Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Beliefs, sense of control and treatment outcome in post-traumatic stress disorder

Background. Few studies have shown that maladaptive beliefs relate to treatment outcome. Method. In a randomized controlled study, 87 patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) had exposure therapy alone or cognitive restructuring alone, or both combined, or relaxation. Independent blind assessors assessed patients at pre-, mid- and post-treatment and at follow-up; at those times patients rated cognitive, behavioural and emotional aspects of their disorder. Results. Baseline beliefs about mistrust, helplessness, meaninglessness and unjustness of the world related to baseline PTSD symptoms but did not predict treatment outcome, though improvement in certain beliefs correlated with more symptom improvement. Several ‘key’ beliefs changed after, and none before, symptoms improved. At post-treatment, sense of control and attribution of gains to personal efforts predicted maintenance of gains at follow-up. Conclusions. Baseline beliefs and improvement in beliefs did not predict outcome. Post-treatment sense of control/internal attribution predicted maintenance of gains at follow-up. How much sense of control is produced by or causes improvement deserves testing.
A CLCL Resonant DC/DC Converter for Two-Stage LED Driver System

A CLCL resonant dc/dc converter has been proposed and analyzed in this paper for two-stage light-emitting diode (LED) drivers. The circuit performs zero-voltage-switching (ZVS) turn-on and quasi-zero-current-switching (ZCS) turn-off. Then, a two-stage system has been designed using a power factor correction circuit before the proposed converter. Optimum input impedance angle, dead time, and components parameters have been achieved after thoughtful design, thus obtaining good soft-switching performance and reduced voltage stress. A 100-W prototype has been realized and tested demonstrating its high feasibility and efficiency at full load and during dimming operations.
Understanding and modeling climate impacts on ecosystem dynamics with FLUXNET data and artificial intelligence

Since preindustrial era, the radiative energy balance of the earth system has been largely perturbed by anthropogenic activities such as CO2 emissions from fossil fuel burning. As a net effect, global temperature increasingly warms up and will further increase in the future if CO2 concentration in the atmosphere keeps going up. Plants sequestrate a large amount of atmospheric CO2 via photosynthesis, thus greatly mediate the global warming. In this study, we aim to model the temporal dynamics of photosynthesis for various different vegetation types and further understand controlling factors of photosynthesis machinery. Our results showed that the photosynthesis and its interactions with climate drivers, such as temperature, precipitatin, radiation, and vapor pressure deficit, has an internal system memory about 14 days. Thus, the predictive model could be best trained with historical data of the past two weeks and could best predict future temporal evolution of photosynthesis in the following two weeks. Our leave-one-out experiment also showed that temperature and solar radiation dramatically control grassland and forest photosynthesis activity.
Twisted Factorizations and qd-Type Transformations for the $\mbox{MR}^{3}$ Algorithm - New Representations and Analysis

Bidiagonal and twisted factorizations play a prominent role in the $\mbox{MR}^{3}$ algorithm for computing partial eigensystems of symmetric tridiagonal matrices. Bidiagonal factorizations of shifted symmetric tridiagonals ${\mathsf T} - \tau {\mathsf I}$ also underlie, at least implicitly, the evaluation of the Sturm count for eigenvalue computations. In this paper we propose new representations ($e$-rep, $Z$-rep) for bidiagonal and twisted factorizations relying on other quantities than the usually employed nontrivial entries of the bidiagonal factors (${\mathsf N}$-rep). We show that the qd algorithms used for shifting the factorizations, e.g. ${\mathsf L}{\mathsf D}{\mathsf L}^\ast - \tau {\mathsf I} {=\vcentcolon} {\mathsf L}^+{\mathsf D}^+({\mathsf L}^+)^\ast$, and for converting between them, can be formulated to work with these representations in a mixed stable way. In fact, the $Z$-representation achieves lower bounds for the necessary relative perturbations of the inputs and outputs than the tra.
Multisystem microstrip antenna

In the paper the designed, made and tested multisystem microstrip antenna for the cellular telephony has been presented. The task of the designed structure was to operate within the defined frequency bands with retaining geometric and electric parameters at the defined level. Particular attention was paid to small dimensions of the antenna and because of them it will be possible to integrate of it with electronic equipment. Moreover, the structure of the antenna was designed in such a way that its antenna pattern will be characterized in part by radiation attenuated to the direction of the user head. It has the fundamental effect to the user security. Terminals equipped with the antenna designed can operate in four bands simultaneously, and thanks to it a customer, depending on the needs, will be able to use a given frequency. The results of the experimental-measurement tests done confirm the possibility to design antennas of irregular radiating patches (supplied by microstrip line with the input impedance 50 Ω), which for sure can be the interesting alternative for antennas of inverted F or miniature monopole generally used today.
COST-EFFECTIVENESS OF CETUXIMAB IN COMBINATION WITH IRINOTECAN COMPARED WITH CURRENT CARE IN METASTATIC COLORECTAL CANCER AFTER FAILURE ON IRINOTECAN – A BELGIAN ANALYSIS

