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Investigation of Consumers’ Emotional Response towards Islamic Design Patterns

When it comes to buy a product, emotion plays a key role in making decision. Designers tend to stimulate desired emotions through design to push consumers to buy specific products more than others. Emotional responses of individuals are related to their culture. Therefore, many companies apply cultural features into their products to attract customers. Cultural features are elements that represents a specific culture. They can be divided into two kinds of features: visual and non-visual. Design patterns are considered one of visual cultural features. In this paper, we concentrate on studying Islamic design patterns and exploring consumers’ emotional responses towards different kinds of Islamic design patterns. This paper fill the gap in the area of emotional measurement of cultural elements. This can help designers to develop designs that use the more emotional patterns. It also can help companies in marketing products in a more competing world.
In-cylinder Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy

We have adapted a standard Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometer (Thermo-Scientific Nexus 670) for in-cylinder measurements of gas spectra. During engine operation, the engine shaft encoder signal is logged continuously along with the FTIR's He–Ne laser signal and infrared interferogram signal. The engine piston and FTIR mirror move in an uncorrelated fashion, so that after many minutes of engine operation, a complete interferogram is populated at each piston position. Afterward, the data are compiled into a series of spectra versus crank-angle degree. Here, we present a near-infrared H2O thermal emission spectrum measured through a fiber-optic spark plug connected to an engine (Briggs 128603-OHV).
Hepato-Protective Effects of Delta-Tocotrienol and Alpha-Tocopherol in Patients with Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Regulation of Circulating MicroRNA Expression

MicroRNAs (miRNAs) play a key role in the regulation of genes for normal metabolism in the liver. Dysregulation of miRNAs is involved in the development and progression of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). We aimed to explore changes in circulating miRNA expression in response to delta-tocotrienol (δT3) and alpha-tocopherol (αTF) supplementation and correlate them with relevant biochemical markers in patients with NAFLD. In total, 100 patients with NAFLD were randomized to either receive δT3 (n = 50) 300 mg or αTF (n = 50) 268 mg twice/day for 48 weeks. Plasma expression of miRNA-122, -21, -103a-2, -421, -375 and -34a were determined at baseline, 24 and 48 weeks of intervention using RT-qPCR. Both δT3 and αTF significantly downregulated expression of miRNA-122, -21, -103a-2, -421, -375 and -34a. Moreover, δT3 was more effective than αTF in reducing expression of miRNA-375 and -34a. A significant correlation was observed between miRNA expression and biochemical markers of hepatic steatosis, insulin resistance (IR), oxidative stress (OS), inflammation and apoptosis. δT3 and αTF exert hepato-protective effects by downregulating miRNAs involved in hepatic steatosis, IR, OS, inflammation and apoptosis in patients with NAFLD. Furthermore, δT3 has more pronounced effects than αTF in reducing miR-375 and miR-34a, which are linked to regulation of inflammation and apoptosis.
The genome sequence of the Kent black arches, Meganola albula (Denis & Schiffermüller, 1775)

We present a genome assembly from an individual male Meganola albula (the Kent black arches; Arthropoda; Insecta; Lepidoptera; Nolidae). The genome sequence is 405 megabases in span. Most of the assembly (99.95%) is scaffolded into 30 chromosomal pseudomolecules with the Z sex chromosome assembled. The mitochondrial genome has also been assembled and is 15.4 kilobases in length.
A characterization of subspaces of _{} for which () is an -ideal in ()

