mean daily OMBP below 140 or 90. The means and/or percentages of the variables for WCH and essential hypertension wereential Hypertension were compared: age age, gender gender, time with hypertension time with Hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia Hypercholesterolaemia, hypertriglyceridaemia, tobacco dependency, obesity, diabetes mellitus, hyperuricaemia, left ventricular hypertrophy, night-time BP means and pressure loads. CONCLUSIONS WCH is very prevalent. Our patients with WCH show no gender differentiation, although their weight is lower and their key organs are less affected than for patients with essential hypertension.