Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Analysis of the intraseasonal stability of field test performances in young academy soccer players

Abstract This study aimed to observe the intraseasonal stability of anthropometric, technical and functional test results in academy soccer players of different age categories. In total, 103 participants (age range: 7.7–13.4 years) by 5 age categories of the same academy were recruited for this study. Players were submitted to a field-test battery comprising 3 anthropometric measurements (body mass, stature and body mass index), 6 soccer technical tests (to assess the ability of ball control, ball control with the head, pass accuracy, shooting accuracy, dribbling and dribbling with pass) and 3 functional tests (countermovement jump with the hands on the hip, countermovement jump with free hands and 15-m linear sprint) that was administered in 4 test sessions during the same season. Though anthropometric results showed a clear increment in each age category across the season, the fluctuation of technical test results depended on age category and test session. Moreover, a significant increase in the results of functional tests was observed in most of the age categories, in particular, for the assessment of lower power limb. In conclusion, collecting repeated intraseason measurements permits the identification of players’ fluctuations of performance across the season and allows coaches to make frequent adjustments of their programmes.
ErbB-2 expression and its association with other biological parameters of breast cancer among Indian women.

OBJECTIVES Overexpression of the epidermal growth factor receptor family genes, which include ErbB-1, 2, 3 and 4, has been implicated in a number of cancers. We have studied the extent of ErbB-2 overexpression among Indian women with sporadic breast cancer. METHODS Immunohistochemistry and genomic polymerase chain reaction (PCR) were used to study the ErbB2 overexpression. ErbB2 status was correlated with other clinico-pathological parameters, including patient survival. RESULTS ErbB-2 overexpression was detected in 43.2% (159/368) of the cases by immunohistochemistry. For a sub-set of patients (n = 55) for whom total DNA was available, ErbB-2 gene amplification was detected in 25.5% (14/55) of the cases by genomic PCR. While the ErbB2 overexpression was significantly higher in patients with lymphnode (chi2 = 12.06, P < or = 0.001), larger tumor size (chi2 = 8.22, P = 0.042) and ductal carcinoma (chi2 = 15.42, P < or = 0.001), it was lower in patients with disease-free survival (chi2 = 22.13, P < or = 0.001). Survival analysis on a sub-set of patients for whom survival data were available (n = 179) revealed that ErbB-2 status (chi2 =25.94, P < or = 0.001), lymphnode status (chi2 = 12.68, P < or = 0.001), distant metastasis (chi2 = 19.49, P < or = 0.001) and stage of the disease (chi2 = 28.04, P < or = 0.001) were markers of poor prognosis. CONCLUSIONS ErbB-2 overexpression was significantly greater compared with the Western literature, but comparable to other Indian studies. Significant correlation was found between ErbB-2 status and lymphnode status, tumor size and ductal carcinoma. ErbB-2 status, lymph node status, distant metastasis and stage of the disease were found to be prognostic indicators.
Coat-hanger ache in orthostatic hypotension

Background Questionnaires administered to orthostatic hypotension (OH) patients reveal frequent occurrence of coat-hanger ache (CHA), but laboratory-based precipitation of CHA during head-up tilt (HUT) has not been investigated. This study compared the frequency and clinical aspects of CHA in the same group of OH patients during daily activities versus during HUT. Methods Retrospective IRB-approved review of prospectively collected data on 22 dysautonomic patients. Heart rate response to deep breathing, Valsalva manoeuver, HUT and thermoregulatory sweat test evaluated cardiovagal, adrenergic and sudomotor functions. Occurrence and clinical features of CHA during daily activities and during HUT were recorded. Data were analysed with descriptive statistics. Results All patients demonstrated severe adrenergic (OH), cardiovagal and sudomotor impairment. Of 22 patients, 13 (59%) reported CHA within 3–5 minutes of standing or after 10 minutes to 2 hours of sitting that was relieved within 5–20 minutes of recumbency. During HUT, 4 of 13 (18%) patients developed CHA. Clinical features varied. Conclusions CHA was reported by 59% of OH patients during daily activities and by only 18% during HUT. The clinical characteristics of CHA episodes displayed inter-individual and intra-individual variability. These findings militate against direct association between OH and CHA and suggest a complex pathophysiology.
Towards a Pan-European Information Space