Given a subspace X of lp, 1 < p < oo, the compact operators on X are an M-ideal in the bounded linear operators on X if and only if X has the compact approximation property. 0. Introduction. Recently Harmand and Lima [7] proved that if A" is a Banach space for which K(X), the space of compact operators on X, is an M-ideal in L(X), the space of bounded linear operators on X, then there is a net {7a} in K(X) so that: (i) Ta -» 7 strongly, '(ii)||7a||^lforalla, (iii) T* -* I strongly, (iv) lim.H/r„|| = l. The main result of this paper is a strong converse to the Harmand-Lima theorem for subspaces of lp, 1 < p < oo. In Theorem 6 we show that if X is a subspace of (LXn)p (dim A'„<oo;l</'<oo) which has the compact approximation property, then K(X) is an M-ideal in L( X). Part of the proof consists in showing that such an X satisfies conditions (i)-(iv) in the Harmand-Lima theorem. This result (which is simple given the state-of-the-art in Banach space theory) is proved for general reflexive spaces in §2. §3 is devoted to proving the converse of the Harmand-Lima theorem for subspaces of (LXn)p. Here we use blocking methods which have been previously used in the study of isomorphic, rather than isometric, properties of lp and a few other spaces. 1. Notation and preliminaries. If X and Y are Banach spaces, L(X, Y) (resp. K(X, Y)) will denote the space of all bounded linear operators (resp. compact linear operators) from X to Y. If X = Y then we simply write L(X) (resp. K(X)). Ball(X) will denote the closed unit ball of X. Received by the editors April 2, 1984. 1980 Mathematics Subject Classification. Primary 46A32, 47B05; Secondary 47B05, 41A50.
A triclinic phase of relaxor La-modified Pb(Zr0.65Ti0.35)O3 and its structure at 40 K by high-resolution neutron diffraction

The phase transitions and structure of 7% La-modified Pb(Zr0.65Ti0.35)O3 (PLZT 7/65/35) at 40 K were investigated using high-resolution powder diffraction. The high-resolution data suggest the existence of an alternate phase, which is not expected from the widely accepted phase diagram. By structural analysis and Rietveld refinement, the space group of this phase was determined to be F1 (the standard setting is P1 by adding face-centered generators), rather than the expected R3c or the reported Cm phase. The unit cell of this phase is deduced by doubling the primitive cubic cell along three main axes, cell parameters area a=8.14546(13) A, b=8.18539(15) A, c=8.16785(11) A, and interaxial angles are α=90.1925(24)°, β=89.8785(26)°, and γ=90.1564(34)°. The tilting system of oxygen octahedra is ābc instead of āāā in the R3c phase. The cation displacements and polarization are described in detail. The polarization direction was found to be along 〈112〉, not the main axes. The phase relationship and domain morp.
Spline algorithms for continuum functions

Spline algorithms are described for solving the radial equation for continuum states. The Galerkin method leads to a generalized eigenvalue problem for which the eigenvalue is known so that inverse iteration can be used to determine the eigenvector. Three cases are considered: the equation whose solution is sin κr, the Coulomb problem, and the hydrogen scattering problem. Plots are presented for the first two cases that show the dependence of the error in the phase shift on spline parameters and execution time. The results for the scattering problem are compared with earlier values.
Optimal measurement selection for piezoelectric material tensor identification

In this article, we deal with the problem of identifying piezoelectric material parameters from indirect measurements of arbitrarily shaped probes. For this purpose, it is essential to choose the measurement points–i.e., the frequencies where the electrical impedance (and mechanical displacement) data are taken–in an optimal way to maintain reliability on one hand and minimize computational effort on the other hand. For achieving this aim, we develop a method based on ideas from optimum experiment design: considering cost functions derived from the variance–covariance matrix of the inverse problem, we combine optimal weighting of data points with shifting measurements to optimal positions. Numerical tests illustrate applicability of the proposed methodology.
Endovascular treatment for ischemic stroke patients with and without atrial fibrillation, and the effects of adjunctive pharmacotherapy: a narrative review

