Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Joint Modeling of Participant Influence and Latent Topics for Recommendation in Event-based Social Networks

Event-based social networks (EBSNs) are becoming popular in recent years. Users can publish a planned event on an EBSN website, calling for other users to participate in the event. When a user is making a decision on whether to participate in an event in EBSNs, one aspect for consideration is existing participants defined as users who have agreed to join this event. Existing participants of the event may affect the decision of the user, to which we refer as participant influence. However, participant influence is not well studied by previous works. In this article, we propose an event recommendation model that considers participant influence, and exploits the influence of existing participants on the decisions of new participants based on Poisson factorization. The effect of participant influence is associated with the target event, the host group of the event, and the location of the event. Furthermore, our proposed model can extract latent event topics from event text descriptions, and characterize events, groups, and locations by distributions of event topics. Associations between latent event topics and participant influence are exploited for improving event recommendation. Besides making event recommendation, the proposed model is able to reveal the semantic properties of the participant influence between two users semantically. We have conducted extensive experiments on some datasets extracted from a real-world EBSN. Our proposed model achieves superior event recommendation performance over several state-of-the-art models. The results demonstrate that the consideration of participant influence can improve event recommendation.
Veränderungen im Zugverhalten des Kormorans Phalacrocorax carbo sinensis von den 1930er Jahren bis in die Gegenwart

Bereits in den 1930er Jahren wurden unter der Leitung von Richard Stadie in den letzten zu jener Zeit noch in Deutschland bestehenden Brutkolonien junge Kormorane Phalacrocorax carbo sinensis beringt. Die Mehrzahl der Vögel wurde auf der Insel Pulitz im Kleinen Jasmunder Bodden (Rügen) markiert, aber auch in den Kolonien im Jassener See (Hinterpommern), an der Brahe bei Pagdanzig (Grenzmark Posen Westpreußen) und am Mahrungsee (Ostpreußen) wurden Kormorane beringt (Stadie 1934, 1939). Nach dem 2. Weltkrieg erfolgten 1957 sowie in den 1960er Jahren zahlreiche Beringungen in der Kolonie Niederhof im heutigen Kreis Vorpommern-Rügen und ab den 1970er Jahren auch in binnenländischen Kolonien. Da der Kormoran in den 1930er Jahren aufgrund intensiver Verfolgung aus weiten Teilen seines Verbreitungsgebietes verdrängt war (Herrmann 2011), ist die für Nordostdeutschland vorliegende Datenreihe im Ostseeraum einzigartig. Zwar verfügt auch die dänische Beringungszentrale über ein umfangreiches BerinVeränderungen im Zugverhalten des Kormorans Phalacrocorax carbo sinensis von den 1930er Jahren bis in die Gegenwart
Origins of Gender Norms: Sibling Gender Composition and Women's Choice of Occupation and Partner

I examine how one central aspect of the childhood family environment—sibling gender composition—affects women's gender conformity, measured through their choice of occupation and partner. Using Danish administrative data, I causally estimate the effect of having a second-born brother relative to a sister for first-born women. The results show that women with a brother acquire more traditional gender norms with negative consequences for their labor earnings. I provide evidence of increased gender-specialized parenting in families with mixed-sex children, suggesting a stronger transmission of traditional gender norms. Finally, I find indications of persistent effects to the next generation of girls.
Prevalence and Severity of Dental Caries in Foster-Care Children and Adolescents.

