Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Immigration Status, Educational Level, and Perceived Discrimination in Europe

Background: Multiple studies have been conducted to test the moderating effect of immigration on the positive health results yielded through educational attainment. However, no study has been conducted to examine the role of immigration as a moderator in the association between educational level and perceived discrimination in Europe. Aim: We aimed to study whether an inverse association exists between educational level and perceived discrimination in European countries and whether immigration status moderates the association between educational level and perceived discrimination. Methods: Data from the 10th round of the cross-sectional European Social Survey (ESS) were used in this cross-sectional study. A total of 17,596 participants between 15–90 years old who lived in European countries were included. The independent variable was educational level, a categorical variable, and the dependent variable was perceived discrimination. Immigration status was the moderator, and age and sex were confounders. Results: Of 17,596 participants, 16,632 (94.5%) were native-born and 964 were immigrants (5.5%). We found that higher levels of educational level were protective against perceived discrimination, which was also found in immigrant participants; however, the effect was weaker. Conclusions: This study found that educational level was a protective factor against perceived discrimination. This effect, however, was more robust in the native-born participants than in their immigrant counterparts.
Responding to Higher-Than-Expected Infant Mortality Rates from Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): Improving Treatment and Reporting Strategies

Abstract Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has a major role in respiratory infections in young infants around the world. However, substantial progress has been made in recent years in the field of RSV. A wide variety of observational studies and clinical trials published in the past decade provide a thorough idea of the health and economic burden of RSV disease in the developing world. In this review, we discuss the impact of RSV burden of disease, major gaps in disease estimations, and challenges in generating new therapeutic options and an immune response against the virus, and briefly describe next generation technologies that are being evaluated.
Non-growing/growing season non-uniform-warming increases precipitation use efficiency but reduces its temporal stability in an alpine meadow

There are still uncertainties on the impacts of season-non-uniform-warming on plant precipitation use efficiency (PUE) and its temporal stability (PUEstability) in alpine areas. Here, we examined the changes of PUE and PUEstability under two scenes of non-growing/growing season non-uniform-warming (i.e., GLNG: growing-season-warming lower than non-growing-season-warming; GHNG: growing-season-warming higher than non-growing-season-warming) based on a five-year non-uniform-warming of non-growing/growing season experiment. The GLNG treatment increased PUE by 38.70% and reduced PUEstability by 50.47%, but the GHNG treatment did not change PUE and PUEstability. This finding was mainly due to the fact that the GLNG treatment had stronger influences on aboveground biomass (AGB), non-growing-season soil moisture (SMNG), temporal stability of AGB (AGBstability), temporal stability of non-growing-season air temperature (T a_NG_stability), temporal stability of growing-season vapor pressure deficit (VPDG_stability) and temporal stability of start of growing-season (SGSstability). Therefore, the warming scene with a higher non-growing-season-warming can have greater influences on PUE and PUEstability than the warming scene with a higher growing-season-warming, and there were possibly trade-offs between plant PUE and PUEstability under season-non-uniform-warming scenes in the alpine meadow.
Registering the ground deformations at the area of the archaeological site “Solnitsata”

In this paper we used synthetic aperture radar (SAR) data to investigate the surface displacements in the area of archaeological site Solnitsata dated VI-V millennium BC. The researched zone is situated in the neighborhood of the Provadia town, NE Bulgaria found and is considered to be one of the most ancient in Europe. Close to it the industrial Mirovo salt deposit is located. From decadal observations it was established that in the area of both sites there are ground motions due to local tectonic movements (several faults are closely located) and active exploitation of the orebody. To study the geodynamic processes in this zone for the period 2015 – 2020 the Differential Interferometry Synthetic Aperture Radar (DInSAR) method was used for their registration. The results presented are from processing SAR data from ESA’s Sentinel-1 mission and coincide with the results obtained by geodetic measurements. Definite advantage of the used technique is the possibility to deliver information for much larger areas than the one provided by geodetic measurements. Other plus of the method is the availability of results regardless of the weather conditions.
A delay‐dependent bounded real lemma for singular LPV systems with time‐variant delay

