Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Subtribal classification of Metriorrhynchini (Insecta: Coleoptera: Lycidae): an integrative approach using molecular phylogeny and morphology of adults and larvae

The classification of Metriorrhynchini, the most diverse lineage of net-winged beetles (Lycidae) containing ~ 1400 species, is revised on the basis of three-marker molecular phylogeny of 175 ingroup taxa, and the adult and larval morphology. The study uses the molecular phylogeny for identification of major lineages and critically considers morphology when adult morphology and sparse information of immature stages alone did not provide enough information for building a robust classification. Reconstruction of the ancestral states of morphological characters on the phylogenetic tree recovered from DNA data presents evidence for multiple origins of the four-costae pattern on the elytra, shortened elytral costa 1, patterns of pronotal areolae and flabellate antennae. As a consequence, revised morphological delineations of the subtribes and genera are proposed: three major lineages are defined as Metriorrhynchina Kleine, 1926, Metanoeina subtrib. nov. and Cautirina subtrib. nov. The subtribes Trichalina Kleine, 1928 and Hemiconderina Bocak & Bocakova, 1990 are synonymized with Metriorrhynchina Kleine, 1926. Metanoeina are studied in detail and three genera are placed in the subtribe: Metanoeus Waterhouse, 1879, Xylometanoeus gen. nov., and Matsudanoeus gen. nov., with Xylometanoeus japonicus (Bourgeois, 1902) comb. nov. and Matsudanoeus yuasai (Nakane, 1969), comb. nov. as type species, respectively. Xylobanus basivittatus Nakane, 1970 is transferred to Xylometanoeus. The concepts of genera Cautires and Xylobanus are based on male and female genitalia. Additionally, the molecular hypothesis is supported by morphology of larvae, when newly proposed Cautirina are characterized by entire tergites in contrast to the longitudinally divided mesoand metathoracic tergites of Metanoeina and Metriorrhynchina. Larval characters support the placement of Xylometanoeus in Metanoeina and the close relationships of Matsudanoeus and Metanoeus. The simultaneous consideration of DNA-based phylogeny and morphology of adults and larvae rejects taxa based on diagnostically usable but strongly homoplastic characters and provides a framework for a robust classification of Metriorrhynchini.
Single-Objective Optimization for Architecture [Extended Abstract]

The focus on efficiency has grown over recent years and, nowadays, it is critical that buildings exhibit good performance regarding different criteria. This need prompts architects to explore (1) algorithmic design approaches, which allow the generation of several design variations, (2) analysis tools, to evaluate a design’s performance, and (3) optimization algorithms, to find the best performing variation of a design. Many optimization algorithms exist, and not all of them are adequate for a specific problem, however Genetic Algorithms are frequently the first and only option in architectural optimization. This may be because existing optimization frameworks require the usage of specific design or analysis tools and only offer a small subset of optimization algorithms, which leads to the simplest algorithm being the usual choice. This dissertation studies existing approaches and optimization algorithms for architecture. It also proposes a framework for architectural optimization that includes several types of algorithms and a prototype implementation. This prototype is tested using case studies, and the results show that Genetic Algorithms perform poorly, while other algorithms achieve better results. However, they also show that no algorithm is consistently better than the others, which suggests that a framework with several different types of algorithms should be used.
Behavior characterization in cryptocurrency networks

—This work explores the network protocol of Ethereum, which is one of the most prominent and innovative blockchain-based platforms, by measuring various network metrics and characteristics. The goal of our measurements is to identify the network’s behavior, ﬁnd out the weak points, and enable so several improvements to the existing system. We deploy a set of geographically distributed nodes based on an open-source implementation of the Ethereum protocol. We modify the nodes to listen to the network trafﬁc on the mainnet of the protocol and perform one-month long measurement. To the best of our knowledge, we are the ﬁrst to measure the propagation delay of blocks and transactions between geographically dispersed Ethereum peers. On top of that, we replicate several measurements from 2017 and show how the Ethereum network changed and evolved since then. In the end, we provide possible suggestions about how to improve the protocol.
A Multi-dimensional Relationship Model

With the course of time and the increasing use of computers in the daily life of everyone highlights the relationships we develop with them as well as the importance of these relationships. This aspects gains special importance when we refer to synthetic characters. Following the previous ideas, we have developed a model of relationships that models the processes involved in these relationships in several dimensions. For this purpose we have based our research in both computational systems that include relationships and in theoretical theories of the psychology and sociology of human relationships. As a way to validate and test our model, we have introduced the intimacy relationship and conducted an experiment with eight users where they interacted with a prototype of a game where they to develop a relationship with one character. The evaluation of the experiment’s results showed that from all the test conditions, the one that included our relationship model presented the higher and better results for all the three variables of measure in the relationship establishment.
Rejoinder

We thank all four commentators for the extremely valuable exchanges. They have generously shared with us new perspectives and fresh knowledge that have greatly enriched our thinking. We organize this rejoinder primarily around three types of assumptions involved at different stages of research design and analysis: (a) identification assumptions required in a randomized experiment for identifying causal mechanisms, (b) identification assumptions required in a quasi-experimental study, and (c) model-based assumptions. We discuss analysis of controlled direct effects at the end.
A Mental Health-Physical Health-Violence (MPV) Syndemic Factor in Women with Mental Disorders.