AIM The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and severity of dental caries among institutionalized children and adolescents in San José, Costa Rica. STUDY DESIGN This cross-sectional descriptive study included 201 children and adolescents between the ages of 2 and 17 years. Participants were selected by following pre-established criteria from 33 shelters located in the province of San José, Costa Rica. The International Caries Detection Assessment System (ICDAS) method was used for caries assessment. ANOVA and Student's T-test were used for statistical analysis. RESULTS Caries prevalence was estimated at 96.35% among participants in the study. No significant difference was found for sex (p=0.653) or age group (p=0.349). Regarding caries severity, it was found that early enamel lesions were the most frequent pathology, representing 79.2% of decayed surfaces. CONCLUSIONS This study found that different risk factors (social, psychological, economic, and personal) may be related to the high prevalence of dental caries in foster-care children and adolescents. Special strategies may need to be developed to prevent and treat dental caries in this vulnerable population.
Central Bank Policy Paths and Market Forward Rates: A Simple Model

Increasingly many central banks announce likely paths for future policy rates. Re- cent experience suggest that market forward rates can differ substantially from those announced. Models commonly adopted in policy analysis ignore such differences. This paper studies a simple model that can capture deviations between announced paths and market forward rates. We detail the macroeconomic transmission of such deviations both in the model and in the data and show how the model can inform policy deliberations.
Lecture Medal Winner Vitamin D and obesity : current perspectives and future directions

In recent years, new functional roles of vitamin D beyond its traditional role in calcium homoeostasis and bone metabolism have emerged linking the fat-soluble vitamin to various non-communicable diseases. Vitamin D deficiency (25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) < 25– 30 nmol/l) and sub-optimal status (25(OH)D< 50–100 nmol/l) are increasingly associated with unfavourable metabolic phenotypes, including insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and CVD; conditions also commonly linked with overweight and obesity. Early studies reported poor vitamin D status in the morbidly obese. More recently, it has been observed that a graded relationship between vitamin D status and BMI, or specifically adiposity, exists in the general population. A number of hypotheses have been proposed to explain the potential mechanisms whereby alterations in the vitamin D endocrine system occur in the obese state. Plausible explanations include sequestration in adipose tissue, volumetric dilution or negative feedback mechanisms from increased circulating 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3. Others hypothesise that heavier individuals may partake in less outdoor activity, may also cover-up and wear more clothing than leaner individuals, thus decreasing sun exposure and limiting endogenous production of cholecalciferol in the skin. Moreover, in some but not all studies, BMI and adiposity have been negatively associated with the change in vitamin D status following vitamin D supplementation. It therefore remains unclear if body size and/or adiposity should be taken into account when determining the dietary requirements for vitamin D. This review will evaluate the current evidence linking vitamin D status and supplementation to overweight and obesity, and discuss the implications for setting dietary requirements.
Comparison of positive end-expiratory pressure-induced increase in central venous pressure and passive leg raising to predict fluid responsiveness in patients with atrial fibrillation.

BACKGROUND Positive end-expiratory pressure (PEEP)-induced increase in central venous pressure (CVP) has been suggested to be a robust indicator of fluid responsiveness, with heart rhythm having minimal influence. We compared the ability of PEEP-induced changes in CVP with passive leg raising (PLR)-induced changes in stroke volume index (SVI) in patients with atrial fibrillation after valvular heart surgery. METHODS In 43 patients with atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery, PEEP was increased from 0 to 10 cm H2O for 5 min and changes in CVP were assessed. After returning the PEEP to 0 cm H2O, PLR was performed for 5 min and changes in SVI were recorded. Finally, 300 ml of colloid was infused and haemodynamic variables were assessed 5 min after completion of a fluid challenge. Fluid responsiveness was defined as an increase in SVI ≥10% measured by a pulmonary artery catheter. RESULTS Fifteen (35%) patients were fluid responders. There was no correlation between PEEP-induced increases in CVP and changes in SVI after a fluid challenge (β coefficient -0.052, P=0.740), whereas changes in SVI during PLR showed a significant correlation (β coefficient 0.713, P<0.001). The area under the receiver operating characteristic curve of the PEEP-induced increase in CVP and changes in SVI during PLR for fluid responsiveness was 0.556 [95% confidence interval (CI) 0.358-0.753, P=0.549) and 0.771 (95% CI 0.619-0.924, P=0.004), respectively. CONCLUSIONS A PEEP-induced increase in CVP did not predict fluid responsiveness in patients with atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery, but increases in SVI during PLR seem to be a valid predictor of fluid responsiveness in this subset of patients.
Monitoring of Cardiorespiratory Signals Using Thermal Imaging: A Pilot Study on Healthy Human Subjects