This paper is concerned with establishing a delay‐dependent bounded real lemma (BRL) for singular linear parameter‐varying (LPV) systems with time‐variant delay. In terms of linear matrix inequality, a delay‐dependent BRL is presented to ensure singular time‐delay LPV systems to be admissible and satisfy a prescribed H∞ performance level. The BRL is obtained based on the construction of a parameter‐dependent Lyapunov–Krasovskii functional. The effectiveness of the proposed approach is shown by several numerical examples. Copyright © 2011 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
“A Love–Hate Relationship with What I Do”: Protecting the Mental Health of Animal Care Workers

ABSTRACT Mental ill-health associated with animal care work, coupled with a current shortage of animal care workers (ACWs), highlights the need to support this population’s wellbeing. Guided by the Job Demands-Resources model of burnout and the principles of positive occupational health psychology, we aimed to explore mental ill-health in ACWs and identify potential risks and protective factors for their wellbeing. ACWs (n = 217) completed an anonymous online questionnaire with measures of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, psychological distress, burnout, grief, social support, organizational support, and empathy for animals. We also asked an open question about what participants liked about their work. Our sample had a higher incidence of mental ill-health than the Australian general population. Multiple regression analyses suggested grief may be a job demand for ACWs, significantly accounting for 2.8–4.3% of the variance in burnout. Likewise, organizational support may be a job resource for ACWs, significantly accounting for 17.3–25.5% of the variance in burnout. Finally, qualitative content analysis indicated that ACWs enjoyed professional accomplishments, interpersonal interactions, and contact with animals as part of their work. We discuss our results and how they may be used to inform the implementation of workplace changes that support ACWs’ wellbeing.
Nanoemulsions of Clove Oil Stabilized with Chitosan Oleate—Antioxidant and Wound-Healing Activity

Clove oil (CO) is a powerful antioxidant essential oil (EO) with anti-inflammatory, anesthetic, and anti-infective properties. It can be therefore considered a good candidate for wound-healing applications, especially for chronic or diabetic wounds or burns, where the balance of reactive oxygen species (ROS) production and detoxification is altered. However, EOs require suitable formulations to be efficiently administered in moist wound environments. Chitosan hydrophobically modified by an ionic interaction with oleic acid (chitosan oleate, CSO) was used in the present work to stabilize CO nanoemulsions (NEs). The dimensions of the NE were maintained at around 300 nm as the volume distribution for up to six months, and the CO content did not decrease to under 80% over 4 months, confirming the good stabilizing properties of CSO. The antioxidant properties of the CO NE were evaluated in vitro by a 2,2-diphenil-2-picrylhydrazyl hydrate (DPPH) assay, and in fibroblast cell lines by electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) using α-phenyl-N-tert-butyl nitrone (PBN) as a spin trap; a protective effect was obtained comparable to that obtained with α-tocopherol treatment. In a murine burn model, the ability of CO formulations to favor macroscopic wound closure was evidenced, and a histological analysis revealed a positive effect of the CO NE on the reparation of the lesion after 18 days. Samples of wounds at 7 days were subjected to a histological analysis and parallel dosage of lipid peroxidation by means of a thiobarbituric acid-reactive substances (TBARS) assay, confirming the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity of the CO NE.
Antibiotic Susceptibility and Molecular Typing of Invasive Haemophilus influenzae Isolates, with Emergence of Ciprofloxacin Resistance, 2017–2021, Italy

Haemophilus influenzae invasive disease is a severe infection that needs rapid antibiotic therapy. The aim of the study was to perform and evaluate the serotype distribution, antibiotic susceptibility and molecular characteristics of 392 H. influenzae invasive isolates collected during 2017–2021 in Italy. The majority of isolates were NTHi (305/392, 77.8%), followed by Hib (49/392, 12.5%). Ampicillin resistance was frequently detected (85/392, 21.7%): 12.2% were β-lactamase producers (all blaTEM except one blaROB), 9.4% were β-lactamase-negative ampicillin-resistant (BLNAR), with mutations in the ftsI gene. Six isolates were resistant to ciprofloxacin, with substitutions in GyrA and ParC. An MLST analysis revealed the occurrence of international resistant clones, such as ST103 and ST14, highlighting the importance of molecular surveillance.
Temperature-insensitive photonic crystal fiber interferometer for absolute strain sensing

