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The Relationship Between Vertical Jump Power Estimates and Weightlifting Ability: A Field‐Test Approach

&NA; Carlock, J.M. , S.L. Smith, M.J. Hartman, R.T. Morris, D.A. Ciroslan, K.C. Pierce, R.U. Newton, E.A. Harman, W.A. Sands, and M.H. Stone. The relationship between vertical jump power estimates and weightlifting ability: A field‐test approach. J. Strength Cond. Res. 18(3):534–539. 2004. —The purpose of this study was to assess the usefulness of the vertical jump and estimated vertical‐jump power as a field test for weightlifting. Estimated PP output from the vertical jump was correlated with lifting ability among 64 USA national‐level weightlifters (junior and senior men and women). Vertical jump was measured using the Kinematic Measurement System, consisting of a switch mat interfaced with a laptop computer. Vertical jumps were measured using a hands‐on‐hips method. A counter‐movement vertical jump (CMJ) and a static vertical jump (SJ, 90° knee angle) were measured. Two trials were given for each condition. Testretest reliability for jump height was intra‐class correlation (ICC) = 0.98 (CMJ) and ICC = 0.96 (SJ). Athletes warmed up on their own for 2–3 minutes, followed by 2 practice jumps at each condition. Peak power (PP) was estimated using the equations developed by Sayers et al. (24). The athletes’ current lifting capabilities were assessed by a questionnaire, and USA national coaches checked the listed values. Differences between groups (i.e., men versus women, juniors versus resident lifters) were determined using t‐tests (p ≤ 0.05). Correlations were determined using Pearson's r. Results indicate that vertical jumping PP is strongly associated with weightlifting ability. Thus, these results indicate that PP derived from the vertical jump (CMJ or SJ) can be a valuable tool in assessing weightlifting performance.
The Mechanism of MSCs Therapy in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

In past decades, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) has been associated with high mortality and morbidity. Although many maneuvers have been tested including tens of clinical trials, so far there is still no approved pharmacological intervention available for ARDS except protective ventilation strategy. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) has shown improved survival in various ARDS animal model after administration. Here we summarized the updates of MSC derivation and purification, administration approaches, timing of MSC delivery, and mechanism of MSC therapy in order to provide a state-of-art paradigm of cell based therapy in ARDS and to facilitate the development of MSC therapy in ARDS patients.
Gene expression associated with changes in cold tolerance levels of the Antarctic springtail, Cryptopygus antarcticus

The ability of the Antarctic microarthropod Cryptopygus antarcticus (Collembola, Isotomidae) to survive low temperatures has been well studied at the physiological level, with recent investigations indicating the importance of the moulting process in conferring this ability. This study investigated gene expression in groups of C. antarcticus that have distinct differences in their ability to survive low temperatures. A microarray containing c. 5400 C. antarcticus expressed sequence tags was used to investigate gene expression differences between groups of animals with different supercooling points (SCP), and to low temperatures close to their SCP. By demonstrating the involvement of moult‐related genes in the differential survival of two groups of C. antarcticus with distinct SCP profiles, the results of this investigation add support to the suggestion that moulting plays a role in conferring cold tolerance in C. antarcticus.
A model of the impact of smoking bans on smoking with evidence from bans in England and Scotland

This paper evaluates the impact of smoking bans on smoking using a policy change introduced by the UK government. We present a theoretical model of smoking that defines an individualâ€™s life-cycle addiction and cigarette consumption in the presence and in the absence of a public smoking ban. The model shows that the imposition of a public smoking ban should affect individuals differently according to their age, gender and previous level of cigarette consumption. We test the predictions of the model using data drawn from the British Household Panel Survey (BHPS). We assess the short-term impact of the UK smoking ban using differences-in-differences (DD) and changes-in-changes (CC) methods. We make use of the longitudinal nature of the data and implement a set of more flexible DD fixed effects panel data models. We find that the introduction of the smoking bans in Scotland and England had no impact on overall smoking prevalence. However, we do find some evidence on the effects of the ban on the levelof cigarette consumption, especially among male heavy smokers, female moderate and heavy smokers and young people.
Synchronous reluctance generator with FPGA control of three-level neutral-point-clamped converter for wind power application

