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Simulation of QAM and QPRS systems for Land Mobile Satellite Communications Channels

Computer modeling of land mobile satellite communications channels is a valuable adjunct to analytical modeling for predicting and verifying communication systems performance. The simulations considered in this paper are concerned with the evaluation of the error rate performances of 16-ary quadrature amplitude modulation (16-QAM) and quadrature partial response signaling (QPRS) in a shadowed multipath Rayleigh fading channel. A frequency non-selective fading has been assumed. In this paper the effect of transponder nonlinearity has not been taken into account, since the aim of these simulations is to verify analytical results obtained recently in the same channel conditions. Simulation results shov, a good agreement with the analytical ones within the conventional permissible confidence interval that extends from half to twice the symbol error probability.
Staff Perceptions of Facilitators and Barriers to the Use of a Short- Term Risk Assessment Instrument in Forensic Psychiatry

ABSTRACT Prospective adverse events within forensic settings should be assessed using structured risk assessment instruments. Our aim was to identify the barriers and facilitators of a structured instrument for assessment of short-term risk within inpatient forensic psychiatric care. The instrument was piloted at a forensic psychiatric clinic. Three focus group interviews were conducted with staff. Content analysis revealed three main categories of barriers and facilitators for clinical use: implementation object, context, and users. Complexity of the instrument, insufficient continuous training and support, difficulties retrieving assessments on wards, and insecurity about translating assessments into actions were perceived barriers to clinical use. Routines for documentation improved communication and the inclusion of protective and short-term dynamic clinical factors were perceived as clinically relevant. Problem-solving ability, attitude, and motivation of staff were facilitating factors. Comprehensive risk assessment instruments require substantial support for staff to find them manageable. Systematic documentation is required to measure actual daily clinical use.
THE EFFECTS OF ACTIGEN® AND THREONINE SUPPLEMENTATION ON GROWTH PARAMETERS, IMMUNE FUNCTION, AND INTESTINAL HEALTH IN MONOGASTRICS

OF THESIS THE EFFECTS OF ACTIGEN® AND THREONINE SUPPLEMENTATION ON GROWTH PARAMETERS, IMMUNE FUNCTION, AND INTESTINAL HEALTH IN MONOGASTRICS The objectives of these experiments were to evaluate the main effects and interactive effects between dietary supplementation of a mannan oligosaccharide based product, Actigen® (ACT), and different levels of threonine in monogastrics, as evidenced by growth parameters, immune function, and intestinal health characteristics. In nursery piglets, ACT supplementation decreased average daily feed intake (P=0.04), but had no effect on body weight or feed conversion ratio. There were no noted differences between threonine levels on performance traits. There were no consistent differences in complete blood count or cytokine gene expression profiles in the blood. The highest level of threonine, 77% true ileal digestible threonine:lysine (Thr:Lys), increased villus height (P=0.007) and villus height:crypt depth (P=0.01). The lowest level, 57% Thr:Lys, decreased villus surface area (P=0.04) and goblet cell density (P=0.04). Supplementation with ACT increased total goblet cell area (P=0.02) and density (P=0.05). There were no interactions observed between ACT and Thr:Lys levels. In broiler chicks, feeding a diet containing 0.56% threonine decreased body weight (P<0.0001) and feed consumption (P<0.0001) and increased the feed to gain ratio (P<0.0001). Supplementation with ACT tended to increase bird body weight (P=0.07). On d 7, birds supplemented with ACT had heavier spleens as a percentage of body weight (P=0.01) compared to no ACT. When adjusted for body weight, the 0.56% threonine fed birds had smaller spleens (P=0.05) on d 7 when compared to the other threonine levels. Humerus (P<0.0001) and tibia (P<0.0001) from chicks fed 0.56% threonine for 21 d required less force to break than the other threonine levels. Birds fed 0.80% threonine had a higher concentration of phosphorus (P=0.04) and birds fed 0.56% threonine had a higher concentration of potassium (P<0.0001) in humerus when compared to the other threonine levels. The ileum of birds fed 0.56% threonine, contained shorter villi (P=0.03) and few goblet cells (P=0.04) on d 7 when compared to the other threonine levels. In d 21 jejunum, supplementation with ACT reduced apical width (P=0.03) and surface area (P=0.02). An interaction was observed between ACT and threonine level in the jejunum on d 21 on basal width (P=0.03) and surface area (P=0.02), indicating that in diets lacking ACT, excess threonine increased villus size. Overall, ACT and threonine acted primarily independently to modulate the intestinal architecture of both nursery piglets and broiler chicks. However, in broiler chicks ACT and threonine interacted to alter villus size. These results indicate that ACT and threonine have direct effects on the intestines of monogastrics.
The experience of older adults with anxiety and depression living in the community: Aging, occupation and mental wellbeing

