Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Mediterranean Diet for Primary and Secondary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease and Mortality: An Updated Systematic Review

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are currently the leading cause of mortality worldwide, with coronary heart disease being the primary cause. The Mediterranean Diet (MD) has been highlighted for its potential in providing greater protection against CVDs. This study aims to present an updated systematic review that examines the impact of MD on mortality and CVDs, both in the general population and in patients with a prior CVD, while also considering the potential influence of gender. We conducted a systematic review. After the selection process, 24 studies met the inclusion criteria. The findings from these studies consistently demonstrate that higher adherence to the MD is associated with a reduced risk of overall mortality, both in the general population and in patients with previous CVDs. Moreover, evidence suggests that following this dietary pattern likely decreases the risk of CVDs such as heart attacks, various types of coronary artery disease, stroke, and cardiovascular mortality. While some studies have identified differences in the benefits of the MD between men and women, it is important to note that these disparities may be attributed to lower event rates and a generally lower cardiovascular risk profile in women. Thus, the observed variations in outcomes should be interpreted in the context of these factors. Adherence to the MD has the potential to improve survival rates and reduce the risk of CVDs in both the general population and individuals with a prior CVD. Further research is needed to explore the specific mechanisms underlying the protective effects of this dietary pattern and to better understand the role gender-related differences in its outcomes. Nevertheless, promoting the adoption of the MD could be an effective strategy for mitigating the burden of CVDs globally.
Electrospun Scaffolds Enriched with Nanoparticle-Associated DNA: General Properties, DNA Release and Cell Transfection

Biomaterial-mediated, spatially localized gene delivery is important for the development of cell-populated scaffolds used in tissue engineering. Cells adhering to or penetrating into such a scaffold are to be transfected with a preloaded gene that induces the production of secreted proteins or cell reprogramming. In the present study, we produced silica nanoparticles-associated pDNA and electrospun scaffolds loaded with such nanoparticles, and studied the release of pDNA from scaffolds and cell-to-scaffold interactions in terms of cell viability and pDNA transfection efficacy. The pDNA-coated nanoparticles were characterized with dynamic light scattering and transmission electron microscopy. Particle sizes ranging from 56 to 78 nm were indicative of their potential for cell transfection. The scaffolds were characterized using scanning electron microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, stress-loading tests and interaction with HEK293T cells. It was found that the properties of materials and the pDNA released vary, depending on the scaffold’s composition. The scaffolds loaded with pDNA-nanoparticles do not have a pronounced cytotoxic effect, and can be recommended for cell transfection. It was found that (pDNA-NPs) + PEI9-loaded scaffold demonstrates good potential for cell transfection. Thus, electrospun scaffolds suitable for the transfection of inhabiting cells are eligible for use in tissue engineering.
Holistic Wellness in Elementary Schoolyard Environments: An Analysis of 2000-2021 Research Studies

Abstract:A lack of direct experience with the natural environment puts children at higher risk for mental disorders, obesity, social disconnection, and poor critical-thinking skills. Despite the current knowledge that wellness is a multidimensional concept, traditional approaches to evaluating the performance impacts of schoolyard environments are surprisingly monodisciplinary. This study explored a sample of how wellness impacts in elementary schoolyards are currently being studied through a meta-analysis of post-2000 literature. The results suggest a recent trend of emerging diversity in approaches, yet there remains a gap in the research for multidisciplinary approaches that incorporate multivariate dimensions of wellness.
Clinical Management of Patients with Gastric MALT Lymphoma: A Gastroenterologist’s Point of View

Simple Summary Gastric mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphomas represent rare gastric neoplasia usually localized and of indolent course, characterized by an abnormal proliferation of small B lymphocytes within the gastric mucosa, and derived from an acquired MALT as a result of chronic inflammation most frequently induced by chronic infection with Helicobacter pylori. Their clinical management includes proper staging and eradication of Helicobacter pylori, followed by other treatments if necessary, as well as appropriate surveillance, given an increased risk of gastric adenocarcinoma and other cancers in this context. The aim of this review is to describe the latest achievements in the clinical management of these lymphomas with a special emphasis on the role of the Gastroenterologist. Abstract Gastric mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT) lymphomas (GML) are non-Hodgkin lymphomas arising from the marginal zone of the lymphoid tissue of the stomach. They are usually induced by chronic infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori); however, H. pylori-negative GML is of increasing incidence. The diagnosis of GML is based on histological examination of gastric biopsies, but the role of upper endoscopy is crucial since it is the first step in the diagnostic process and, with currently available novel endoscopic techniques, may even allow an in vivo diagnosis of GML per se. The treatment of GML, which is usually localized, always includes the eradication of H. pylori, which should be performed even in H. pylori-negative GML. In the case of GML persistence after eradication of the bacteria, low-dose radiotherapy may be proposed, while systemic treatments (immunochemotherapy) should be reserved for very rare disseminated cases. In GML patients, at diagnosis but even after complete remission, special attention must be paid to an increased risk of gastric adenocarcinoma, especially in the presence of associated gastric precancerous lesions (gastric atrophy and gastric intestinal metaplasia), which requires adequate endoscopic surveillance of these patients.
Understory junipers, and light environment effects on biomass, chemical composition, and nutrient contents of black pine seedlings