This study extended research on syndemics for women with mental disorders by including self-reported mental and physical health conditions. Syndemics explain complex relationships among co-occurring conditions, and the social circumstances that influence their overlap. Data were from the baseline assessment of a randomized trial of Healthy Home, a nursing home-visit intervention for women with children. 172 adult women who were in mental health or substance use treatment completed measures (in Spanish or English) of anxiety, depression, violence during adulthood, physical health, and cigarette use. Structural Equation Modeling was used to evaluate a single-factor syndemic, and to test the relationships of theoretical predictors of the syndemic: income, number of children, women's abuse during childhood, mental health stigma, social support, and stress. Results supported a single factor syndemic model that explained variation in mental health, physical health, and violence during adulthood. Stress, β = . 45, p < . 001, and stigma, β = . 22, p = . 007, were related to the syndemic factor. There was evidence that self-reported mental and physical health share covariation, which suggested that integrated services for women with mental disorders may have synergistic effects on health. Findings suggest the need to develop and test interventions that address stress and stigma as a means of reducing health disparities for women with mental disorders.
Factorial Validity of the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) in a Sample of Spanish Social Workers

Abstract Burnout has been considered important to understanding the well-being of social workers and the quality of the services they render. Despite the ample international usage of the Maslach Burnout Inventory, its psychometric properties have come into question and alternative models of measuring the inventory have been suggested. The purpose of this study was to examine the psychometric properties and the applicability of a Spanish version of the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey (MBI-HSS) in an incidental sample of 947 social workers. Three alternative models of the MBI-HSS were tested for the purpose of identifying the most suitable model for measuring burnout in Spain. The confirmatory factor analysis supported the theory that the model of three correlated factors was superior to alternative models of one and two factors. The structure of three factors (emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and personal accomplishment) and 19 items showed the best adjustment and a suitable internal consistency of the dimensions of the MBI-HSS. These findings demonstrate that the MBI-HSS has validity and reliability acceptable for measuring burnout in social workers, providing valuable information to the managers of social services in order to reduce burnout among social workers. The limitations of the study and recommendations for future investigation are emphasized.
Organizational social capital as a moderator for the effect of entrepreneurial orientation on competitive intelligence

Abstract Change force in entrepreneurial strategic posture navigates an organization toward market forces, especially competitive force, through which opportunities for its sustainable growth can be identified. One purpose of this study is thus to investigate the role of entrepreneurial orientation (EO) in cultivating competitive intelligence (CI). The study also seeks to establish the moderating role of organizational social capital (OSC) for the effect of EO on CI. Cross-sectional data from respondents from chemical companies in Vietnam business context were analyzed through hierarchical multiple regression. The study provided evidence on the predictive role of EO for CI. The two components of OSC – trust and goal congruence – were also found to play a moderating role for the EO–CI relationship.
Spirituality of Living and Aging with HIV: A Pilot Study

ABSTRACT Aging with HIV is now possible due to pharmacological advances that are greatly extending life. However, information on aging with HIV is only recently emerging, with little information available about the spiritual lives of those aging with this disease. This pilot study assessed spiritual, psychosocial, and health-related factors in 50 HIV-positive and 50 HIV-negative adults between 30 and 65 years old. The convention of 50 years and over is used in HIV research to indicate older adults and was used in this study as well. Between-group analyses did not reveal differences on attendance of religious events or importance of spirituality. Within-group analyses of the HIV-positive group did show several positive relationships between health-related factors and spirituality; however, age and years diagnosed with HIV were not related to the spirituality items. Interestingly, 72% of the HIV-positive participants indicated that their spirituality changed after receiving their diagnosis and 44% considered HIV to be a blessing. As people age with this disease or contract it in later life, it will be important to understand how spirituality will help people to cope with such a stigmatizing disease.
Acromioclavicular ‘Pseudo-dislocation’ with Concomitant Coracoid Process Fracture and Coracoclavicular Ligament Rupture in a 12-year-old Male