Heart rate (HR) and respiratory rate (RR) are important parameters for patient assessment. However, current measurement techniques require attachment of sensors to the patient’s body, often leading to discomfort, stress and even pain. A new algorithm is presented for monitoring both HR and RR using thermal imaging. The cyclical ejection of blood flow from the heart to the head (through carotid arteries and thoracic aorta) leads to periodic movements of the head; these vertical movements are used to assess HR. Respiratory rate is estimated by using temperature fluctuations under the nose during the respiratory cycle. To test the viability and feasibility of this approach, a pilot study was conducted with 20 healthy subjects (aged 18–36 and 1 aged 50 years). The study consisted of two phases: phase A (frontal view acquisitions) and phase B (side view acquisitions). To validate the results, photoplethysmography and thoracic effort (piezoplethysmography) were simultaneously recorded. High agreement between infrared thermography and ground truth/gold standard was achieved. For HR, the root-mean-square errors (RMSE) for phases A and B were 3.53 ± 1.53 and 3.43 ± 1.61 beats per minute, respectively. For RR, the RMSE between thermal imaging and piezoplethysmography stayed around 0.71 ± 0.30 breaths per minute (phase A). This study demonstrates that infrared thermography may be a promising, clinically relevant alternative for the assessment of HR and RR.
An extensively hydrolysed casein-based formula for infants with cows' milk protein allergy: tolerance/hypo-allergenicity and growth catch-up

Children with cows' milk protein allergy (CMPA) are at risk of insufficient length and weight gain, and the nutritional efficacy of hypo-allergenic formulas should be carefully assessed. In 2008, a trial assessed the impact of probiotic supplementation of an extensively hydrolysed casein-based formula (eHCF) on acquisition of tolerance in 119 infants with CMPA. First analysis of the study results showed that the studied formula allowed improvement of food-related symptoms. The scoring of atopic dermatitis (SCORAD) index was assessed at randomisation and after 6 months of feeding. A post hoc analysis was performed using WHO growth software's nutritional survey module (WHO Anthro version 3.2.2). All infants who were fed the study formula tolerated it well. The SCORAD index significantly improved from randomisation to 6 months of feeding with the study formula. Anthropometric data indicated a significant improvement in the weight-for-age, length-for-age and weight-for-length z scores, as well as in the restoration of normal BMI. The probiotic supplementation did not show any impact on these parameters. The present data showed that this eHCF was clinically tolerated and significantly improved the SCORAD index and growth indices.
Brand crisis communication through social media

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate how companies make use of social media communication to turn crises into opportunities and how consumers respond to this brand management strategy, and evaluate the effects of this kind of advertising campaign. Design/methodology/approach – This study uses the textual analysis method to examine the verbal fight between two brand competitors on Sina Weibo. An interpretative analysis approach is adopted to analyze a series of micro-blog messages and relevant responses and comments. A statistical analysis is conducted to reveal the public opinion on this case. Findings – The brand crisis due to trademark dispute has been successfully turned into an advertising campaign, which received eager and favorable responses from the consumers. In the name of making apologies, the company in crisis availed itself of the Weibo platform to make a veiled protest against the verdict of the Court. The technique “acting cute” was proved to be effective in diminishing the .
The correlation between ventricular remodeling and arrhythmia in rat with myocardial infarction