Introduction As life expectancy grows so does the need for mental health services for older people. Occupational science and therapy literature demonstrates how occupation supports older adults' wellbeing, but there has been little research into the relationship between occupation and health for those with anxiety and depression. The aim of this study was to understand the occupational experience of Irish older adults with anxiety and depression so as to inform therapeutic programmes. Method A qualitative research design with a phenomenological framework was adopted. A total of five community-dwelling people with diagnoses of anxiety and/or depression were purposively selected to participate in semi-structured interviews. The interviews were analysed using thematic analysis. Findings The themes which emerged – ‘Occupation as a marker for wellness’ and ‘Sustaining a sense of occupational identity’ – support existing literature and reveal new information about interactions between occupational identity crisis and mental health. Personally meaningful occupation which connects a person to their life worlds and sense of self has the potential to consolidate recovery from anxiety and depression. Conclusion The study contributes to knowledge on how occupation supports an older person's wellbeing and identity in the face of life changes, and has implications for occupational therapists working with older adults.
Influence of annual rainfall on epidemiology of gastrointestinal parasites in sheep flocks of Rajasthan

The translation of exogenous stages of gastrointestinal (GI) parasites varies according to climatic variables like temperature, rainfall and humidity. The present paper describes the influence of quantum of annual rainfall on the prevalence and intensity of GI parasites in field flocks of sheep in Rajasthan. The period of 9 years (2004–13) was divided in 3 categories as years with above normal, normal and below normal annual total rainfall (TRF). Faecal samples (59,398) were subjected to qualitative and quantitative evaluation and data on monthly incidence and intensity were analyzed according to categories of years. The effect of annual TRF was significant on incidence of strongyle worms for all the months except during June in semi-arid and April in arid region. During August to December (favourable season), it was higher in the years with below normal TRF in semi-arid and in the years with normal annual TRF in arid region. The incidence of Trichuris spp, Strongyloides papillosus, Fasciola gigantica and Schistosoma indicum was very low. Incidence of S. papillosus was higher in the years of normal annual TRF in semi-arid region only. The incidence of Amphistomes remained lowest in the years of normal annual TRF. Higher annual TRF resulted in lower monthly incidence of Moneizia infection. The intensity of strongyle infection for all the months was significantly lower in years with above normal annual TRF in semi-arid region however similar influence was noticed only for July and August in arid region. It was inferred that moderate flexibility in single drench schedule according to magnitude of annual rainfall effectively managed the GI nematodes in field flocks of Rajasthan. However, a different strategy is required to formulate for management of flukes depending on quantum of rainfall, availability of water reservoirs and water resources for flocks.
Class Dojo As Indonesian Language Learning Media At Senior High School