When disasters occur, key factors for minimizing damages and loss of lives are access to necessary information and effective communication between emergency services. In cross-border disaster management, further challenges arise: language barriers, uneven know-how, organisational and technical differences in particular concerning communication and data or information exchange. To address those challenges, the FP7-Project EPISECC (Establish Pan-European Information Space to Enhance Security of Citizens) is working on the concept of a common information space to improve interoperability and efficiency while managing cross-border disasters. This involves researching on a common taxonomy and ontology as well as on interoperability functionalities and tools. A first step on this direction is the analysis of how disasters have been and are being managed. This paper reports on an inventory of disasters designed to consolidate such knowledge and aimed at being the basis for this information space. First gaps identified in communication/information management are also presented.
Association between bone scintigraphy features of spinal degeneration and anthropometric and demographic variables.

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Bone scintigraphy is a molecular imaging technique routinely used for the evaluation of benign and malignant bone abnormalities. This study aimed at evaluating spinal degenerative changes detected by bone scintigraphy and determining associations between image features and patients’ anthropometric and demographic variables. MATERIAL AND METHOD In a cross-sectional study, 64 men and 52 women underwent bone scintigraphy. Experts identified all image regions suggesting degenerative joint disease (DJD) and classified region intensity on a 3-point scale. Image characteristics were correlated to the patients’ body mass index (BMI), age, weight, height, activity level, and sex. Data analysis included descriptive statistics and association coefficients. RESULTS DJD was found in 53 patients (46%). In men, there was weak but statistically significant correlation between DJD and activity level, and DJD and age, but not BMI or weight. In women, only a weak, not statistically significant, linear correlation was found between DJD and BMI, and DJD and weight. CONCLUSION Molecular imaging with bone scintigraphy showed that spinal degenerations are associated with different anthropometric and demographic features in men and women. Interestingly, no association was found between DJD and increased body weight in men while a weak association may exist in women. The results prompt for additional studies to better determine the risk factors for DJD and low back pain in male and female patients. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Diagnostic study, Level II (retrospective study).
A REVIEW ON GLITCH REDUCTION TECHNIQUES

This paper presents different techniques for reducing glitch power in digital circuits. The aim of this study is to minimize glitch power as glitch power comes under dynamic power, so that power dissipation will reduce up to some extent in digital circuits. Warren Shum et.al [2011] work shows glitch power in FPGA’s varies from 4 % to 73 % of total dynamic power having an average of 22.6 %. Warren Shum et.al [2011] and J. Lamoureux et.al [2008] motivates us to reduce glitch power in digital circuits as well as FPGA’s. Different techniques are available for reducing glitch power like gate sizing, gate freezing, multiple threshold transistors, hazard filtering, balancing path delay, by reducing switching activity etc.
Comparison of Results of Voriconazole Disk Diffusion Testing for Candida Species with Results from a Central Reference Laboratory in the ARTEMIS Global Antifungal Surveillance Program

ABSTRACT The accuracy of antifungal susceptibility testing is important for reliable resistance surveillance and for the clinical management of patients with serious infections. Our primary objective was to compare the results of voriconazole disk diffusion testing of Candida spp. performed by centers participating in the ARTEMIS program with disk diffusion and MIC results obtained by the central reference laboratory. A total of 2,934 isolates of Candida spp. were tested by CLSI disk diffusion and reference broth microdilution methods in the central reference laboratory. These results were compared to the results of disk diffusion testing performed in the 54 participating centers. All tests were performed and interpreted following CLSI recommendations, as follows: susceptible (S), MIC of ≤1 μg/ml (≥17 mm); susceptible dose dependent (SDD), MIC of 2 μg/ml (14 to 16 mm); and resistant (R), MIC of ≥4 μg/ml (≤13 mm). The overall categorical agreement between participant disk diffusion test results and reference laboratory MIC results was 94.1%, with 0.1% very major errors (VME) and 3.4% major errors (ME). The categorical agreement between disk diffusion test results obtained in the reference laboratory and the MIC test results was 99.0%. Likewise, good agreement was observed between participant disk diffusion test results and reference laboratory disk diffusion test results, with an agreement of 93.8%, 0.2% VME, and 3.4% ME. The disk diffusion test was reliable for detecting those isolates of Candida spp. that were characterized as resistant (MIC of ≥4 μg/ml) by MIC testing. External quality assurance data obtained by surveillance programs such as the ARTEMIS Global Antifungal Surveillance Program ensure the generation of useful surveillance data and result in the continued improvement of antifungal susceptibility testing practices.
GM-CSF in Sickle Cell Anemia Patients with Elevated Hb F