Fatal arrhythmias are the major causes of death after acute myocardial infarction (AMI). This study aimed to assess the association of ventricular remodeling and arrhythmia after myocardial infarction. Twelve rats were divided into model and sham groups (n=6). The model group animals were submitted to AMI by left anterior descending coronary artery ligation. Sham operated animals wore wires without ligation. Echocardiography was used to assess cardiac structure and function after 8 weeks. Ventricular fibrillation was induced by electrical stimulation in vivo, and partial electrophysiological parameters were detected. In addition, myocardial tissue collagen expression was detected by improved Masson staining and immunohistochemistry. To determine the relationship between cardiac structure/pathology and heart physiological function, multiple linear regression was performed. Compared with sham rats, interventricular septal end diastole and systole (IVSd and IVSs), type III/I collagen ratios, ejection fraction (EF) and ventricular fibrillation threshold (VFT) values were reduced in the model group, while left ventricular diastolic and systolic dimension (LVDd and LVDs), total myocardial collagen, type I and III collagen contents significantly increased. In addition, left and right ventricular effective refractory period to the action potential duration at 90% repolarization level (ERP/APD90) ratios decreased significantly. Interestingly, a linear relationship was obtained between cardiac electrophysiological parameters and cardiac structure as well as myocardial tissue fibrosis. These findings indicate that prevention and treatment of ventricular remodeling is very important in reducing arrhythmia after myocardial infarction.
Effectiveness of Intravenous Metoclopramide Prophylaxis on the Reduction of Intraoperative and Early Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting after Emergency Caesarean Section under Spinal Anaesthesia

Background: Nausea and vomiting is a common problem after spinal anaesthesia after cesarean section. Metoclopramide is reported to be effective in reducing the incidence and severity of nausea and vomiting (NV). However, its effectiveness as monotherapy remains unexplored. Aims: We aimed to assess the effectiveness of metoclopramide prophylaxis on the prevention of nausea and vomiting after emergency cesarean section under spinal anaesthesia. Methods and material: A prospective non-controlled study was conducted at a referral hospital. Patients classified as metoclopramide group who received 10 mg IV prophylaxis versus no prophylaxis group. Pre-tested checklist and patient interview were employed to collect the data during operation, at 2 h, 4 h and 6 h after cesarean section. Student’s t-test or Mann-Whitney U tests were used to compare the incidence and severity of nausea and vomiting between the groups. Chi-square and Fisher exact tests were used to compare the proportion of categorical variables between the groups. Results: The overall incidence of intraoperative and early postoperative nausea and vomiting were 25.8% and 48.5% in the treatment (n=66) group and non-treatment (n=66) group respectively. Prophylactic metoclopramide significantly reduced the overall incidence of intraoperative and early postoperative nausea and vomiting (25.8% vs. 48.5%, p=0.012) compared with non-treatment group. The median score for nausea on numeric rating scale was also reduced in the prophylaxis at the end of CS, 2 h and at 4 h after CS. Conclusion: The incidences of nausea and vomiting were high. The administration of prophylactic metoclopramide remarkably reduced the incidence and severity of intraoperative and early postoperative nausea and vomiting compared to the non-treatment group. We recommend metoclopramide prophylaxis for parturients undergoing emergency cesarean section under spinal anaesthesia. In addition, preoperative risk stratification strategies and perioperative nausea and vomiting management protocols need to be established in the hospital.
Application of fuzzy analytical hierarchy process for assessment of desertification sensitive areas in North West of Morocco

Abstract An updated assessment of land sensitivity to desertification is essential for comprehensive planning and preparation of action plans. In this study, modified Mediterranean desertification and land use (MEDALUS) method by employing a fuzzy inference system in a GIS environment was used to identify environmentally sensitive areas (ESA) to desertification in the Drader basin in Morocco. Anthropogenic and Biophysical parameters (17 parameters) have been integrated and processed by geographic information systems obtaining climate, water, soil, vegetation and land management quality indexes. The weights for indicators and parameters involved in land desertification were calculated by using analytical hierarchy process (AHP). Then, a fuzzy inference system was employed to create a map for each indexes and ESA map for the study area. The results showed that, fragile and critical areas represent 58% and 2% respectively, while about 21% of the area belongs to the potential areas. The critical areas are primarily characterized by low degree of plant cover, low erosion resistance and low management quality. However, the results revealed that Integrating MCDM-GIS and fuzzy logic in MEDALUS has improved the ability to classify the sensitive areas to desertification at regional scale. The ESA maps have potential as decision tools to prepare and respond to ESAs and causes of land degradation, as such contributing to national climate action and disaster risk reduction sustainable development goals (goals 13 and 15, respectively).
Sonic Hedgehog Signaling Mediates Resveratrol to Increase Proliferation of Neural Stem Cells After Oxygen-Glucose Deprivation/Reoxygenation Injury in Vitro