Abstract This analysis compared the cost-effectiveness in Belgium of cetuximab plus irinotecan with current current care in the treatment of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR)-expressing metastatic colorectal cancer (CRC) that has failed irinotecan- containing therapy. Treatment outcomes and medical resource use data for patients receiving cetuximab plus irinotecan from the BOND study were compared with those from a matched group of patients (current care) (n = 66). Two scenarios were considered in which cetuximab was discontinued either at 6 weeks or at 12 weeks if there was no tumour response at those time points. Cost-effectiveness was expressed in Euros as the additional cost per additional life year gained (LYG) (referred to as the incremental cost-effectiveness ratio (ICER)). For the 6-week rule, the ICERs were €17000 compared with current care. For the 12- week rule, the ICER was €40000 /LYG. Sensitivity analyses revealed that, in the worst case, considering all assumptions against the cetuximab combination, the maximum ICER is €30000 or €59000. In conclusion, cetuximab plus irinotecan for patients with metastatic CRC, after failure on irinotecancontaining chemotherapy, is rather cost-effective compared with current care in both scenarios tested.
Stability Analysis of Boundary and Hybrid Controllers for Indirect Energy Transfer Converters

In boost converters and other indirect energy transfer topologies, transient-oriented controllers are designed to facilitate a dynamic response that may range from minimum time up to minimum output voltage deviation. Since analytical definitions for these control laws can become quite complex, a large-signal stability verification is not immediate. This paper explores the existence of stability of indirect energy transfer converters that are controlled by either boundary or hybrid controllers and introduces a new simplified procedure for examination of large-signal stability of a given converter and load type using a graphical-analytical approach. The stability analysis and examination method are demonstrated on a boost converter loaded by resistive load and constant current load. The stability conditions are verified using a 30 W 3.3-to-12 V boost converter prototype, controlled by a programmable-deviation controller and time-optimal controller, verifying their large-signal stability.
Gender Differences in Multiple Underlying Dimensions of Health-related Quality of Life Are Associated with Sociodemographic and Socioeconomic Status

Purpose:The purpose of the study was to examine whether gender differences in summary health-related quality of life (HRQoL) are due to differences in specific dimensions of health, and whether they are explained by sociodemographic and socioeconomic (SES) variation. Methods:The National Health Measurement Study collected cross-sectional data on a national sample of 3648 black and white noninstitutionalized adults ages 35 to 89 years. Data included the Short Form 36-Item survey, which yielded separate Mental and Physical Component Summary scores (MCS and PCS, respectively), and five HRQoL indexes: Short Form 6 dimension, EuroQol 5 dimension, the Health Utilities Indexes Mark 2 and 3, and the Quality of Well-Being Scale Self-Administered form. Structural equation models were used to explore gender differences in physical, psychosocial, and pain latent dimensions of the 5 indexes, adjusting for sociodemographic and SES indicators. Observed MCS and PCS scores were examined in regression models to judge robustness of latent results. Results:Men had better estimated physical and psychosocial health and less pain than women with similar trends on the MCS and PCS scores. Adjustments for marital status or income reduced gender differences more than did other indicators. Adjusting results for partial factorial invariance of HRQoL attributes supported the presence of gender differentials, but also indicated that these differences are impacted by dimensions being related to some HRQoL attributes differently by gender. Conclusions:Men have better estimated health on 3 latent dimensions of HRQoL—physical, psychosocial, and pain—comparable to gender differences on the observed MCS and PCS scores. Gender differences are partly explained by sociodemographic and SES factors, highlighting the role of socioeconomic inequalities in perpetuating gender differences in health outcomes across multiple domains. These results also emphasize the importance of accounting for measurement invariance for meaningful comparison of group differences in estimated means of self-reported measures of health.
Model Predictive-Sliding Mode Control for Three-Phase Grid-Connected Converters

This paper focuses on the implementation of an extended model predictive-sliding mode control (EMP-SMC) for three-phase grid-connected converters (GcCs). The proposed control considers the GcC model in the dq synchronous reference frame to forecast possible future behavior of the grid current. After that, the applied voltage vector is selected so that a predefined cost function is minimized. This function is aimed to reduce the grid current ripples during steady-state operation. Compared to the conventional MPC, the proposed EMP-SMC algorithm uses 19 voltage vectors (7 real voltage vectors and 12 additional virtual voltage vectors) for the prediction process. Accordingly, lower grid current THD and lower switching losses are obtained. However, the increase of voltage vectors number will lead to higher computation time delay that may affect the control performances. To overcome this problem, the proposed control uses a sliding mode-based preselection step that limits the prediction process to only ten voltage vectors at the most and a table-based implementation process that reduces significantly the execution time of the whole control algorithm. Simulation and experimental results are presented in order to show performances and effectiveness of the proposed EMP-SMC algorithm.
From genetic to phenotypic trends