In forest environments, the establishment, survival, and recruitment of seedlings of desired species can often be influenced by biotic interactions between the competing understory shrubs and the seedlings, as well as by the understory light environment. Previous studies regarding competing effects were mostly focused on the survival and growth of seedlings, but it is still largely unclear how competition with shrubs impacts the biomass of the seedlings and physiological traits connected to photosynthesis and nitrogen metabolism in various forest ecosystems. Moreover, there is limited knowledge on the influence of light conditions on the biomass of understory seedlings is limited for different species. The main objectives of this study were to examine the effects of understory junipers and light conditions on the above and belowground biomass of black pine seedlings (Pinus nigra Arnold). This study also examined the changes in chemical composition and plant nutrient contents in the organs of black pine seedlings (i.e., root, stem, and needle) with the presence of junipers in the understory. Seedling biomass was significantly affected by understory light conditions, while the presence of junipers negatively affected the root-biomass of black pine seedlings. Moreover, understory junipers influenced some photosynthetic pigments in black pine seedlings.
Compactifications hétérotiques avec flux

We study various aspects of heterotic compactifications with torsion. We de- fine and compute the dressed elliptic genus associated to Fu-Yau compactifications, and use this result to compute one-loop threshold corrections to various BPS-saturated cou- plings in the four-dimensional effective supergravity action. Finally, we study non-compact supersymmetric solutions which generalize, among others, the known heterotic solutions on the conifold.
Data Analytics of Broiler Growth Dynamics and Feed Conversion Ratio of Broilers Raised to 35 d under Commercial Tropical Conditions

Simple Summary Although weekly performance parameters in broiler systems are usually collected for monitoring, it is not common to use data to determine the impact of chicken growth parameters on feed conversion ratio or to predict body weight at slaughter age. Additionally, husbandry variables or environmental conditions might lead to developing strategies within poultry companies to overcome different in-field challenges. Understanding the growth dynamics of chickens subject to determined conditions could help nutritionists and managers improve the decision-making processes to achieve desired performance results. The objective of this study was to estimate and compare the growth pattern of males and females Ross 308 AP broilers reared under commercial tropical conditions with controlled feeding to determine conditions that optimize feed conversion ratio. The results indicated that the most efficient broilers were those subject to a more significant feed control between the second and the fourth week of age, with an increase in the feed allowance during the last week compared to those birds subject to a constant controlled feeding throughout the production cycle. It suggests that after chickens were conditioned to feeding control, a greater feed allowance during the week before the slaughter could result in heavier chickens at 35 d and still be more efficient. Abstract Data collection is standard in commercial broiler production; however, growth modeling is still a challenge since this data often lacks an inflection point. This study evaluated body weight (BW) dynamics, feed intake, BW gain, feed conversion ratio (FCR), and mortality of broiler flocks reared under commercial tropical conditions with controlled feeding to optimize FCR. The data analyzed included performance records of 1347 male and 1353 female Ross 308 AP broiler flocks with a total of 95.4 million chickens housed from 2018 to 2020. Decision trees determined high- and low-feed-efficiency groups using FCR at 35 d. Logistic, Gompertz–Laird, and von Bertalanffy growth models were fitted with weekly BW data for each flock within performance groups. The logistic model indicated more accurate estimates with biological meaning. The high-efficiency males and females (p < 0.001) were offered less feed than the low-efficiency group and were consistently more efficient. In conclusion, greater feeding control between the second and the fourth week of age, followed by higher feed allowance during the last week, was associated with better feed efficiency at 35 d in males and females. Additionally, models demonstrated that a reduced growth rate resulted in heavier chickens at 35 d with better feed efficiency and greater BW gain.
TEMPORAL DYNAMICS IN PANTANAL HUMMINGBIRD ASSEMBLAGES IS TRIGGERED BY FLOOD PULSE