This paper proposes the utilization of a medium-speed synchronous reluctance generator together with IGBT-based three-level neutral-point-clamped converter for wind turbines. The finite element simulation of an optimized 2.0 MW synchronous reluctance generator is presented in order to extract the characteristics curves of the machine. Due to the medium voltage of the generator, the full-scale three-level neutral-point-clamped converter topology is selected. The control structure of the synchronous reluctance generator with the three-level neutral-point-clamped converter is also discussed with the aim to ensure the voltage stability of the DC-link of the generator-side converter. An FPGA driving circuit is utilized for calculating the switching states of the three-level neutral-point-clamped converter for the synchronous reluctance wind generator.
On the nature of argR mutations is Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

Ornithine, citrulline and homoarginine having a regulatory role on arginine biosynthetic enzymes in wild-type, but not in argR mutants, do not interfere with aminoacylation of tRNAArgin vitro or in vivo. The same aminoacylation reaction does not seem to be modified in argR mutations, strengthening the hypothesis of a mutation, involving the apopressor.
A Compact Quasi-Isotropic Antenna Based on Folded Split-Ring Resonators

In this letter, an electrically small quasi-isotropic antenna using folded split-ring resonators is investigated. The antenna is based on split-ring resonators (SRRs) to achieve a quasi-isotropic radiation pattern using the electric and magnetic dipole current of the SRR. Interdigital capacitors are used to make the size more compact, and magnetic coupling of a folded structure is applied to improve the radiation characteristics of the SRR antenna. The electrical size of the antenna has ka = 0.41 at 888 MHz and 1.8% of fractional bandwidth. The measured gain deviation <inline-formula><tex-math notation="LaTeX">$(\Delta)$</tex-math></inline-formula> is 5.2 dB and the measured radiation efficiency is higher than 81% in the bandwidth.
Steerable Catheters in Cardiology: Classifying Steerability and Assessing Future Challenges

Objective: This review aims to provide a structured classification of the underlying steering mechanisms in steerable catheters and to assess their future challenges. Methods: Existing, patented, and experimental designs of steerable catheters are classified with respect to their steerability. Subsequently, the classification is used as a tool for defining future requirements and challenges for steerable cardiac catheters. Results: The results of the classification provide two categories of steering at a fundamental level: 1) Force generation in the tip and 2) force transmission to the tip. The former group consists of force generating steering mechanisms as a result of 1) electric, 2) thermal, and 3) magnetic actuation. The latter group comprises force transmitting steering mechanisms as the result of 4) hydraulic chamber actuation or 5) mechanic cable actuation. Each category can be further subdivided into multiple subcategories. Future requirements and challenges are found for steering and positioning capabilities, cardiac applications and safety, and miniaturization potential. Conclusion: A structured classification is presented which identifies the different steering mechanisms in steerable catheters. The classification proves to be a useful tool in determining future requirements and challenges, being invaluable for future application-driven design. Significance: Using the applied classification as a tool for future design will not only provide insight into previously applied steering technology, it will identify new and unexplored options too. Additionally, insight into the requirements and challenges for catheter steering toward and inside the heart, will allow more dedicated systems, allowing intervention- and patient-specific instrument manipulation.
Achievable Rate With Closed-Form for SISO Channel and Broadcast Channel in Visible Light Communication Networks