Acromioclavicular ‘Pseudo-dislocation’ with Concomitant Coracoid Process Fracture and Coracoclavicular Ligament Rupture in a 12-year-old Male THE ORTHOPAEDIC JOURNAL AT HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL 52 Robert A. Duerr, MD1 Patricia R. Melvin, MD, MBS2 Dennis J. Phillips, MD2
Peasant Innovations and the Search for Sustainability: The Case of Carnaubais Territory in Piauí State, Brazil

This article pursues two aims. The first is to assess the degree of sustainability in peasant agroecosystems through the application of the systemic approach, allowing an integrated understanding of technical, environmental, economic, and social impacts to support the agroecological transition process; the second is to comprehend the basis farmers have and the strategies they use in locally favoring the emergence of the innovations that constitute the object of analysis. The conceptual framework used ia that of the MESMIS method, which is based on a set of system attributes for agroecosystem assessment. Results indicate that innovations made by family farmers favored improvements in essential elements of system sustainability, making possible sustainable land use, assuring an increase in income, and maintenance of family employment and farm structuring. These factors cast light on the relevance of local knowledge as a key factor in policies that promote the sustainability of family systems, and as a basis for an agroecological transition process.
Gender-Affirming Medical Interventions and Mental Health in Transgender Adults

Purpose: Researchers have provided evidence for behavioral health disparities between transgender and cisgender individuals. Few studies considered the impact of possessing sex characteristics at birth that are not congruent with gender identity. In studies that examined gender-affirming medical interventions (GAMIs) and behavioral health in transgender adults, important variables and a range of behavioral health symptoms have not been considered. This study explored relationships between three GAMIs and scores on 6 symptom measures, while controlling for key variables. We hypothesized that, compared with transgender people who desire but have not yet engaged in a GAMI, those who engaged in the GAMI will report lower symptom scores on behavioral health outcomes. Method: Using a cross-sectional design, data from 868 transgender people were analyzed through comparison of the behavioral health of those who completed a given GAMI and those who wanted to complete the intervention. Results: GAMIs were associated with lower scores on measures of depression, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, and PTSD and higher scores on alcohol abuse for trans masculine identity spectrum (TMIS) people who completed GAMIs compared with those who desired but did not complete GAMIs. Results related to trans feminine identity spectrum (TFIS) people largely demonstrated nonsignificant differences. Discussion: Results indicate that among those who desire GAMIs, the completion of GAMIs are associated with better behavioral health for TMIS people, with the exception of alcohol abuse. Nonsignificant differences in the results of TFIS people may be attributable to differences in sample size, social ramifications, GAMI satisfaction, and hormone effects.
Primary Percoutaneous Coronary Intervention on Unprotected Left Main Coronary Artery with Staged Complex Bifurcational Treatment: A Case Report

Abstract We present the case of patient with ST elevation myocardial infarction in cardiogenic shock with primary percutaneous coronary intervention of Left anterior descending coronary artery and Left main coronary artery with staged complex procedure on Left anterior descending/Diagonal branch bifurcation in Culotte manner. This case shows that “the simpler, the better” approach of only infarct related artery revascularization may be applied in acute patients with cardiogenic shock and optimal clinical and hemodynamic response on revascularization and intra-aortic balloon pump. But, complete revascularization should be done in staged procedure and later, a control coronary angiography with intravascular ultrasound assistance is mandatory.
An actualistic and phylogenetic approach to identifying and interpreting crocodylian bite marks