Some of the problems in Indonesian language learning at senior high schools today are the lack of use of interactive learning media. This is because the Indonesian learning materials project on the mastery of contextual texts. Not a few teachers only use the text in textbooks. As a result, the management of the class becomes less alive, while the demands of the curriculum require student-centered learning. Class Dojo comes as a class management application. By using the Class Dojo as an Indonesian Language learning media,, it is expected to be able to revive the atmosphere of learning in the classroom. The use of the Class Dojo as a learning medium must be accompanied by the optimization of the sub-modalities possessed by students.
Ankle Arthroscopy versus Conservative Modalities in Management of Ankle Impingement Syndrome: A Systematic Review of Literature

Background: it has been well established that chronic ankle pain negatively affects the lives of patients. Surgical techniques for ankle pain have evolved dramatically over the past decade, as arthroscopic equipment has improved to allow excellent exposure to the ankle joint and surrounding anatomic areas. Soft- tissue and osseous impingement syndromes are now increasingly recognized as a significant cause of chronic ankle pain, The exact cause of this condition is debated but seems to involve osteophyte formation due to either repetitive microtrauma or macrotrauma associated with major injuries. Careful analyses of patient history and signs and symptoms at physical examination can suggest a specific diagnosis in most patients. Aim of the work: this systematic review aimed to assess the outcome of ankle arthroscopy versus conservative modalities in management of ankle impingement syndrome. Methods: a systematic literature search of the PubMed, Embase (classic), and Chochrane library databases, for articles that published from January 1990 to June 2017 was performed using the following inclusion criteria English language puplications, human clinical trials, studies that reported on at least one of the chosen outcome measures which are patient satisfaction, time to return to full activity, AOFAS score, visual analog scale (VAS) score for pain, and complications, we found 9 studies met our inclusion criteria, data extraction was done which is consisted of population characteristics, in addition to the outcome measures. Results: nine articles were included in this systematic review. Overall, good results were found for arthroscopic treatment in patients with ankle impingement syndrome, patient satisfaction rates was reported in 5 studies, we reported high percentages of good to excellent satisfaction rates, ranging 74% to 94%, especially in patients treated with arthroscopy, Complication rates were 14.1%, as regard to patients treated with arthroscopy the rate was 13.2%, on the other hand the rate was 17.6% in those patients treated with injection therapy technique, conventional conservative modalities reported to be ineffective in treating ankle impingement except injection therapy technique in case of ankle soft tissue impingement. Conclusion: our systematic review showed that Patients may respond to conservative treatment modalities, especially ultra-sound guided injection mainly in soft tissue impingement type, arthroscopic debridement is the treatment of choice for patients of ankle impingement syndrome of both osseous and soft tissue nature with least morbidity and early return to function, and also it is noted to be superior to conservative modalities.
La contribución de Paulo Freire a la práctica y la educación crítica en enfermería

Las autoras presentan algunos datos biograficos, listan las principales obras y la produccion mas significativa de Paulo Freire, demostrando la fertilidad de su legado. La finalidad de este articulo es discutir la articulacion de algunos conceptos trabajados por Freire en la practica y la educacion realizadas por enfermeros, ofreciendo reflexiones para hacer la practica profesional mas critica y creativa, con base en las ideas del educador brasileno.
Multilevel Common-Ground Transformerless Inverter for Photovoltaic Applications

Transformerless inverters have attracted great attention since they became a compact and economic solution for photovoltaic (PV) generation systems. On the other hand, the common-mode (CM) leakage current issue needs to be addressed in order to meet safety requirements. This article proposes a new multilevel common-ground inverter for transformerless systems. The leakage current is eliminated by the electric connection between the grid neutral point and the PV negative terminal. Furthermore, the operation modes of the proposed inverter, as well as the design guidelines, are analyzed in detail. In addition, a feedforward modulation strategy to decouple the output variables from the voltage–capacitor oscillations is proposed. Experimental results are presented to verify the performance and practicability of the proposed inverter in grid-connected operation.
Bimodal Emotion Recognition Model for Minnan Songs