ABSTRACT Introduction Endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) is associated with good clinical outcomes in patients with ischemic stroke, but the impact of EVT on clinical outcomes in patients with ischemic stroke with and without atrial fibrillation (AF), and the effect of adjunctive pharmacological therapies with EVT, remains unclear. Areas covered The goal of this narrative review is to provide an overview of studies which have examined: 1) associations between EVT and outcomes for patients following ischemic stroke, 2) associations between EVT and outcomes for patients following ischemic stroke with and without AF , including function, reperfusion, hemorrhage, and mortality, 3) the effect of adjunctive pharmacological therapies peri- and post-thrombectomy, and 4) integration of prehospital care on endovascular treatment outcomes. Expert opinion There is little evidence from randomized controlled trials on the effect of AF on stroke outcomes following EVT and the safety and efficacy of AF treatment in the peri-EVT such as tirofiban or Intravenous thrombolysis with Non-vitamin K Antagonist Oral Anticoagulant. The available evidence from observational studies on AF and EVT outcomes is inconsistent, but factors such as procedural EVT devices, the center volume, clinician experience, stroke recognition, and inclusion criteria of studies have all been associated with poorer clinical outcomes. Enhancing the clinical network among prehospital and hospitals will facilitate direct transfer to EVT centers, reducing stroke onset to EVT time and optimizing stroke outcomes.
Paeniglutamicibacter quisquiliarum sp. nov., isolated from midden soil waste.

A Gram-stain-positive, irregular short-rod and non-motile bacterium, designated strain ABSL32-1T, was isolated from a soil sample collected from the Suphan Buri municipal solid waste disposal area. According to the results of a polyphasic taxonomic study, a novel species belonging to the genus Paeniglutamicibacter was described. Strain ABSL32-1T grew optimally at 20-25 °C and at pH 6.0-8.0 in the presence of 1 % (w/v) NaCl. The whole-cell sugars were ribose, mannose and glucose. The peptidoglycan structure contained A4α peptidoglycan (Lys-Glu; A11.54). The polar lipids contained digalactosyldiacylglycerol, diphosphatidylglycerol, phosphatidylglycerol, unidentified phospholipids and two unidentified lipids. The major menaquinones were MK-9 and MK-10. The major cellular fatty acid was anteiso-C15 : 0 (70.1 %). Based on 16S rRNA gene sequence analysis, strain ABSL32-1T showed the highest similarity to Paeniglutamicibacter sulfureus DSM 20167T (99.5 %), followed by Paeniglutamicibacter antarcticus SPC26T (99.0 %) and Paeniglutamicibacter psychrophenolicus AG31T (98.8 %). The genome of strain ABSL32-1T is 4.4 Mbp with a DNA G+C content of 66.0 mol%. The average nucleotide identity values between strain ABSL32-1T and the type strains P. sulfureus DSM20167T, P. antarcticus SPC26T and P. psychrophenolicus AG31T were 86.6, 74.7 and 83.6 %, respectively. On the basis of phenotypic, chemotaxonomic and genotypic properties, strain ABSL32-1T is proposed to represent a novel species to be named Paeniglutamicibacter quisquiliarum sp. nov. The type strain is ABSL32-1T (=TBRC 14976T=NBRC 115252T).
Adaptive Tracking Control for Nonlinear Systems with a Class of Input Nonlinearities

An adaptive tracking control approach is presented for nonlinear systems with a class of input nonlinearities. A generalized model has been developed for a class of non‐smooth nonlinearities that include dead‐zone, backlash and ‘backlash‐like’ hysteresis. By using the developed model and Nussbaum‐gain technique, the problem of input nonlinearity is solved perfectly. The proposed method is available even when the designer is uncertain about the type of input nonlinearities mentioned above, and the knowledge on the bounds of these nonlinearity parameters is not required. Furthermore, it is proved that all closed‐loop signals are bounded and the tracking error converges to a small residual set asymptotically. Two simulation examples are provided to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed method.
A compact SQUID-detected magnetic resonance imaging system under microtesla field in a magnetically unshielded environment

In this study, we present a compact and sensitive SQUID-detected nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer and imager (NMR/MRI) using flux coupling in microtesla fields. The pre-polarization coil, measuring coil, pulsed coil, and gradient coils were set up inside a three-layer aluminum box while the SQUID-detector was shielded with a high-Tc superconducting vessel. A compensation field was applied to improve the field homogeneity in magnetically unshielded environments. The spin precession of protons was inductively coupled to the SQUID magnetometer via a resonant flux transformer. We obtained a signal-to-noise ratio of 120 in one measurement, a spectral resolution better than 1 Hz, and a spatial resolution of 1.3 mm in the images.
Sensitivity of optical mass sensor enhanced by optomechanical coupling