We estimated plasma GM-CSF levels in a group of 28 steady-state sickle cell anemia (SS) patients in Kuwait, using an ELISA technique. There were 24 age-matched Hb AA controls, 14 of whom were healthy while 10 were acutely ill at the time of the study. Five SS patients were also studied during 6 episodes of painful crisis. Among the SS patients, 82.1% were homozygous for the Saudi Arabia/India (SAI) haplotype with Hb F ranging from 15 to 35% and total Hb from 8.5 to 11 g/dl. Three patients (siblings) were SAI/Benin compound heterozygotes with Hb F of 9–23% and total Hb >10 g/dl. One patient each was homozygous for the Benin or the Bantu haplotype; they had Hb F <2% and total Hb of 6.6 and 7.2 g/dl, respectively. Four (14.3%) steady-state SS patients had detectable plasma GM-CSF ranging from 75 to 1,817.6 pg/ml. These included the 2 patients with Hb F <2.0% and 2 with the SAI/Benin compound heterozygotes with Hb F of 11 and 9%, respectively. Four (66.7%) SS patients in crisis, 6 (42.9%) healthy controls and 6 (60%) acutely ill controls had detectable plasma GM-CSF. A clearcut association of GM-CSF with Hb F level or degree of anemia in steady-state SS patients could not be established. The appearance of GM-CSF in the plasma of patients in crisis and also among control subjects raises the possibility that other factors are involved in the production of this cytokine in the subjects studied.
Aging of Indian Women in India: The Experience of Older Women in Formal Care Homes

The feminization of aging is a process that has begun in India but is not occurring uniformly throughout India. Older women are more likely to be widowed, poor, and suffer vulnerability to adverse outcomes like poor health. With the changing social landscape of India, middle-income older women are increasingly opting for ‘pay and stay homes’, an emerging type of old age home in India. Majority of the 97 women residents of ‘pay and stay’ homes reported being widowed (68%), and 25% were childless. Childlessness and widowhood were important considerations in the decision to relocate to an old age home. Older women reported higher degrees of psychological closeness and contact with daughters than sons, and the overall social network size was small. High prevalence of diabetes rates among older women carries implications for potential functional disability. Strong advocacy measures for empowering older women in India should be a priority policy directive.
Microbiological contamination of imported frozen fish marketed in Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia

The present study was conducted to determine the bacterial contamination and prevalence of foodborne pathogens in imported frozen fish. A total of 450 imported fish samples [65 catfish (Pangasius pangasius), 45 mirgal (Cirrhinus mrigala), 135 tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), 50 carfoo (Cyprinus carpio), 75 Rohu (Labeo rohita), 35 milk fish (Chanos chanos) and 45 Mackerel (Rastrelliger brachysoma)] were randomly purchased from different supermarkets. The samples originated from 5 countries, namely, Thailand (n=260), India (n=75), Vietnam (n=35), Myanmar (n=35) and Bahrain (n=45). The isolation and identification were done according to standard bacteriological analytical methods. Out of total samples, 49.1% (95%CI: 44.52 to 53.72) were positive for foodborne pathogens. The highest percentage of positive bacterial contamination were from Vietnam milk fish, 65.7% (95%CI: 49.15 to 79.17), followed by Catfish from Thailand, 58.5% (95%CI: 46.34 to 69.64) and Mirgal from Thailand, 57.8% (95%CI: 4330 to 71.03). The leading bacterial contaminations and foodborne pathogens in these samples were: E. coli (18.6%), Enterococci (14.4%), Pseudomonas (14%) and Salmonella (16.8%), respectively. Correspondingly, the country with the highest odds for pathogens is Thailand, 1.0472 (95% CI: 0.8217 to 1.3347) and the fish with the highest odds for pathogens is Tilapia 0.6667 (95%CI: 0.4000 to 1.1112) followed by catfish, 1.4074 (95% CI: 0.8636 to 2.2938). In Saudi Arabia and to date, comprehensive data regarding the bacterial contamination and prevalence of foodborne pathogens in imported frozen freshwater fish are limited or not available.
Proteome analysis of silk gland proteins from the silkworm, Bombyx mori

The silk gland of Bombyx mori is an organ specialized for the synthesis and secretion of silk proteins. We report here the resolution of silk gland proteins by 2‐DE and the identification of many of those proteins. This was accomplished by dissecting the glands into several sections, with each exhibiting more than 400 protein spots by 2‐DE, of which 100 spots were excised and characterized by in‐gel digestion followed by PMF. Ninety‐three proteins were tentatively identified. These were then categorized into groups involved in silk protein secretion, transport, lipid metabolism, defense, etc. Western blotting of a 2‐DE gel using an antibody of the carotenoid binding protein confirmed the presence of this protein in the silk gland. Proteins including fibroin L‐chain and P25 were found as multiple isoforms, some of which contained differential amounts of phosphate residues as analyzed by on‐probe dephosphorylation. The current analysis contributes to our understanding of proteins expressed by the silk gland not only of the model lepidopteran B. mori, but also to proteins from other silk‐producing insects such as Philosamia cynthia ricini.
A modified vivaldi antenna with notched frequency characteristics

In this paper, a new type of vivaldi antenna, which covers 1.5∼14GHz band, is proposed. By adding Y-shaped slots on both sides of the radiation patch, the surface current of the proposed antenna is converged to the tapered slot line. Meanwhile, the impedance matching capability of the proposed antenna is improved because of the extension of the surface current path. The proposed antenna provides 161% fractional bandwidth from 1.5GHz to 14GHz, with the gain has a maximum increase of 2dB at low frequency band compared with the original antenna. And the combination of the CSRR and Y-shaped structures improves the notched frequency characteristics of the proposed antenna, achieving an isolation in the WLAN frequency band (5.125 ∼ 5.825 GHz). At last, the test result of the fabricated antenna demonstrates the reliability of the design.
Effect of Neuraminidase on Receptor-mediated Adherence of Streptococcus pneumoniae to Chinchilla Tracheal Epithelium

The trachea whole organ perfusion technique was used to study the effect of the disruption of the Streptococcus pneumoniae neuraminidase nanA gene on bacterial adherence and alteration of the carbohydrate surface structures of respiratory epithelial cells. Six different lectin probes were used to examine alterations of the cell surface carbohydrates in chinchilla tracheal epithelium incubated in vitro with S. pneumoniae j NA1, a neuraminidase-deficient mutant, or its D39 parent strain. The labeling pattern revealed that the binding of wheat germ agglutinin (WGA), Erythrina cristagalli lectin (ECL), peanut agglutinin (PNA), Bandeiraea simplicifolia lectin II (BSL II) and succinylated WGA was significantly increased in the luminal surface of the trachea in the D39-incubated cohort compared with the uninfected control, which indicated that GlcNAc and D-galactose residues were exposed. Concurrently, decreased labeling with Sambucus nigra agglutinin (SNA) indicated that there were few sialic acid residues remaining in the tracheal epithelium subsequent to incubation with D39. The j NA1 neuraminidase-deficient mutant, however, did not induce any significant changes in the lectin labeling patterns, which were comparable to those of the control cohort. Moreover, adherence data expressed as colony-forming units (CFU) of S. pneumoniae per millimeter of trachea indicated a significant decline in the ability of j NA1 to adhere in vitro . We propose that products of the nanA gene have a significant impact on changes in the carbohydrate moieties in the tracheal epithelium, and may be responsible for the previously reported increased ability of the D39 parent to colonize the nasopharynx and invade the middle ear.
Effectiveness of Therapeutic Attachment Camps for Improving Behavior in Children with Reactive Attachment Disorder