In this paper, we study the channel capacity and region for both the single-input-single-output (SISO) channel and broadcast channel (BC) in visible light communication (VLC) systems, under the peak optical power, average optical power, and electrical power constraints. Under the condition that the input signal is continuous, we develop a closed-form lower bound (termed ABG lower bound) and an upper bound for SISO channel using the entropy power inequality and Lagrangian function method. Moreover, a closed-form achievable rate region (termed ABG region) is derived for the VLC BC. Furthermore, for a multi-light-emitting diode and multiuser VLC system, we propose an achievable rate expression for each user, and then investigate a VLC BC beamforming design problem by utilizing the obtained closed-form expression. The beamforming design problem is shown to be NP-hard, and we transform this problem into a convex semidefinite program by using the semidefinite relaxation technique. Finally, numerical results are presented to evaluate the performance of the proposed ABG lower bound/region and the beamforming design.
A role for SOX 1 in neural determination

l In vertebrates, the delineation of the neural plate from a region of the primitive ectoderm is accompanied by the onset of specific gene expression which in turn promotes the formation of the nervous system. Here we show that SOX1, an HMG-box protein related to SRY, is one of the earliest transcription factors to be expressed in ectodermal cells committed to the neural fate: the onset of expression of SOX1 appears to coincide with the induction of neural ectoderm. We demonstrate a role for SOX1 in neural determination and differentiation using an inducible expression P19 cell system as an in vitro model of neurogenesis. Misexpression of SOX1 can substitute for the requirement of retinoic acid to impart neural fate to competent ectodermal P19 cells. Using a series of antigenic markers which identify early neural cell types in combination with BrdU labeling, we demonstrate a temporal and spatial correlation between the differentiation of cell types along the dorsoventral axis of the neural tube and the downregulation of SOX1 expression. SOX1, therefore, defines the dividing neural precursors of the embryonic central nervous system (CNS).
Research April 29 , 2016 Thrombin / Coagulation Models

Despite gains in detection, stenting, and pharmacology, coronary vascular disease caused >900 000 acute myocardial infarctions and ≈1 in 6 deaths in the United States in 2010. Stroke and coronary vascular disease result in >$315 billion each year in lost productivity and medical costs. Cofactors such as smoking, high cholesterol, obesity, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and inactivity set the stage for complex thrombotic pathologies. Deep vein thrombosis/pulmonary embolism result in an additional >60 000 deaths per year in the United States. Prevailing flow conditions, vessel wall biology, and blood biology all combine to influence the progression of arterial or venous thrombosis (Table 1). In coronary vascular disease, stenotic plaque rupture exposes tissue factor (TF) and collagen to blood triggering the extrinsic pathway of coagulation (Figure 1). Platelets respond to collagen and thrombin to release ADP from dense granules and synthesize thromboxane via cyclooxygenase-1, both of which intensify platelet calcium mobilization. Relatively low subnanomolar levels of thrombin can activate platelets. Relatively high levels of >10 nmol/L thrombin are required to cleave fibrinogen to fibrin under flow although only a small fraction of prothrombin (1.4 μmol/L) is actually converted to thrombin during clotting. Although unnecessary for hemostasis, the contact pathway Thrombosis Compendium
Effect of Varying Dietary Cation-Anion Balance on Broilers Growth

The project was planed to study the effect of varying dietary cation-anoin balance on the growth performance of broilers. One hundred and twenty day-old (Hubbard) broiler chicks were purchased from a local hatchery and reared in a group for one week of age. At the start of second week, birds were randomly distributed in 12 pens (10 chicks per pen). Four isonitrogenous and isocaloric starter and finisher rations (A, B, C and D) were formulated. Ration A was without supplementations of any cation-anion dietary source but have 170 mEq/kg level of dietary cation-anion balance of the ration while other three rations (B, C and D) in starter and finisher phase have 220, 260 and 300 mEq/kg levels of dietary cation-anion balance of the ration, respectively. Performance of birds in terms of weekly weight gain, feed consumption, and feed conversion ratio (FCR) of each treatment was recorded. The results indicated that maximum weight gain (2192 g), maximum feed intake (4017 g) and better FCR were observed in the birds feeding ration having 260 mEq/kg cation-anion balance.
Rapid Damage Assessment of Buildings with VHR Optical Airborne Images in Yushu Earthquake