Most of the existing research papers study the emotion recognition of Minnan songs from the perspectives of music analysis theory and music appreciation. However, these investigations do not explore any possibility of carrying out an automatic emotion recognition of Minnan songs. In this paper, we propose a model that consists of four main modules to classify the emotion of Minnan songs by using the bimodal data—song lyrics and audio. In the proposed model, an attention-based Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) neural network is applied to extract lyrical features, and a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) is used to extract the audio features from the spectrum. Then, two kinds of extracted features are concatenated by multimodal compact bilinear pooling, and finally, the concatenated features are input to the classifying module to determine the song emotion. We designed three experiment groups to investigate the classifying performance of combinations of the four main parts, the comparisons of proposed model with the current approaches and the influence of a few key parameters on the performance of emotion recognition. The results show that the proposed model exhibits better performance over all other experimental groups. The accuracy, precision and recall of the proposed model exceed 0.80 in a combination of appropriate parameters.
Expressão de hsp70 e hsp83 no desenvolvimento de Drosophila em resposta ao estresse químico causado por disseleneto de difenila e paraquat

ix Abreviaturas, símbolos e unidades.xiii Lista de figuras.xv Lista de tabelas.xviii Capítulo I – Introdução Geral.1 I.1 – Subgrupo da Drosophila willistoni.2 I.2 – Adaptação às variações climáticas . 4 I.3 – Proteínas de choque térmico. 8 I.3. 1 – Hsp27.10 I.3. 2 – Hsp60.11 I.3. 3 – Hsp70.12 I.3. 4 – Hsp90.13 I.4 – Elementos transponíveis e estresse.14 Objetivos. 17 Objetivos gerais.17 Objetivos específicos. 17 Capítulo II – Over-activation of the Drosophila melanogaster hsp83 gene by selenium intoxication.18 Capítulo III – Parâmetros do desenvolvimento de moscas do subgrupo willistoni de Drosophila em condição de estresse químico. 43
The P300 wave of Event-Related-Potential.

The brain is capable of elaborating and executing different stages of information processing. However, exactly how these stages are processed in the brain is still unknown. Discovery of the P300 event-related potential (ERP) stimulated the use of brain recording methods to assess human cognition. The P300 wave is considered to reflect an information processing cascade associated with attention and memory mechanisms. The P300 wave is a positive wave deflection in the human event related potential. The P300 wave is commonly elicited in an Oddball paradigm when a subject detects an occasional target stimulus in a regular train of standard stimuli. The P300 wave only occurs if the subject is actively involved in detecting the target stimuli. Its amplitude varies with the improbability of the target. Its latency varies with the difficulty to discriminate the target with standard stimuli. In patients with decreased cognitive ability, amplitude is smaller and latency is longer than age matched control subjects. The P300 is comprised of P3a that results from an early attention related process stemming from a working memory representational change, and P3b occurs when the attention-driven stimulus signal is transmitted to temporal and parietal structures. The exact neural origin of P300 wave is not known and its role in cognition is not clearly understood. The P300 wave may have multiple intracerebral generators including hippocampus and various association areas of neocortex. As the relationship between neurotransmitter function and the concomitant neuro electric signals recorded at the scalp are clarified, articulating how these variables interact will fulfil the cognitive promise that the P300 inspired when it was discovered over 40 years ago
Evaluation of serum syndecan-1 level in patients of multiple myeloma