The authors report a highly sensitive (∼2.8pm∕μe) wavelength-encoded strain sensor made from a piece of photonic crystal fiber (PCF) spliced to standard fibers. The authors intentionally collapse the PCF air holes over a short region to enlarge the propagating mode of the lead-in fiber which allows the coupling of only two modes in the PCF. The transmission spectrum of the interferometer is stable and sinusoidal over a broad wavelength range. The sensor exhibits linear response to strain over a large measurement range, its temperature sensitivity is very low, and for its interrogation a battery-operated light emitting diode and a miniature spectrometer are sufficient.
Existence theorems for generalized Klein-Gordon equations

A = a/ax*, » = 1,^. , TV; each o^ G Cf+^n) , 6 G Cfoc(Q), 0 < a < 1; b(x) > 6o > 0 for all x G 0, L is uniformly elliptic in Q, and ƒ (x, u) satisfies all the conditions in either list (F) or list (F') below. Our main objective is to prove the existence of a positive solution u(x) of (1) in Q satisfying the boundary condition u(x) = 0 on dQ (void if Q = R), and to obtain asymptotic estimates as |x| —> oo. The physical importance of the Klein-Gordon prototype
Singular Sturm-Liouville problems : the Friedrichs extension and comparison of eigenvalues

A new characterization of singular self-adjoint boundary conditions for Sturm-Liouville problems is given. These are an exact parallel of the regular case. They are given explicitly in terms of principal and non-principal solutions. The special nature of the Friedrichs extension is clearly apparent and highlighted. Inequalities among the eigenvalues of different boundary conditions, separated and coupled, are obtained. Most of all e want to stress the method of proof. It is based on a very elementary transformation which transforms any singular non-oscillatory limit-circle endpoint into a regular one
Intelligent tires for identifying coefficient of friction of tire/road contact surfaces using three-axis accelerometer

Intelligent tires equipped with sensors as well as the monitoring of the tire/road contact conditions are in demand for improving vehicle control and safety. With the aim of identifying the coefficient of friction of tire/road contact surfaces during driving, including during cornering, we develop an identification scheme for the coefficient of friction that involves estimation of the slip angle and applied force by using a single lightweight three-axis accelerometer attached on the inner surface of the tire. To validate the developed scheme, we conduct tire-rolling tests using an accelerometer-equipped tire with various slip angles on various types of road surfaces, including dry and wet surfaces. The results of these tests confirm that the estimated slip angle and applied force are reasonable. Furthermore, the identified coefficient of friction by the developed scheme agreed with that measured by standardized tests.
Circuit model for a periodic array of slits sandwiched between two dielectric slabs

This paper proposes an equivalent circuit model that uses lumped elements and transmission lines to explain the transmission of electromagnetic waves through a conducting screen periodically perforated with slits and sandwiched between two different dielectric slabs. The present model relies on the impedance-matching point of view, previously introduced by some of the authors, rather than on the surface plasmon polariton concept. Thus, the model constitutes a simple and insightful framework that easily leads to accurate qualitative and quantitative predictions about the nature of the transmission spectrum of such structures.
Nonlinear Wave Processes in Acoustics

Preface 1. Nonlinearity, dissipation and dispersion in acoustics 2. Simple waves and shocks in acoustics 3. Nonlinear geometrical acoustics 4. Nonlinear sound beams 5. Sound-sound interaction (nondispersive medium) 6. Nonlinear acoustic waves in dispersive media 7. Self-action and stimulated scattering of sound Conclusion Subject index.
Study of ion flow dynamics in an inertial electrostatic confinement device through sequential grid construction