On April 14, 2010, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.9 hit the Yushu prefecture in the Qinghai province of China. A strategy for rapid building damage assessment using mono-temporal post-earthquake very high resolution imagery is presented. Integrating automatic and manual interpretation, the strategy ensures the reliability, timeliness and interpretability of damage assessment products. This product played an important role in post-disaster response and relief activities.
Impacts on phytoplankton biomass and productivity in the Pacific Northwest during the warm ocean conditions of 2005

Delayed onset of the spring transition and upwelling‐favorable winds in the Pacific Northwest during spring‐summer 2005 resulted in a positive temperature anomaly and a pronounced negative anomaly in surface phytoplankton biomass (chlorophyll a) and primary productivity. Compared to time periods before and after the warm water event, total biomass was reduced by ca. 50% along a hydrographic line extending seaward from Grays Harbor, WA (47° N), with a concomitant decrease of ca. 40% in surface and depth‐integrated primary productivity. Associated with these declines in biomass and productivity was a change in mean phytoplankton size, with >50% of the nearshore assemblage less than 5μm in size during the warm event, compared to <30% during more normal conditions. Unlike higher trophic levels, the phytoplankton rapidly recovered with the onset of upwelling, returning to more typical size structure, biomass, and productivity within one week of the onset of upwelling‐favorable winds.
Male mating success in an aquatically mating pinniped, the harbour seal (Phoca vitulina), assessed by microsatellite DNA markers

Similar to many other pinniped species, harbour seals (Phoca vitulina) mate exclusively at sea. Here we present the first attempt to measure male mating success in an aquatically mating pinniped. Male mating success was estimated by paternity analysis in two cohorts of pups born at Sable Island, Nova Scotia, Canada, using microsatellite DNA markers. The genotypes of 275 pups born in 1994 and 1995 were compared to those of 90 candidate males at six microsatellite loci using a likelihood approach to resolve paternity. Paternity could be assigned for two, 22, 40 and 85 pups at confidence levels of 95, 80, 65 and 50%, respectively. Most successful males were assigned the paternity of a single offspring, suggesting a low variance in male mating success relative to most pinniped species. The proportion of paternal half sibs within cohorts and between maternally related sibs estimated by maximum likelihood were not significantly different from zero. It is thus unlikely that most offspring were sired by a small number of highly successful unsampled males, and that female harbour seals do not usually exhibit fidelity to the same male in sequential breeding seasons. A low level of polygyny in Sable Island harbour seals is consistent with predictions based on their breeding ecology, as females are highly mobile and widely dispersed in the aquatic mating environment at Sable Island.
A Retention-Aware Multilevel Cell Phase Change Memory Program Evaluation Metric

Multilevel cell (MLC) phase change memory (PCM) offers many potential advantages in scalability, bit-alterability, non-volatility, and high program speed. While many program approaches had been proposed, they were usually evaluated in energy, delay, or energy-delay product (EDP). These metrics, however, often overlook the data integrity maintenance (DIM) overhead caused by the resistance drift (R-drift) phenomenon in the MLC PCM. This letter proposes a program-maintenance (PM) metric, which is a modified EDP metric with DIM consideration. Furthermore, we evaluated the PM metric of various pulse shapes in iterative program-verify scheme. From the measured data of a 128M-cell MLC PCM chip, we showed that the PM metric of optimized pulse shape is better than those of the conventional SET and RESET pulse shapes up to 86.7%.
Grin and Bear It?: Employees' Use of Surface Acting During Co‐worker Conflict

