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The influence of FMRI lie detection evidence on juror decision-making.

In the current study, we report on an experiment examining whether functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) lie detection evidence would influence potential jurors' assessment of guilt in a criminal trial. Potential jurors (N = 330) read a vignette summarizing a trial, with some versions of the vignette including lie detection evidence indicating that the defendant was lying about having committed the crime. Lie detector evidence was based on evidence from the polygraph, fMRI (functional brain imaging), or thermal facial imaging. Results showed that fMRI lie detection evidence led to more guilty verdicts than lie detection evidence based on polygraph evidence, thermal facial imaging, or a control condition that did not include lie detection evidence. However, when the validity of the fMRI lie detection evidence was called into question on cross-examination, guilty verdicts were reduced to the level of the control condition. These results provide important information about the influence of lie detection evidence in legal settings.
Numerical Simulation of the FDTD Method in LabVIEW [Application Notes]

LabVIEW (Laboratory Virtual Instrument Engineering Workbench) is a National Instruments program development. In this article, we present an FDTD code developed in Lab VIEW for basic scattering modeling. 1-D formulation with simple radiating boundary condition followed by a 2-D formulation is presented. The implementation of the PML boundary condition has been used to truncate the 2-D model used for the simulation to avoid reflections from the edges of the modeling grid. This particular formulation allows one to terminate any given material directly in the PML layers without virtually any reflection between the region of interest and the PML absorbing boundaries. The formulation uses the electric field E, the magnetic field H, and the electric displacement D rather than only the electric and magnetic fields as in usual FDTD implementation. This formulation has the advantage of making the PML properties completely independent of the background medium.
Diffusion of Scale Effects between European Regions

This paper develops a multi regional growth model of the second generation type with horizontal and vertical innovations. Technology goods are tradable between regions, creating a regional analogy of the weak scale effect introduced by Jones (2004). Per capita production in one region is a function of the weighted population sizes of trading partner regions. Thus the scale of partner regions diffuses between them. This result is empirically tested using data on the NUTS regions of the EU 15. A highly significant relationship is found between per capita GDP and an interregional scale variable, defined as a weighted sum of the populations of all EU 15 regions.
Teletherapy delivery of caregiver behavior training for children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

BACKGROUND Preliminary studies suggest that videoteleconferencing (VTC) may be an effective means to deliver behavioral interventions to families. Subjects consisted of a subsample of children (n=37) and caregivers who participated in the Children's Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Telemental Health Treatment Study (CATTS) (n=223), a randomized trial testing the effectiveness of delivering treatments for ADHD to families residing in their home communities using distant technologies. Families randomized to the CATTS intervention arm received pharmacotherapy and caregiver behavior training. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty-seven families from the CATTS intervention arm participated. All families received pharmacotherapy through VTC. Twelve families received the caregiver behavior training through VTC, or teletherapy, and 25 received the intervention in-person. We assessed children's outcomes at 25 weeks with the Vanderbilt ADHD Parent Rating Scale and the Columbia Impairment Scale. We assessed caregivers' outcomes using measures of distress in caring for a child with ADHD, including depression, stress, strain, and empowerment. We used analysis of covariance to assess outcomes from baseline to 25 weeks. RESULTS Families in the two conditions showed comparable attendance at sessions and satisfaction with their care. Caregivers in both conditions reported comparable outcomes for their children's ADHD-related behaviors and functioning, but caregivers in the teletherapy group did not report improvement in their own distress. CONCLUSIONS Findings support the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of treating children with ADHD through teletherapy. Future work should investigate how teletherapy may improve caregivers' distress. Teletherapy is a promising modality for delivering behavioral interventions for children with ADHD.
PROPAGATION OF AVOCADOS BY TISSUE CULTURE : DEVELOPMENT OF A CULTURE MEDIUM FOR MULTIPLICATION OF SHOOTS PA HARTY CITRUS AND SUBTROPICAL FRUIT RESEARCH INSTITUTE , NELSPRUIT

Groeipunte van die Duke 7 cultivar is asepties met behulp van weefselkultuur metodes gekweek om groei en vermeerdering van lote te bevorder. Binne 9 weke het groeipunte op 'n gewysigde Dixon en Fuller-medium met sitokinien en geen ouksien aanleiding gegee tot die ontwikkeling van 6.1 nuwe lote per eksplant. Die nuwe lote het ontstaan uitoksel-knoppe van die oorspronklike eksplant sowelas okselknoppe van die nuwe lote.
Nitrogen-doped ordered mesoporous graphitic arrays with high electrocatalytic activity for oxygen reduction.