Experiments were performed to understand the dynamics of the ion flow in an inertial electrostatic confinement (IEC) device. This was done by monitoring the fusion rate as the symmetry of the grid was increased starting with a single loop all the way until the entire grid is constructed. The fusion rate was observed to increase with grid symmetry and eventually saturate. A single loop grid was observed to generate a cylindrical (∼line) fusion source. The ion flow distribution was measured by introducing fine wires across a single loop of the grid in the form of a chord of a circle (chord wires). This study revealed that with increased symmetry of the cathode grid wires the convergence of the ions improves. The chord wires provided electrons for ionization even at low pressures (∼6.67mPa) and helped sustain the plasma. The impinging ions heat these wires locally and the temperature of the wires was measured using an infrared thermometer that was used to understand the ion flow distribution across the catho.
Millimeter-wave attenuation and delay rates due to fog/cloud conditions

Propagation properties of suspended water and ice particles which make up atmospheric haze, fog, and clouds were examined for microwave and millimeter-wave frequencies. Rates of attenuation alpha (dB/km) and delay tau (ps/km) are derived from a complex refractivity based on the Rayleigh absorption approximation of Mie's scattering theory. Key variables are particle mass content and permittivity, which depends on frequency and temperature both for liquid and ice states. Water droplet attenuation can be estimated within a restricted (10+or-10 degrees C) temperature range using a simple two-coefficient approximation. Experimental data on signal loss and phase delay caused by fog at four frequencies (50, 82, 141, and 246 GHz) over a 0.81-km line-of-sight path were found to be consistent with the model. >
Boron Abundances of B Stars of the Orion Association

The boron abundance of four B-type stars from the Orion association has been determined from Goddard High Resolution Spectrograph (GHRS)/Hubble Space Telescope (HST) spectra covering the B II 1362 Å resonance line. After correction for large non-LTE effects, the mean boron abundance is similar to the meteoritic abundance, but a factor of 4 (0.6 dex) greater than published abundances of boron in interstellar gas. This difference in boron abundance between young stars and gas is unexplained. The Orion stars were selected by their oxygen abundances: two are enriched in oxygen by about 60% relative to the others. Analysis of the GHRS spectra shows that the O-rich stars are deficient in boron by about 250% (0.4 dex) relative to the O-poor stars. Then, if the differences in oxygen abundance reflect differing levels of contamination of the natal clouds with (O-rich) ejecta of local Type II supernovae, the ejecta were not enriched in boron synthesized by the ν-process.
On the origin of the 265 nm absorption band in AlN bulk crystals

Single crystal AlN provides a native substrate for Al-rich AlGaN that is needed for the development of efficient deep ultraviolet light emitting and laser diodes. An absorption band centered around 4.7 eV (∼265 nm) with an absorption coefficient above 1000 cm−1 is observed in these substrates. Based on density functional theory calculations, substitutional carbon on the nitrogen site introduces absorption at this energy. A series of single crystalline wafers were used to demonstrate that this absorption band linearly increased with carbon, strongly supporting the model that CN- is the predominant state for carbon in AlN.
Time-domain impedance boundary conditions for surfaces with subsonic mean flows

The time-domain impedance boundary conditions of Tam and Auriault are extended for impedance boundaries with subsonic mean flows. This extension requires an effective impedance. A model for the effective impedance is proposed, which guarantees the continuity of particle displacement over an infinitely thin shear layer connecting the fluid to the impedance boundary as described by Myers. Together with the effective impedance model, the time domain impedance boundary condition renders the requirement of measuring the effective impedance under flow conditions unnecessary. To demonstrate the feasibility of the extended boundary conditions, a numerical validation using the NASA Grazing Incidence Tube measurements of Jones et al. is carried out. The assumed velocity on the infinitely thin shear layer connecting the flow over the surface to the locally reacting wall is shown to have a strong influence on the performance of the liner. Another important parameter identified is the shape of the mean flow profile, w.
Temporal association between drops in thoracic impedance and malignant ventricular arrhythmia: A longitudinal analysis of remote monitoring trends