Introduction: The homing of tumor cells to bone marrow in multiple myeloma is mediated by adhesion molecules syndecan-1 which is being investigated in pathogenesis and prognosis of myeloma. The present study was conducted to analyze serum syndecan-1 level at the time of initial diagnosis and after therapeutic response along with its correlation with staging and mortality in patients of myeloma of this north Himalayan region of India. Material and methods: The study included thirty cases of multiple myeloma and serum syndecan-1 level was analyzed and correlated with beta 2 microglobulin and other diagnostic parameters of myeloma both at the time of diagnosis and after treatment. Serum syndecan-1 level was also correlated with the stage and mortality of patients. Results: The mean level of serum syndecan-1 in cases was 239.22 ng/ml which was statistical significantly higher (p < 0.001) than controls (42.23 ng/ml). There was significant decrease in serum syndecan-1 level and beta 2 microglobulin after treatment (serum syndecan-1 level 169.29 ng/ml and beta 2 microglobulin 5.58 ng/ml). The mean serum syndecan-1 level was higher in patients who died (270.52 ng/ml) in comparison to the patients who were alive (227.84 ng/ml). Stage I observed mean serum syndecan-1 level of 140.66 ng/ml, stage II 208.66 ng/ml and stage III 270.93 ng/ml and this association was found to be statistically significant (p=0.05). Conclusion: Serum syndecan-1 level was higher at initial diagnosis and significantly decreased after treatment with correlation of serum beta 2 microglobulin and creatinine suggesting its role in pathogenesis and progression of multiple myeloma. The increase of serum syndecan-1 level with stage of disease and higher levels in patients who succumbed to their illness also suggests its prognostic implication. Further studies with extended follow up in different ethnical populations may be done to evaluate serum syndecan-1 and determine its therapeutic utility in myeloma. Correspondence to: Smita Chandra, Department of Pathology, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India, Tel: +91941171855; E-mail: smita_harish@yahoo.com
The Relationship between Selenium and Lung Cancer: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Context: Many studies have reported contradictory results about the relationship between selenium levels and the risk of lung cancer. Objectives: This study was performed with the aim of evaluating the relationship between selenium and lung cancer. Methods: The present systematic review and meta-analysis was carried out according to preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and metaanalyses (PRISMA) guidelines. Using MeSH keywords, two reviewers independently searched international databases including PubMed, Science Direct, Cochrane, EMBASE, Web of Science, CINAHL, Scopus, and Google Scholar. The data were combined, using comprehensive Meta-Analysis Software Version 2 based on the random effects model. The tests were considered significant at P < 0.05. Results: In 15 high-quality studies including 13 case-control and 2 cohort studies, 84 199 subjects (2 434 cases and 81 765 controls) were studied. The odds ratio (OR) of lung cancer in the highest quintile of selenium exposure compared to the lowest quintile was 0.55 (95 CI: 0.35 to 0.86, P < 0.01). The results of the standardized mean difference between serum selenium concentrations in lung cancer and healthy groups in 11 studies (1446 cases and 77917 controls) was -0.32 mu g/L (95 CI: -0.53 to -0.11, P = 0.003). This value for toenails selenium in 3 studies (620 cases and 2 709 controls) was -0.13 mu g/g (95 CI: -0.22 to -0.038, P = 0.006). In subgroup analysis, it was determined that gender (P = 0.28), type of studies (P = 0.70), and measurement of selenium samples (P = 0.46) were not influencing factors. Conclusions: The results of the study indicated the preventive role of increased selenium levels in the incidence of lung cancer. Moreover, the selenium could be used as a predictive variable.
Education Maintenance Allowance: the first two years: a quantitative evaluation

The Department for Education and Skills (DfES) has commissioned a longitudinal evaluation of the piloting of Education Maintenance Allowances (EMAs). The evaluation is being undertaken by a consortium of research organisations, led by the Centre for Research in Social Policy (CRSP) and also includes the National Centre for Social Research, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) and the Institute for Employment Research (IER). This is the second report of the statistical evaluation of EMA. The statistical evaluation design is a longitudinal cohort study involving large random sample surveys of young people (and their parents) in 10 EMA pilot areas and eleven control areas1. Two cohorts of young people were selected from Child Benefit records. The first cohort of young people left compulsory schooling in the summer of 1999 and they, and their parents, were interviewed between November 1999 and April 2000. A second interview was carried out with these young people between November 2000 and April 2001. The second cohort left compulsory education the following summer of 2000 and young people, and their parents, were first interviewed between November 2000 and April 2001.