This document has two main components. Firstly, genetic and phenotypic trends are summarised for Australian pig populations and genetic trends are compared with those achieved in the Australian sheep and beef industries. Secondly, data were available from an on-farm trial to evaluate the effect of feeding a high energy diet on performance. This information may be a starting point to explore avenues to improve pig performance in Australia by matching management practices to the specific requirements of different genotypes available in the industry.
An animal cell culture: Advance technology for modern research.

At the present time animal cell culture is more significant and multifarious application tool for current research streams. A lot of field assorted from animal cell culture such: stem cell biology, IVF technology, cancer cell biology, monoclonal antibody production, recombinant protein production, gene therapy, vaccine manufacturing, novel drug selection and improvement. In this review conclude animal cell culture as well as its requirements.
Depression treatment for impoverished mothers by point-of-care providers: A randomized controlled trial.

OBJECTIVE Depression in low-income, ethnic-minority women of childbearing age is prevalent and compromises infant and child development. Yet numerous barriers prevent treatment delivery. Listening Visits (LV), an empirically supported intervention developed for delivery by British home-visiting nurses, could address this unmet mental health need. This randomized controlled trial (RCT) evaluated the effectiveness of LV delivered at a woman's usual point-of-care, including home visits or an ob-gyn office. METHOD Listening Visits were delivered to depressed pregnant women or mothers of young children by their point-of-care provider (e.g., home visitor or physician's assistant), all of whom had low levels of prior counseling experience. Three quarters of the study's participants were low-income. Of those who reported ethnicity, all identified themselves as minorities. Participants from 4 study sites (N = 66) were randomized in a 2:1 ratio, to LV or a wait-list control group (WLC). Assessments, conducted at baseline and 8 weeks, evaluated depression, quality of life, and treatment satisfaction. RESULTS Depressive severity, depressive symptoms, and quality of life significantly improved among LV recipients as compared with women receiving standard social/health services. Women valued LV as evidenced by their high attendance rates and treatment satisfaction ratings. CONCLUSIONS In a stepped model of depression care, LV can provide an accessible, acceptable, and effective first-line treatment option for at-risk women who otherwise are unlikely to receive treatment. (PsycINFO Database Record
Speech Errors as a Window on Language and Thought: A Cognitive Science Perspective

We are so used to speaking in our native language that we take this ability for granted. We think that speaking is easy and thinking is hard. From the perspective of cognitive science, this view is wrong. Utterances are complex things, and generating them is an act of linguistic creativity, in the face of the computational complexity of the task. On occasion, utterance generation goes awry and the speaker’s output is different from the planned utterance, such as a speaker who says “Fancy getting your model renosed! ” when “fancy getting your nose remodeled” was intended. With some notable exceptions (e.g. Fromkin 1971) linguists have not taken speech error data to be informative about speakers’ linguistic knowledge or mental grammars. The paper strives to put language production errors back onto the linguistic data map. If errors involve units such as phonemes, syllables, morphemes and phrases, which may be exchanged, moved around or stranded during spoken production, this shows that they are both representational and processing units. If similar units are converged upon via multiple methods (e.g. native speaker judgments, language corpora, speech error corpora, psycholinguistic experiments) those units have stronger empirical support. All other things being equal, theories of language that can account for both representation and processing are to be preferred.
Stratified Splitting for Efficient Monte Carlo Integration

The efficient evaluation of high-dimensional integrals is of importance in both theoretical and practical fields of science, such as Bayesian inference, statistical physics, and machine learning. However, due to the curse of dimensionality, deterministic numerical methods are inefficient in high-dimensional settings. Consequentially, for many practical problems one must resort to Monte Carlo estimation. In this paper, we introduce a novel Sequential Monte Carlo technique called Stratified Splitting which enjoys a number of desirable properties not found in existing methods. Specifically, the method provides unbiased estimates and can handle various integrand types including indicator functions, which are used in rare-event probability estimation problems. Moreover, this algorithm achieves a rigorous efficiency guarantee in terms of the required sample size. The results of our numerical experiments suggest that the Stratified Splitting method is capable of delivering accurate results for a wide variety of integration problems.
Expression of Rhizobium meliloti nod genes in Rhizobium and Agrobacterium backgrounds