Optical mass sensors based on cavity optomechanics employ radiation pressure force to drive mechanical resonator whose mechanical susceptibility can be described by nonlinear optical transmission spectrum. In this paper, we present an optical mass sensor based on a two-cavity optomechanical system where the mechanical damping rate can be decreased by adjusting a pump power so that the mass sensitivity which depends on the mechanical quality factor has been enhanced greatly. Compared with that of an optical mass sensor based on single-cavity optomechanics, the mass sensitivity of the optical mass sensor is improved by three orders of magnitude. This is an approach to enhance the mass sensitivity by means of optomechanical coupling, which is suitable for all mass sensor based on cavity optomechanics. Finally, we illustrate the accurate measurement for the mass of a few chromosomes, which can be achieved based on the current experimental conditions.
Collagen inhibits phagocytosis of amyloid in vitro and in vivo and may act as a ‘don’t eat me’ signal

Abstract Background Systemic amyloidosis refers to a group of protein misfolding disorders characterized by the extracellular deposition of amyloid fibrils in organs and tissues. For reasons heretofore unknown, amyloid deposits are not recognized by the immune system, and progressive deposition leads to organ dysfunction. Methods In vitro and in vivo phagocytosis assays were performed to elucidate the impact of collagen and other amyloid associated proteins (eg serum amyloid p component and apolipoprotein E) had on amyloid phagocytosis. Immunohistochemical and histopathological staining regimens were employed to analyze collagen-amyloid interactions and immune responses. Results Histological analysis of amyloid-laden tissue indicated that collagen is intimately associated with amyloid deposits. We report that collagen inhibits phagocytosis of amyloid fibrils by macrophages. Treatment of 15 patient-derived amyloid extracts with collagenase significantly enhanced amyloid phagocytosis. Preclinical mouse studies indicated that collagenase treatment of amyloid extracts significantly enhanced clearance as compared to controls, coincident with increased immune cell infiltration of the subcutaneous amyloid lesion. Conclusions These data suggest that amyloid-associated collagen serves as a ‘don’t eat me’ signal, thereby hindering clearance of amyloid. Targeted degradation of amyloid-associated collagen could result in innate immune cell recognition and clearance of pathologic amyloid deposits.
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Trust-3DM: Trustworthiness-Based Data-Driven Decision-Making Framework Using Smart Edge Computing for Continuous Sensing

Mobile Edge Computing (MEC) has been proposed as an efficient solution for Mobile crowdsensing (MCS). It allows the parallel collection and processing of data in real time in response to a requested task. A sensing task can be one-time or continuous, with multiple readings collected over time. Integrating MEC and continuous sensing in MCS is challenging due to many factors, including workers’ mobility, edge node placement, task location, Reputation, and data quality. In addition, guarantying cooperative communication in the presence of Anomalous data while maintaining a high quality of service (QoS) is a fundamental issue in continuous sensing. A stability-based edge node selection and anomaly detection-based decision-making framework for worker recruitment in continuous sensing is proposed to address these challenges. It can a) Select the most stable edge nodes in the area of interest (AoI), b) Dynamically cluster the workers according to their movement in the AoI, c) Locally detect and eliminate anomalies within the sensing data, and d) Adopt a feedback mechanism that ensures the cooperation between the edge nodes to eliminate untrustworthy workers in the whole sensing period and future tasks. A real-life dataset is used to evaluate the efficiency of the proposed framework. Results show that the framework outperforms the baselines by achieving higher QoS while introducing lower delay, energy consumption, and less resource consumption.
The Therapeutic Potential and Clinical Significance of Exosomes as Carriers of Drug Delivery System