Background : Early childhood attachment disruption manifests in disruptive, oppositional behavior and reduced ability for trusting intimate relationships. Chronic emotional disorder negatively affects the entire family system, making treatment difficult. Objective : The goal of the study was to assess a family therapeutic treatment program for children with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) conducted through an intensive, one-week camp. Methods : Therapeutic camps included training for caregivers, support for siblings, behavioral interventions for children with RAD, and family therapy exercises. Camps were conducted across North America. Standardized behavioral health rating scales were used to evaluate outcomes. Results : Therapeutic Attachment Camp effectively reduced disruptive behaviors within a one week period and improved family mental health scores. Pretest to post-test scores on the Randolph Attachment Disorder Questionnaire showed significant change in a clinically positive direction. Behaviors specifically associated with attachment and conscience development improved, such as showing remorse or guilt, self-control, telling the truth and accepting parental direction. Child anxiety was observed to be less based on self-rating on the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory. Parent anxiety was significantly reduced based on the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory. Statistical effects were moderate to large. Conclusion : Results suggested that a treatment program addressing the needs of the entire family and combining attachment exercises with psychoeducation and structured parenting practice can be effective within a short time frame. Findings have implications for community and family mental health, and for developing culturally relevant treatments that integrate disciplines.
When Dementia is in the House: Needs Assessment Survey for Young Caregivers

Abstract: Objective: To learn more about the needs and experiences of young carers for patients of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in order to create a relevant support website for young caregivers to dementia patients. Methods: Two focus groups were held with a total of fourteen young carers aged 11-18. The data corpus was collected through a semi-structured interview facilitated by a medical journalist who had prior experience as a caregiver to a patient with FTD. The transcripts were narrowed to a dataset for descriptive analysis using a coding scheme to reveal the main themes of their responses. Results: Seven overlapping theme areas were: emotional impact of living with a parent with FTD, caregiving, coping, symptoms, diagnosis, relationships, and support. Based on the participants' responses, a website was launched providing supportive information and counsel for young carers. Conclusion: Young carers saw the experience of caring for a parent with early-onset dementia as positive overall, but identified opportunities for professionals to assist them in overcoming stigma and the challenge of balancing childhood and adolescent development within this context.
UHF-band planar antenna with circular polarization for RFID application

This paper presents characterizations of a UHF-band planar antenna with circular polarization for radio-frequency identification (RFID) application. This RFID antenna is constructed with two-sided structure. It is fed by a 50-Ω subminiature version A (SMA) connector with the patch size of 12.9 × 12.9 cm2. Experiment results demonstrate that the patch antenna has a suitable operating frequency around 925 MHz in UHF band for RFID application. In addition, it provides circular radiation patterns. The 925-MHz patch antenna has been successfully characterized. From the measured results, it found that this patch antenna is well suitable for RFID applications.
Can Playing Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games (MMORPGs) Help Older Adults?

Gerontology researchers have demonstrated that social interaction has profound impacts on the psychological wellbeing of older adults. This paper addresses the question of whether and how playing Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs) help older adults. We analyzed the relationships of older adultsâ social interactions in Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs) to three social-psychological factors (i.e., loneliness, depression and social support). A total of 176 web surveys were usable from the 222 respondents aged 55 years or more who played World of Warcraft and were recruited online to complete the survey. It was found that enjoyment of relationships and quality of guild play had strong impacts on older adultsâ social and emotional wellbeing. Specifically, higher enjoyment of relationships was related to higher social support as well as lower levels of loneliness. Higher quality of guild play was related to higher levels of social support and lower levels of loneliness and depression.