Rhizobium meliloti nod genes are required for the infection of alfalfa. Induction of the nodC gene depends on a chemical signal from alfalfa and on nodD gene expression. By using a nodC-lacZ fusion, we have shown that the induction of the R. meliloti nodC gene and the expression of nodD occur at almost normal levels in other Rhizobium backgrounds and in Agrobacterium tumefaciens, but not in Escherichia coli. Xanthomonas campestris, or Pseudomonas savastanoi. Our results suggest that bacterial genes in addition to nodDABC are required for nod gene response to plant cells. We have found that inducing activity is present in other plant species besides alfalfa. Acetosyringone, the A. tumefaciens vir gene inducer, does not induce nodC.
MODIFICATION CAN SIGNIFICANTLY ALTER SOIL-TRANSMITTED HELMINTH ( STH ) REINFECTION FOLLOWING THERAPEUTIC DEWORMING

Five elementary (“prototypic”) schools located in five districts in central Java were selected and the children examined for helminth infections (Ascaris, Trichuris, hookworm). They were dewormed with a course of mebendazole and provided with 6-7 months of “behavioral remediation instruction” (BRI). In other (“control”) schools, children were treated with mebendazole but were not provided BRI. The objective was to determine the effectiveness of BRI in minimizing infection/reinfection following deworming. After the 6-7 month course of BRI in the prototypic schools, all the children (in both the prototypic and control schools) were re-examined for geohelminth infection. The schools in two of the five districts were omitted from further analysis because the overall prevalence of infection was low (<10%) and the infections were dominated by hookworm which are only moderately susceptible to mebendazole. Comparisons of prototypic and control schools in the other three districts provided compelling evidence that BRI was quite effective in reducing both the frequency and intensity of infection with Ascaris and Trichuris. We suggest that instructing children and adults corrects personal habits which are conducive to infection and can be an effective and safe substitute for repeated deworming, reducing the opportunity for the emergence of drug-resistant helminthes, which should prolong the time benzimidazoles may be used for treatment of geohelminth
Study on Routing Protocols for Delay Tolerant Mobile Networks

Delay tolerant mobile networks feature with intermittent connectivity, huge transmission delay, nodal mobility, and so forth. There is usually no end-to-end path in the networks and it poses great challenges for routing in DTMNs. In this paper, the architecture of DTMNs is introduced at first, including the characteristics of DTMNs, routing challenges, and metric and mobility models. And then, the state-of-the-art routing protocols for DTMNs are discussed and analyzed. Routing strategies are classified into three categories: nonknowledge-based approach, knowledge-based approach, and social-based approach. Finally, some research issues about DTMNs are presented.
Hypercoagulable States: A Review

Vascular surgeons are often asked to evaluate patients with recurrent thromboses or thromboses in unusual locations either arterial or venous. There may be obvious inciting factors, but in many of these patients the possibility of a previously undiagnosed hypercoagulable state must be considered. Hypercoagulable states can be acquired (smoking, medication, change in physiologic status as occurs with pregnancy) or congenital. Congenital hypercoagulable disorders are more prevalent in families or patients with a history of thromboembolic events early in life or multiple miscarriages and include conditions such as protein C or S deficiencies, factor V Leiden mutation, and prothrombin gene variant. This article reviews the hypercoagulable states that are encountered in clinical practice as well as guidelines for testing and goals of therapy.
Increased Intra‐QRS Fragmentation in Magnetocardiography as a Predictor of Arrhythmic Events and Mortality in Patients with Cardiac Dysfunction After Myocardial Infarction

Introduction: Increased intra‐QRS fragmentation score (FRA) in magnetocardiography (MCG) has shown association with sustained ventricular arrhythmias in post‐MI patients suggesting its relation to arrhythmia substrate. The aim of this study was to investigate whether increased FRA in MCG predicts arrhythmic events and mortality after acute myocardial infarction (MI) with cardiac dysfunction.
Ocular Immunology and Inflammation

The viral causes of anterior uveitis (AU) emerged with the use of novel molecular diagnostic tests and serologic tests adapted for small volumes (Goldmann-Witmer Coefficient). The viral causes of AU may be underestimated, and some of the presumed idiopathic AU cases will probably be proven to be of viral origin in the coming years. So far, a viral origin of AU was suspected in patients who presented with unilateral hypertensive AU. It is not clear which clinical presentations should raise a suspicion of viral etiology. There is an overlap in the clinical manifestations of AU caused by viruses and other non-viral forms of AU. A viral cause of AU should be suspected in patients with unilateral AU, exhibiting small or medium sized KPs, some form of iris atrophy, high IOP and early development of a cataract and the definitive diagnosis can be proven by aqueous humor analysis.