Abstract ∙ Hummingbirds (Trochilidae) are highly specialized New World birds that depend on nectar as their major food source. In response to seasonal food limitations, many trochilids develop dispersal and long-distance migration patterns, but these patterns are understudied for many continental South American species. In this study, conducted in the Brazilian Pantanal, we investigated the movement patterns of hummingbirds in a highly variable environment, where an annual flood pulse leads to four distinctive seasonal periods (high water, receding water, dry period, and rising water). Our objective was to verify how these four periods affected the hummingbird community according to habitat occupation in savannas or forests. This study was conducted in the northeastern Pantanal of Mato Grosso, Brazil (16° 39'S, 56°47'W, 119–131 m a.s.l.), covering two annual inundation periods (2014–2016). Data were collected using mist net sampling. Two migrant and seven resident species were identified. The results indicated significant differences in hummingbird species richness and abundance between habitats; savanna habitats were the richest habitats during rainy seasons (rising and high water). Higher hummingbird abundance in these seasonal periods was seemingly related to higher food availability since these seasons corresponded to the main flowering period of ornithophilous plants and other angiosperms.
Increased Blood Concentrations of Malondialdehyde in Plasmodium Infection: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Several studies have evaluated the relationship between malondialdehyde (MDA) concentrations and Plasmodium infections; however, the findings remain inconclusive. This study synthesized differences in MDA concentrations among patients with different levels of clinical severity, uninfected controls, and different Plasmodium species. The research protocol was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42023393540). Systematic literature searches for relevant studies were performed using the Embase, MEDLINE, Ovid, ProQuest, PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar databases. Qualitative and quantitative syntheses (meta-analyses) of distinct MDA concentrations between the disease groups were performed. Twenty-three studies met the eligibility criteria and were included in the systematic review. Overall, MDA concentrations were significantly elevated in participants with malaria relative to uninfected controls (p < 0.01, Cohen d: 2.51, 95% confidence interval (CI): 1.88–3.14, I2: 96.22%, 14 studies). Increased MDA concentrations in participants with malaria compared with uninfected controls were found in studies that enrolled patients with P. falciparum malaria (p < 0.01, Cohen d: 2.50, 95% CI: 1.90–3.10, I2: 89.7%, 7 studies) and P. vivax malaria (p < 0.01, Cohen d: 3.70, 95% CI: 2.48–4.92, I2: 90.11%, 3 studies). Our findings confirm that MDA concentrations increase during Plasmodium infection, indicating a rise in oxidative stress and lipid peroxidation. Thus, MDA levels can be a valuable biomarker for evaluating these processes in individuals with malaria. However, further research is necessary to fully elucidate the intricate relationship between malaria, antioxidants, oxidative stress, and the specific role of MDA in the progression of malaria.
Shoulder Pain and Trunk Muscles Endurance in Young Male and Female Swimmers

Shoulder pain is a common syndrome in swimming and affects a large number of competitive swimmers. The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between pain in the shoulder girdle and the endurance of the trunk muscles in young swimmers. A total of 24 boys and 22 girls, aged 13 to 18 years, participated in the study. The measurements included the completion of a questionnaire (Shoulder Pain and Disability Index, SPADI) and a field test (McGill’s Torso Muscular Endurance Test). The total SPADI score correlated weakly and negatively with the endurance time of back muscles in both sexes (r2 = 0.10, p = 0.035), and moderately and negatively in girls (r2 = 0.23, p = 0.023). A weak negative correlation was found between the disability index and the back muscles’ endurance time in both sexes (r2 = 0.15, p = 0.007), which was moderate in girls only (r2 = 0.25, p = 0.019). The disability index displayed moderate negative correlations with the right oblique’s (r2 = 0.18, p = 0.049) and left oblique’s endurance time (r2 = 0.23, p = 0.024) in girls. Weight, body mass index, the total out-of-water training time per week and age significantly affected the endurance times of the trunk muscles in boys and girls (p < 0.05). In conclusion, strengthening the dorsal and the oblique muscles could reduce shoulder pain and disability in young swimmers and especially girls.
Ultrahigh-Responsivity, Rapid-Recovery, Solar-Blind Photodetector Based on Highly Nonstoichiometric Amorphous Gallium Oxide

Recently, Ga2O3-based, solar-blind photodetectors (PDs) have been extensively studied for various commercial and military applications. However, to date, studies have focused only on the crystalline phases, especially β-Ga2O3, and the crystalline quality must be carefully controlled because of its strong impact on device characteristics. Based on previous reports, amorphous-semiconductor-based PDs can also be expected to exhibit excellent photodetection characteristics. In this work, amorphous gallium oxide thin films were deposited by radio frequency (RF) magnetron sputtering, and the metal–semiconductor–metal (MSM) PD was fabricated and compared with a β-Ga2O3 film prepared side-by-side as the control sample. The as-sputtered film possessed a high density of defects, including structural disorders, oxygen vacancies, and likely, dangling bonds, resulting in record-high responsivity (70.26 A/W) for a thin-film-type gallium oxide PD due to a high internal gain and the contribution of extrinsic transitions .
SERVICE AND RESEARCH NURSE STAFFING AND PATIENT OUTCOMES IN HEMODIALYSIS UNITS: A LITERATURE REVIEW