Using survey data from 459 employed individuals, the conditional indirect effects of three types of interpersonal conflict at work on strains and performance through surface acting were tested. Results indicated that task, relationship and non-task organizational conflict were positively related to depressive and physical symptoms and negatively related to performance. Task conflict had a significantly weaker association with employee outcomes than either relationship or non-task organizational conflict. Surface acting negatively related to all types of conflict, although it had a weaker association with relationship conflict than task or non-task organizational conflict. Support was found for moderated mediation relationships whereby surface acting mediated the associations between all types of conflict with depressive symptoms, as well as the association between relationship and non-task organizational conflict with physical symptoms, when conflict was infrequent. Surface acting also mediated the associations between all types of conflict and performance when conflict was frequent. Future research directions are discussed that can advance our theoretical understanding of how emotional labour and interpersonal conflict interact to affect employees, as well as further our ability to improve employee well-being and organizational functioning. Copyright © 2016 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Permanent Genetic Resources added to Molecular Ecology Resources Database 1 August 2011–30 September 2011

This article documents the addition of 299 microsatellite marker loci and nine pairs of single‐nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) EPIC primers to the Molecular Ecology Resources (MER) Database. Loci were developed for the following species: Alosa pseudoharengus, Alosa aestivalis, Aphis spiraecola, Argopecten purpuratus, Coreoleuciscus splendidus, Garra gotyla, Hippodamia convergens, Linnaea borealis, Menippe mercenaria, Menippe adina, Parus major, Pinus densiflora, Portunus trituberculatus, Procontarinia mangiferae, Rhynchophorus ferrugineus, Schizothorax richardsonii, Scophthalmus rhombus, Tetraponera aethiops, Thaumetopoea pityocampa, Tuta absoluta and Ugni molinae. These loci were cross‐tested on the following species: Barilius bendelisis, Chiromantes haematocheir, Eriocheir sinensis, Eucalyptus camaldulensis, Eucalyptus cladocalix, Eucalyptus globulus, Garra litaninsis vishwanath, Garra para lissorhynchus, Guindilla trinervis, Hemigrapsus sanguineus, Luma chequen. Guayaba, Myrceugenia colchagüensis, Myrceugenia correifolia, Myrceugenia exsucca, Parasesarma plicatum, Parus major, Portunus pelagicus, Psidium guayaba, Schizothorax richardsonii, Scophthalmus maximus, Tetraponera latifrons, Thaumetopoea bonjeani, Thaumetopoea ispartensis, Thaumetopoea libanotica, Thaumetopoea pinivora, Thaumetopoea pityocampa ena clade, Thaumetopoea solitaria, Thaumetopoea wilkinsoni and Tor putitora. This article also documents the addition of nine EPIC primer pairs for Euphaea decorata, Euphaea formosa, Euphaea ornata and Euphaea yayeyamana.
A novel method of intracranial injection via the postglenoid foramen for brain tumor mouse models.

OBJECT Mouse models have been widely used in developing therapies for human brain tumors. However, surgical techniques such as bone drilling and skin suturing to create brain tumors in adult mice are still complicated. The aim of this study was to establish a simple and accurate method for intracranial injection of cells or other materials into mice. METHODS The authors performed micro CT scans and skull dissection to assess the anatomical characteristics of the mouse postglenoid foramen. They then used xenograft and genetically engineered mouse models to evaluate a novel technique of percutaneous intracranial injection via the postglenoid foramen. They injected green fluorescent protein-labeled U87MG cells or virus-producing cells into adult mouse brains via the postglenoid foramen and identified the location of the created tumors by using bioluminescence imaging and histological analysis. RESULTS The postglenoid foramen was found to be a well-conserved anatomical structure that allows percutaneous injection into the cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, and basal cistern in mice. The mean (± SD) time for the postglenoid foramen injection technique was 88 ± 15 seconds. The incidence of in-target tumor formation in the xenograft model ranged from 80% to 100%, depending on the target site. High-grade gliomas were successfully developed by postglenoid foramen injection in the adult genetically engineered mouse using virus-mediated platelet-derived growth factor B gene transfer. There were no procedure-related complications. CONCLUSIONS The postglenoid foramen can be used as a needle entry site into the brain of the adult mouse. Postglenoid foramen injection is a less invasive, safe, precise, and rapid method of implanting cells into the adult mouse brain. This method can be applied to both orthotopic xenograft and genetically engineered mouse models and may have further applications in mice for the development of therapies for human brain tumors.