Drug delivery system (DDS) realizes the drug delivery process through the drug carrier. As an important part of DDS, the selection of the drug carrier material is extremely critical, which requires the carrier material to possess excellent biocompatibility and targeting and not affect the pharmacological action of the drug. As one of the endogenous extracellular vesicles, exosomes are 30–100 nm in diameter, which are considered a new generation of a natural nanoscale delivery system. Exosomes secreted by different types of cells carry signaling molecules (such as proteins and nucleic acid) playing an important role in cell behaviors. Owing to their ability to specialize in intercellular communication, exosomes provide a distinctive method to deliver therapeutic drugs to target cells. In this concept, exosomes as the natural liposomes carry endogenous biomolecules, have excellent biocompatibility, and could be loaded with cargo both in vivo and in vitro. In addition, modifications by genetic and/or chemical engineering to part of the exosome surface or complement the desired natural effect may enhance the targeting with drug loading capability. Notably, exosomes weakly react with serum proteins prolonging cargo half-life. Overall, exosomes as natural carriers integrate the superiority of synthetic nanocarriers and cellular communication while precluding their limitations, which provides novel and reliable methods for drug delivery and treatment. Our review focuses on the therapeutic potentials and clinical values of exosomes as a carrier of drug delivery system in multiple diseases, including cancer, nervous, immune, and skeletal system diseases.
Hole spin quantum beats in quantum-well structures

We report experimental and theoretical investigations of the quantized hole states in a magnetic field. We observe spin quantum beats in the time-resolved photoluminescence of N-modulation-doped GaAs/AxGa12xAs quantum wells in a magnetic field perpendicular to the growth direction. The measurement of these quantum beats, which originate from the Larmor precession of heavy-hole spins, yields the accurate determination of the
Design and control of a new electrostrictive polymer based continuum actuator for endoscopic robot

Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) consists of the insertion of a flexible endoscope into the patient body through natural orifices. Over the past few decades, the growing interest in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) has paved the way for ubiquitous miniaturized integrated sensors and actuators in medical endoscopy. Nowadays, recent advances in materials have opened a promising way to fulfill the surgical requirements and size constraint for the development of smart continuum structures. Among smart materials, electroactive polymers (EAPs) exhibit exceptionally large, fast, repeatable, and reversible motions while perfectly meeting the requirements of micro-integration. However the high applied voltage required for the actuation is not compatible with in vivo medical application. To overcome these issues, a multilayered concept has been proposed. In this work a relaxor ferroelectric electrostrictive polymer is studied for its large electromechanical strain. A wide range of parameters involved in the active material has led us to the development of a finite element model on Abaqus to guide the experimental development. Then, to control this smart endoscopic robot a kinematic and a dynamic models have been built. To test and validate these models a Co-simulation procedure has been developed. This procedure coupled Abaqus and Matlab-Simulink allowing testing proposed control algorithms.
Non-conforming hybrid meshes for efficient 2-D wave propagation using the Discontinuous Galerkin Method

SUMMARY We present a Discontinuous Galerkin finite element method using a high-order time integration technique for seismic wave propagation modelling on non-conforming hybrid meshes in two space dimensions. The scheme can be formulated to achieve the same approximation order in space and time and avoids numerical artefacts due to non-conforming mesh transitions or the change of the element type. A point-wise Gaussian integration along partially overlapping edges of adjacent elements is used to preserve the schemes accuracy while providing a higher flexibility in the problem-adapted mesh generation process. We describe the domain decomposition strategy of the parallel implementation and validate the performance of the new scheme by numerical convergence test and experiments with comparisons to independent reference solutions. The advantage of non-conforming hybrid meshes is the possibility to choose the mesh spacing proportional to the seismic velocity structure, which allows for simple refinement or coarsening methods even for regular quadrilateral meshes. For particular problems of strong material contrasts and geometrically thin structures, the scheme reduces the computational cost in the sense of memory and run-time requirements. The presented results promise to achieve a similar behaviour for an extension to three space dimensions where the coupling of tetrahedral and hexahedral elements necessitates non-conforming mesh transitions to avoid linking elements in form of pyramids.