The cathodic oxygen-reduction reaction (ORR) is one of the most crucial factors in the performance of a fuel cell. The development of efficient ORR electrocatalysts is thus of great significance for the commercialization of fuel cells. Platinum-based materials have long been investigated as active catalysts for ORR; however, the large-scale application of fuel cells has been hampered by the high cost and inadequacy of this metal. Recently, nonprecious-metal and metal-free catalysts for ORR have attracted enormous interest as an alternative to platinum-based catalysts. In particular, nitrogen-doped carbon materials, which are typical metal-free catalysts, exhibit excellent electrocatalytic activity for ORR as a result of their unique electronic properties derived from the conjugation between the nitrogen lone-pair electrons and the graphene p system. Generally, nitrogen-doped carbon materials can be prepared by the pyrolysis of transition-metal macrocyclic compounds or mixtures of metal salts and nitrogen-containing precursors. In these processes, the transition metals play an important role not only in the formation of graphitic frameworks, but also in the introduction of nitrogen active sites. Drawbacks are the use of expensive precursors and the need for extra steps to remove metal species. Furthermore, metal nanoparticles encapsulated in the graphite framework still remain even after a tedious removal process. The nature of the nitrogen atoms in nitrogen-doped carbon materials and whether they are really the active catalytic sites is still controversial. Thus, the development of nitrogen-doped carbon materials with excellent electrochemical performance but without any metal components is an urgent issue. Such materials would not only be promising candidates for ORR catalysts but would aid attempts to elucidate the correlation between the structure, composition, and electrochemical activity of nitrogen-doped carbon materials.
DroidScreening: a practical framework for real-world Android malware analysis

Analyzing Android malware sample is a time-consuming and error-prone work. Automatic techniques to perform suspicious apps screening and threat level evaluation is highly desired by the antivirus industry. In this paper, we proposed a novel automated framework called DroidScreening to speed up the Android malware analysis process and to assist antivirus analyst in generating the heuristics pattern for scanner. DroidScreening employs lazy associative classification (LAC) algorithms to produce classification model by learning from malicious evidence features extracted by using static analysis on Android application package files. Moreover, we proposed a novel high-interaction execution environment that can interact with malicious Android code, so that the analysis samples are induced to start executing their true malicious behavior. Experimentation on malware datasets and using LAC with traditional learning approaches show that the LAC algorithms outperformed other classification algorithms. Finally, we analyzed the performance of DroidScreening and compare it with other similar research work. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Cooperative caching in mobile ad hoc networks based on data utility

Cooperative caching, which allows sharing and coordination of cached data among clients, is a potential technique to improve the data access performance and availability in mobile ad hoc networks. However, variable data sizes, frequent data updates, limited client resources, insufficient wireless bandwidth and client's mobility make cache management a challenge. In this paper, we propose a utility based cache replacement policy, least utility value (LUV), to improve the data availability and reduce the local cache miss ratio. LUV considers several factors that affect cache performance, namely access probability, distance between the requester and data source/cache, coherency and data size. A cooperative cache management strategy, Zone Cooperative (ZC), is developed that employs LUV as replacement policy. In ZC one-hop neighbors of a client form a cooperation zone since the cost for communication with them is low both in terms of energy consumption and message exchange. Simulation experiments have been conducted to evaluate the performance of LUV based ZC caching strategy. The simulation results show that, LUV replacement policy substantially outperforms the LRU policy.
Integration of clustering and biclustering procedures for analysis of large DNA microarray datasets

In this paper, a new biclustering method is introduced based on a geometric method. The Hough Transform (HT) in column-pair space is used to find sub-biclusters and the k-means method is used to optimise the combining process. The experiment results show that the K-means Based Geometric Biclustering (KGBC) algorithm proposed here reduces the computing time for combining sub-biclusters and provides considerably higher classification accuracy compared with existing methods. Experiments on both simulated and real microarray data demonstrate that our method can identify biclusters with different noise levels and overlapping degrees.
An Axial-Field Flux-Modulated Magnetic Gear

This paper proposes an axial-field flux-modulated magnetic gear (AF-FMMG), in which the rotations with different speeds of the inner rotor and the outer rotor can be achieved based on the modulation function of two stationary modulation rings. Due to the axial-flux configuration, the proposed AF-FMMG offers the advantages of a simpler mechanical structure and a theoretically limitless gap length between two rotors. Hence, the proposed magnetic gear is very suitable for applications that require a hermetic isolation between input and output shafts, such as pumps used in the food, agriculture, and aerospace industries. First, the configuration and operation principle of the AF-FMMG is described. Then, by using finite-element analysis, several dimensions are optimized to obtain the maximum torque output. Finally, the output performances of the proposed AF-FMMG are calculated, and a torque density in excess of 77 kNm/m3 can be achieved.
Free-Form Modeling in Bilateral Brep and CSG Representation Schemes