Bite marks provide direct evidence of trophic interactions, feeding behavior, and inter- or intraspecific conflict in the fossil record. However, their utility as a source of taphonomic and paleoecologic data requires differentiation from traces left by other processes. Since the 19th century, taphonomists have often relied on actualistic observations of modern bite marks and feeding behaviors in order to identify diagnostic traces and patterns. A recent increase in interest in taphonomic research has resulted in a large body of work describing patterns of bite marks from many different clades. Most research has been focused on mammalian taxa, but a smaller number of non-mammalian groups, including crocodylians, have also drawn interest. Crocodylians are taphonomic agents who consume and modify bones, often depositing them in the active depositional systems in which they live. However, actualistic observations of crocodylian bite marks have been limited to forensic case studies and surveys of two taxa: Crocodylus niloticus and Crocodylus porosus . Both surveys utilized captive animals, which often exhibit atypical morphologies that may bias ensuing bite mark datasets. In order to address this issue, a 2D morphometric analysis of Alligator mississippiensis crania from captive and wild specimens was performed. A principal component analysis and a canonical variates analysis revealed some statistically significant differences between the two groups, while crossvalidation had mixed resuts. An ANCOVA test of the covariance of centroid size and origin against shape (principal component scores) revealed that the effects of ontogeny introduced a stronger signal than captivity. This implies that while using captive crocodylians in fine scale analyses should be avoided, they are suitable for gross scale research, such as bite mark analyses. To explore crocodylian bite mark patterns in greater depth, a large scale survey of traces left by A. mississippiensis was performed. Bite mark types on samples taken from individual feedings were discussed in light of vital statistics and collection protocols. Bite mark types on samples taken from group feedings were classified by location and orientation on bone and type. The results were compared to pre-existing crocodylian datasets with regards to potentially diagnostic traits: bisected marks, hook scores, and a lack of furrows. Bisected marks were found in rates similar to those seen in C. niloticus , and rates of hook scoring and bone breakage were higher. These traces were present in higher rates than those reported in C. porosus . Furrows were identified, but rare. Finally, a survey of bite marks from 21 of the 23 generally recognized species of extant crocodylians was performed to better characterize marks found across Crocodylia and to test methods for synthesizing taphonomic datasets. Bite marks were identified, and specimens were then coded for presence or absence of mark subscores. Attempts to find…
Effects of Six-Food Elimination Diet on Esophageal Symptoms and Histopathology in Adult Patients with Eosinophilic Esophagitis

6 LIST OF TABLES . 7 LIST OF FIGURES . 8 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS . 9 INTRODUCTION . 11 1.1 Disease definition . 11 1.2 History of eosinophilic esophagitis . 12 1.2. 1 Eosinophilia linked to GERD . 12 1.2. 2 Eosinophilia linked to EGE . 12 1.2. 3 Recognition of EoE . 13 1.3 Epidemiology and risk factors . 13 1.3. 1 Prevalence of EoE . 14 1.3. 2 Incidence of EoE . 15 1.3. 3 EoE risk factors . 15 1.4 EoE Pathogenesis . 16 1.4. 1 Genetic factors . 16 1.4. 2 Environmental factors . 18 1.4. 3 Immune system factors . 19 1.4. 4 Disease mechanism and tissue remodelling . 19 1.5 Clinical presentation . 20 1.5. 1 Symptoms in children and adults . 20 1.5. 2 Natural history . 20 1.5. 3 Symptom scoring . 21 1.6 Diagnosis and evaluation . 22 1.6. 1 Diagnostic criteria . 22
Identifying Children with and without Handwriting Difficulties Using The Print Tool

Our objective was the utility of The Print Tool to discriminate between children with and without handwriting difficulties (HWD). We used known-groups comparison of 38 first, second, and third grade children with and without HWD. Children identified with HWD performed significantly poorer than children without HWD at each grade level. Components of placement and size were significantly different across grade and group. The Print Tool showed higher sensitivity than specificity with more discriminatory utility in first and second graders. The Print Tool can be used in conjunction with other instruments to identify HWD in young children. As specificity was low, it may be best to use the tool to evaluate children with existing HWD to further guide remediation. Placement and size components of the tool discriminated most consistently between children with and without HWD.
Genetic Improvement of Field Crops

Increases in grain yield in bread wheat from breeding and associated physiological changes, Gustavo A. Slafer et al productivity of oats - genetic gains and associated physiological changes, Pirjo Peltonen-Sainio progress in barley breeding, Luigi Cattivelli, et al physiological basis of the genetic improvement of corn, Matthijs Tollenaar et al genetic improvement in soybean - physiological attributes, James R. Frederick and John D. Hesketh physiological characteristics related to yield improvement in sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.), Victor O. Sadras and Francisco J. Villolobos genetic contributions to yield in cotton, Thomas W. Culp genetic improvement and associated physiological changes in the potato, Daniel O. Caldiz genetic improvement in physiological traits of rice yield, Mohammad Ashraf et al.
Self‐similarity for accurate compression of point sampled surfaces

Most surfaces, be it from a fine‐art artifact or a mechanical object, are characterized by a strong self‐similarity. This property finds its source in the natural structures of objects but also in the fabrication processes: regularity of the sculpting technique, or machine tool. In this paper, we propose to exploit the self‐similarity of the underlying shapes for compressing point cloud surfaces which can contain millions of points at a very high precision. Our approach locally resamples the point cloud in order to highlight the self‐similarity of the shape, while remaining consistent with the original shape and the scanner precision. It then uses this self‐similarity to create an ad hoc dictionary on which the local neighborhoods will be sparsely represented, thus allowing for a light‐weight representation of the total surface. We demonstrate the validity of our approach on several point clouds from fine‐arts and mechanical objects, as well as a urban scene. In addition, we show that our approach also achieves a filtering of noise whose magnitude is smaller than the scanner precision.