The hemodialysis unit manager must be able to ensure that the high-quality services are provided to ensure patient outcomes. Several previous studies have shown that nurse staffing is one of the components that needs to be considered to improve patient outcomes, but this has not been specifically proven in hemodialysis units. The study aims to determine the effect of nurse staffing and patient outcomes in hemodialysis units. This research is a literature review where the process of article searches is carried out through the Pubmed, Emerald, Science direct and Google Scholar electronic databases using certain some keyword combinations in articles published from 2012-2022. The review process used the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, and three research articles were analyzed. Results of study show that there is no significant relationship between the ratio of patient to nurses with various patient outcomes in assessed from the Standardized Hospitalization Ratio (SHR), Standardized Mortality Rate (SMR) and Standardized Readmission Ratio (SRR). Moreover, this study provides no evidence that the ratio of patients to nurses affects patient outcomes. Comparative studies with clear staffing parameters are needed to prove this.
Extension theory approach in the stability of the standing waves for the NLS equation with point interactions on a star graph

The aim of this work is to demonstrate the effectiveness of the extension theory of symmetric operators in the investigation of the stability of standing waves for the nonlinear Schrodinger equations with two types of non-linearities (power and logarithmic) and two types of point interactions ($\delta$- and $\delta'$-) on a star graph. Our approach allows us to overcome the use of variational techniques in the investigation of the Morse index for self-adjoint operators with non-standard boundary conditions which appear in the stability study. We also demonstrate how our method simplifies the proof of the stability results known for the NLS equation with point interactions on the line.
Estimating the model parameters for remote sensing reflectance pixel by pixel: a neural network approach for optically deep waters

ABSTRACT Remote sensing reflectance (R rs) and inherent optical properties (IOPs) conversions are fundamental in accurate satellite measurements to guarantee the semi-analytical retrieval quality of IOPs and the biogeochemical products. Traditionally, the R rs-IOPs conversions are determined by a quadratic polynomial function with two model parameters (G x = 0,1). However, G x values vary in time and location, which are attributed to the spatial and temporal variability inherent to illumination conditions, sea surface properties, and meteorological states. To improve the performance of three classical existing models used for R rs-IOPs conversions, we designed two novel neural network models (NNG x = 1,2) to quantitatively calculate G x from the R rs spectrum pixel by pixel without requirement of any auxiliary illumination and meteorological data, and then proposed for R rs-IOPs conversions. We evaluated these approaches with numerical simulations and field measurements, and the results show that the NNG x models are more effective in semi-analytically converting R rs into IOPs than the three existing models. Furthermore, we applied the NNG x models to satellite images to understand the downstream influence of the G x values on IOPs estimates for the global oceans. We further confirm that the G x values dramatically change for the global ocean, which is especially true for very oligotrophic gyres, coastal waters, and high latitude oceans. When we use a constant G x for the R rs-IOPs conversions, it leads to substantial uncertainty of up to 30% in the IOPs retrievals for China’s coastal regions. Our results suggest that it is possible to improve the data quality of IOPs for the global oceans by providing accurate pixel-level G x values using NNG x models.
On the libration collinear points in the restricted three – body problem

Abstract In the restricted problem of three bodies when the primaries are triaxial rigid bodies, the necessary and sufficient conditions to find the locations of the three libration collinear points are stated. In addition, the Linear stability of these points is studied for the case of the Euler angles of rotational motion being θi = 0, ψi + φi = π/2, i = 1, 2 accordingly. We underline that the model studied in this paper has special importance in space dynamics when the third body moves in gravitational fields of planetary systems and particularly in a Jupiter model or a problem including an irregular asteroid.
Scalable 3D Object Detection Pipeline With Center-Based Sequential Feature Aggregation for Intelligent Vehicles

3D object detection plays a key role in the perception system of intelligent vehicles. The reliable 3D structural information provided by LiDAR points enables the accurate regression of position and pose, while the semantic ambiguity issue caused by the sparse points is still challenging. In this article, a scalable 3D object detection pipeline CenterSFA and a series of new modules are proposed to improve the detection performance. In contrast to previous point-level fusing models, semantic and geometric cues from images are sequentially utilized in a center-based paradigm. The object centers are accurately predicted with semantic guidance and selectively employed as the basis for feature aggregation and property regression. Specifically, the attention mechanism is utilized in the semantic and spatial similarity calculation, enabling the surrounding feature aggregation for multi-scale objects. An instance-level correlation is established between the camera feature and the BEV feature for cross-modal feature aggregation. Extensive experiments are conducted on the large-scale nuScenes dataset to verify the state-of-the-art performance of the proposed model, especially for occluded objects and far-range detection. The proposed model outperforms the competitive CenterPoint by 10.4% in mAP and 5.4% in NDS, as well as the representative fusion method MVP by 2.8% in mAP and 1.6% in NDS on val set, indicating its superiority in accurate 3D detection.