This paper presents a unified approach for incorporating free-form solids in bilateral Brep and CSG representation schemes, by resorting to low-degree (quadratic, cubic) algebraic surface patches. We develop a general CSG solution that represents a free-form solid as a boolean combination of a direct term and a complicated delta term. This solution gives rise to the trunctet-subshell conditions, under which the delta term computation can be obviated. We use polyhedral smoothing to construct a Brep consisting of quadratic algebraic patches that meet with tangent-plane continuity, such that the trunctet-subshell conditions are guaranteed automatically. This guarantee is not currently available for cubic patches. The general CSG solution thus applies whenever trunctet-subshell conditions are violated, e.g. sometimes for cubic patches or sometimes for patches of any degree that are subject to shape control operations. Manifold solids of arbitrary topology can be represented in our dual representation system. Ensuing CSG constructs are parallel processed on the RayCasting Engine to support a wide range of solid modeling applications, including general sweeping, Minkowski operations, NC machining, and touch-sense probing.
Analysis and modeling of peak-current-mode-controlled buck converter in DICM

This paper presents a unified method to obtain both small- and large-signal models for a peak-current-mode-controlled buck converter which accurately predict its behavior. The models show that the peak-current-mode transfer functions are effectively of first order, as can be expected due to the heavy bounding of inductor current. The large-signal behavior can be accurately predicted by using a simple algebraic equation including the mode limit of basic-switching-frequency operation as well as the input-output relations. It is also pointed out that a buck converter can have stable open-loop as well as closed-loop operation modes at basic switching frequency and at its even and odd harmonics. The subharmonic modes are, however, not controllable in a conventional way.
Study of realization tolerances and defects in organic solar cell with textured graphene contacts

In this work we present the design of an organic solar cell (OSC) with a textured graphene contact. The use of a grating increases the optical absorption in the active layer of the OSC up to 21% respect to a flat OSC architecture. Furthermore, a study on the tolerances allowed in the realization process is presented considering the possible defects that could occur in the realization of the OSC and how much they affect the optical behavior.
El crecimiento económico en Bolivia 1952-2003

En el analisis estadistico-descriptivo de la serie 1952-2003 para la economia boliviana, se observo que el comportamiento tendencial es dominante respecto al ciclico, por lo que la discrecionalidad de las politicas economicas no coadyuva al crecimiento economico. De esta manera, adquiere importancia la estimacion de la tasa natural de crecimiento para Bolivia y los resultados encontrados muestran que para el periodo 1990-2003 la tasa de crecimiento natural de la economia boliviana alcanza el 4.04% anual. De igual forma, al realizar el analisis de corto plazo, vemos que ante la presencia de shocks, la economia boliviana retorna a su tendencia de largo plazo en un periodo promedio de cinco trimestres. Finalmente, los resultados encontrados muestran fuertes rigideces que enfrenta la economia boliviana para impulsar el crecimiento economico.
Cytokines as adjuvants for vaccines: antigen-specific responses differ from polyclonal responses

The use of cytokines in the administration of vaccines has a unique value in obtaining the appropriate immune response and in ensuring a protective outcome. Earlier studies indicating that cytokines can influence the generation of a particular antibody isotype may represent an oversimplification of a more complex problem. Several studies discussed in this review show that the effect of a given cytokine on the immune response depends on whether one examines the antigen-specific response or the polyclonal response (i.e., total serum immunoglobulins). Further, a balanced regulation of immune responsiveness is important in maintaining homeostasis of the immune system. Consequently, for any vaccine that uses cytokines to boost the response, due consideration must be given to these important variables.
A REAL TIME DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF SAILBOAT RIGGING

The operational complexity and performance requirements of modern racing yachts demand the use of advanced applications, such as a decision support system (DSS) able to assist crew members during navigation. In this article, the authors describe a near-time computational solver as the main piece of a DSS which analyses and monitors the behaviour of sails and rigging. The solver is made up of two different interconnected tools: an iterative Fluid-Structure Interaction algorithm and an advanced Wireless Sensor Network to monitor rigging. The real-time DSS quantifies crew manoeuvres in physical terms, which are reproduced by a simulation program. It can be used in the design phase of sailing yachts and as an aid for real-time boat performance optimisation and accident prevention. This novel DSS is a useful tool for navigation, especially in races.
The uses of 'Uses of epidemiology'.