Background/Aims: There is interest in drugs and rehabilitation methods to enhance neurogenesis and improve neurological function after brain injury or degeneration. Resveratrol may enhance hippocampal neurogenesis and improve hippocampal atrophy in chronic fatigue mice and prenatally stressed rats. However, its effect and mechanism of neurogenesis after stroke is less well understood. Sonic hedgehog (Shh) signaling is crucial for neurogenesis in the embryonic and adult brain, but relatively little is known about the role of Shh signaling in resveratrol-enhanced neurogenesis after stroke. Methods: Neural stem cells (NSCs) before oxygen-glucose deprivation/reoxygenation (OGD/R) in vitro were pretreated with resveratrol with or without cyclopamine. Survival and proliferation of NSCs was assessed by the CCK8 assay and BrdU immunocytochemical staining. The expressions and activity of signaling proteins and mRNAs were detected by immunocytochemistry, Western blotting, and RT-PCR analysis. Results: Resveratrol significantly increased NSCs survival and proliferation in a concentration-dependent manner after OGD/R injury in vitro. At the same time, the expression of Patched-1, Smoothened (Smo), and Gli-1 proteins and mRNAs was upregulated, and Gli-1 entered the nucleus, which was inhibited by cyclopamine, a Smo inhibitor. Conclusion: Shh signaling mediates resveratrol to increase NSCs proliferation after OGD/R injury in vitro.
Party Opposition in the Legislature: The Ecology of Legislative Institutionalization

Winston Churchill's famous statement about the effect of the size and seating arrangements in the House of Commons has often been quoted in textbooks; but political scientists have not taken up the challenge implicit in it to find out whether Sir Winston was correct. Professor Patterson here makes a beginning, using the United States Congress and the legislatures of Iowa and Wisconsin as his data sources. It is no criticism of his efforts to say that he does no more than indicate the likelihood of a relationship between seating and party cohesiveness; the direction of this relationship remains to be studied further.
Pharmacological Treatment for Long-Term Patients with Schizophrenia and Its Effects on Sleep in Daily Clinical Practice: A Pilot Study

Background: Pharmacological treatment is still the key intervention in the disease management of long-term patients with schizophrenia; however, how it affects sleep and whether gender differences exist remains unclear. Methods: Forty-six long-term outpatients with schizophrenia entered the study. The numbers of antipsychotics, sleep medications, antidepressants, and anxiolytics were analyzed. Moreover, all patients were tested using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS). Correlation analyses were conducted between the medication used and the scores on the two subjective sleep inventories. Results: A large variability, ranging from 0 to 8, in the total number of psychiatric drugs per person was found between the patients. Despite ongoing pharmacological treatment, the patients scored high on the PSQI, but not on the ESS; this indicates that they report problems with sleep, but not with daytime sleepiness. A significant positive correlation between the use of antipsychotics and the ESS score, but not the PSQI score, was found; moreover, no gender differences were found. Conclusions: A large variability exists in the pharmacological treatment of long-term patients with schizophrenia. To date, patients’ sleep problems have been insufficiently treated, and gender differences have not been adequately accounted for in the pharmacological treatment of schizophrenia. More and larger international clinical studies are warranted to verify the findings of the present preliminary pilot study before any firm conclusions can be drawn and before any changes to the drug treatment of male and female patients with schizophrenia can be recommended.