Thoracic impedance (TI) drops measured by implantable cardioverter‐defibrillators (ICDs) have been reported to correlate with ventricular tachycardia/fibrillation (VT/VF). The aim of our study was to assess the temporal association of decreasing TI trends with VT/VF episodes through a longitudinal analysis of daily remote monitoring data from ICDs and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT‐Ds).
Development of molecular diagnostic platform for α0‐thalassemia 44.6 kb (Chiang Rai, ‐‐CR) deletion in individuals with microcytic red blood cells across Thailand

The α0‐thalassemia 44.6 kb or Chiang Rai (‐‐CR) deletion has been reported in northern Thailand and is capable of causing hemoglobin (Hb) H disease and a lethal α‐thalassemia genotype, Hb Bart's hydrops fetalis, in this region. However, there are no current data regarding the frequency of ‐‐CR nationwide due to a lack of effective diagnostic assay. Therefore, this study aimed to develop a reliable platform for simultaneous genotyping of ‐‐CR and two common α0‐thalassemias in Thailand (‐‐SEA and ‐‐THAI) and investigate the frequency of ‐‐CR across Thailand.
THE MASS OF THE NOVA HR DELPHINI NEBULA.

The Wisconsin low-resolution spectrophotometer was used to measure the absolute H flux from HR Del in August 1975. Using nebular temperatures from earlier measurements, the mass of the nebula is about 10- ')) . This is in reasonable agreement with results from other methods of estimating the mass of ejecta from HR Del, and is consistent with nova models in which radiation pressure drives mass loss. Key words: nebular remnant- spectrophotometry
Influence of photorefractive effect on optical parametric oscillator's properties in periodically poled Mg-doped stoichiometric LiTaO3

Undoped and Mg-doped stoichiometric LiTaO3 with concentrations of 0.5, 0.7, and 1.0 mol % were grown by the double-crucible Czochralski method, and their photorefractive effect was investigated by measuring light-induced birefringence changes. Periodically poled Mg-doped stoichiometric lithium tantalate (PPMgSLT) were fabricated for QPM optical parametric oscillator, whose properties, including slope efficiency and threshold, were measured to investigate influence of photorefractive effect on optical parametric oscillator. The results showed that a concentration of 1 mol % MgO in the melt was enough to suppress photorefractive effect at tens of MW/cm2, and the OPO performance of PPMgSLT doped with 0.5 mol % MgO is only 6 % lower than that of PPMgSLT doped with 1 mol % MgO at room temperature, even though light-induced birefringence existed for the crystal doped with 0.5 mol % MgO.
Circulating MiRNA-373 as a Predictor of Response to Super-Selective Transarterial Chemoembolization Bridging Therapy in Hepatocellular Carcinoma Patients Awaiting Liver Transplantation

Background: Super selective transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) has emerged as a bridging therapy for early hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) patients awaiting liver transplantation. This study aimed at assessing the expression profiles of circulating MiR-210 and MiR-373 as potential predictors of response to TACE bridging therapy in a group of Egyptian HCC cases on top of chronic hepatitis-C infection, awaiting liver transplantation. Methods: Fifty-three HCC cases awaiting liver transplantation referred for TACE, were followed up for three months, resulting in forty-five responders and eight non-responders based on modified response evaluation criteria in solid tumors (mRECIST). Circulating pre TACE MiR-210 and MiR-373 expressions were determined using reverse transcription quantitative polymerase chain reaction. Results: Circulating pre TACE MiR-373, but not MiR-210, was significantly higher in non-responders than responders. Receiver operating characteristics (ROC) curve analysis of MiR-373, pre-TACE tumor volume, inflammatory score, and albumin bilirubin (ALBI) grade revealed highest sensitivity for pre-TACE tumor volume (cutoff>11.49 cm3) and highest specificity for pre-TACE MiR-373 (cutoff>1.46-fold change). Multivariate logistic regression revealed pre TACE MiR-373 as a significant independent predictor of TACE response after adjusting for pre TACE tumor volume. Conclusion: Circulating pre-TACE MiR-373 could assist as a noninvasive predictor marker of response to TACE bridging therapy in early HCC patients awaiting liver transplantation.