In 1944 the Association for Education in Citizenship published a pamphlet entitled ‘Health’ by Major Jerry Morris 1 (of the Royal Army Medical Corps), as one of a series of Handbooks for Discussion Groups. The preface to the pamphlets in this series said that they were intended to be used by discussion circles concerned with the social, economic and political problems that arose from the Second World War. The central problem the pamphlet dealt with was that of health as a social function: statistics on the current state of ill-health in Britain were presented (against the background of considerable improvement from the mid-19th century), the problem of socioeconomic differentials in health outlined and arguments in favour of a universal tax-funded health service presented. By way of a conclusion readers were exhorted to involve themselves in understanding—and through this improving—the health of the communities in which they lived (Box 1). In 1948—and now as a civilian—Jerry Morris became Director of the Medical Research Council Social Medicine Research Unit. 2 This unit contributed importantly to the development of the methodology and practice of the epidemiology of chronic disease and in 1955 the Director published an article entitled ‘Uses of Epidemiology’ in the British Medical Journal. 3 This article was expanded into a book 4 which, on publication in 1957, became one of the pioneering texts of 20th century epidemiology. Major Greenwood’s 1935 Epidemics and Crowd Diseases 5 had dis
Towards a hardware realization of time-frequency source separation of speech

This paper presents preliminary work on a hardware implementation of a source separation algorithm employing time-frequency masking methods. DUET (degenerate unmixing estimation technique) has previously been shown to achieve excellent source separation in real time in software. The current work is a move towards a hardware realization of DUET that allows integration of the algorithm into consumer devices. Initial stages involve investigating the performance of DUET when implemented in fixed-point arithmetic and a consideration of algorithmic changes to make DUET more amenable to implementation on a DSP processor. Performance is compared for floating-point and fixed-point implementations. A weighted K-means clustering algorithm is presented as an alternative to gradient descent methods for peak tracking and demonstrated to achieve excellent performance without adversely affecting computational load. Preliminary performance figures are given for an implementation on a TMS320VC5510 DSK.
Efficient homologous recombination of Ty1 element cDNA when integration is blocked

Integration of the yeast retrotransposon Ty1 into the genome requires the self-encoded integrase (IN) protein and specific terminal nucleotides present on full-length Ty1 cDNA. Ty1 mutants with defects in IN, the conserved termini of Ty1 cDNA, or priming plus-strand DNA synthesis, however, were still able to efficiently insert into the genome when the elements were expressed from the GAL1 promoter present on a multicopy plasmid. As with normal transposition, formation of the exceptional insertions required an RNA intermediate, Ty1 reverse transcriptase, and Ty1 protease. In contrast to Ty1 transposition, at least 70% of the chromosomal insertions consisted of complex multimeric Ty1 elements. Ty1 cDNA was transferred to the inducing plasmid as well as to the genome, and transfer required the recombination and repair gene RAD52. Furthermore, multimeric insertions occurred without altering the levels of total Ty1 RNA, virus-like particle-associated RNA or cDNA, Ty1 capsid proteins, or IN. These results suggest that Ty1 cDNA is utilized much more efficiently for homologous recombination when IN-mediated integration is blocked.
Vitamin D and cognitive impairment in the elderly U.S. population.

BACKGROUND Recent European studies suggest that vitamin D deficiency may be associated with increased odds of cognitive impairment in older persons, although findings from the United States are equivocal. Our objective was to investigate the association between vitamin D deficiency and cognitive impairment in the elderly U.S. population. METHODS Three thousand and three hundred twenty-five adults aged 65 years or more completed cognitive assessments, medical examinations, and physical performance measures and provided blood samples in the Third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, a nationally representative cross-sectional study of the U.S. noninstitutionalized population. We determined whether low levels of serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) were associated with increased odds of cognitive impairment using logistic regression models. Cognitive impairment was assessed using measures of immediate and delayed verbal memory, orientation, and attention (impairment was defined as the worst 10% of the distribution of combined scores). RESULTS The multivariate adjusted odds ratios (95% confidence interval) of cognitive impairment in participants who were 25(OH)D insufficient (≥ 50 < 75 nmol/L), deficient (≥ 25 < 50 nmol/L), and severely deficient (<25 nmol/L) in comparison with those sufficient (≥ 75 nmol/L) were 0.9 (0.6-1.3), 1.4 (1.0-2.1), and 3.9 (1.5-10.4), respectively (p for linear trend = .02). Log-transformed levels of 25(OH)D were also significantly associated with the odds of cognitive impairment (p = .02). CONCLUSIONS These findings suggest that vitamin D deficiency is associated with increased odds of cognitive impairment in the elderly U.S. population. Further exploration of a possible causal relationship between vitamin D deficiency and cognitive impairment is warranted.
Design and performance analysis of joint source-channel turbo schemes with variable length codes

We proposed in Jaspar et al. (2004) a joint source-channel (JSC) turbo-(de)coder combining a variable length code (VLC) with a turbo-code. The simulation results showed the better performance and the lower decoding complexity of this new scheme over the previous ones. In this paper, we provide tools for the analysis and the performance prediction of this scheme. The bit, symbol and frame distance spectra are developed for VLC and for the more general case of VLC turbo-concatenated with an error correcting code (ECC). These spectra are then used to get the union bounds on the bit, symbol and frame error probabilities, and to shed some light on previous simulation-based results. These tools are also valid for a wide variety of other similar schemes currently explored in the literature and, hence, can be used to analyze and to compare them.