Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Colorectal Cancer Metastases In The Reproductive Tract – A Systematic Review

BACKGROUND: Colorectal cancer metastases are common and usually affect the liver, lungs, peritoneum or bone. However, unusual cases of metastatic disease within the reproductive tracts of both male and female patients have been described. This review aims to collate and summarise the available data to aid clinical decision making and patient counselling. METHODS: Pubmed, MEDLINE and the Cochrane databases were searched from inception till November 2020 for case reports and cases series describing original data on colorectal cancer metastases within the reproductive tract. RESULTS: 29,216 results were filtered down to 89 studies for inclusion. 43 and 46 related to the male and female reproductive tracts respectively, with individual patient outcomes reported for 48 males and 461 females. Genital metastases were associated more with rectal cancers whilst ovarian and testicular tumours more commonly derived from colonic primaries. Treatment was with curative intent for the minority of male patients (32%) with an associated poor prognosis (4% 5-year overall survival). Female reproductive tract metastases with ovarian lesions in particular were more likely to receive curative intent treatment (63%) and superior long-term survival (17% 5-year overall survival)CONCLUSIONS: Reproductive system colorectal cancer metastases are rare with limited cases reported. They are associated with advanced primary tumours and disseminated disease with an associated poor prognosis.
The Relationship between Sextortion during COVID-19 and Pre-pandemic Intimate Partner Violence: A Large Study of Victimization among Diverse U.S Men and Women

ABSTRACT In a large and diverse sample of U. S. adults, we assessed participants’ experience with pre-COVID in-person intimate partner violence (IPV) victimization and with sextortion victimization during COVID to better understand the relationship between these phenomena. Experiencing sexual IPV pre-COVID increased the likelihood that men and women would experience sextortion during COVID. Men, Black and Native women, LGBTQ individuals, and emerging adults more often experienced sextortion during COVID than other groups. Implications for research on technology-facilitated sexual violence and practice with survivors are explored.
social welfare advice and health among young people: a scoping review

ABSTRACT Social determinants of mental and physical health that influence young peoples’ trajectories into adulthood are often remediable through law. To address inequalities, including those exacerbated since the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a need to better understand young people’s need for and uptake of advice for social welfare legal problems. This scoping review aimed to review available evidence and identify gaps to inform further research. To identify studies relevant to social welfare legal advice among young adults we conducted searches of eight bibliographic databases (compiled between January 1998 and June 2020), hand searches of included article reference lists and targeted grey literature searches. 35 peer reviewed and grey literature studies were selected based on inclusion and exclusion criteria including evaluations of interventions to promote access to advice, general population surveys, observational studies, and audits of charity data or targeted surveys. Evidence suggests considerable and inequitable need for social welfare legal advice among young adults with adverse consequences for health and wellbeing. Needs among higher risk groups are likely underestimated. Evidence for interventions to enhance access/uptake of advice is limited and methodologically weak. We identify several gaps in the literature to inform research and to enable systematic reviews around more specific questions to inform practice.
From Intention to Input: Motor Cognition, Motor Performance, and the Control of Technology:

Fundamental knowledge of motor cognition is an important component in a human factors repertoire, and this chapter serves as a guide to the history, theory, and application of motor cognition research. "From intention to input" captures the scope of this chapter in that cognitive theories of motor control, neural control of movement, and the effects of feedback on movement are all discussed. The chapter progresses from an overview and history of motor cognition theories down to the neural basis for movement, then to an application of these theories via the study of specific actions. From there, rooted in the scientist-practitioner paradigm of human factors, the chapter covers applied considerations for designing control tasks and their associated inputs, taking into account individual differences in motor cognition and control and identifying critical issues in designing for input. General, applied guidelines are provided for use with current and future systems that have a motor cognition component. Keywords: Driver distraction; Language: en
Evaluation of surface soil moisture models over heterogeneous agricultural plots using L-band SAR observations

Abstract The goal of this study is to evaluate the efficiency of surface soil moisture models based on L-band SAR data at two different crop stages in typical Indian agricultural plots. Agricultural fields examined include paddy, tomato, sugarcane, at two distinct crop stages, and a reference fallow field. Among the evaluated models, X-Bragg model underestimates soil moisture in all agricultural fields, whereas the Oh 2004 model fits into three agricultural plots for two crop stages without any necessity of auxiliary field information. All models underperformed in the case of sugarcane at the grand growth stage. Although WCM gave best result, it came at the cost of field data utilized to calibrate model parameters. Overall, the Oh 2004 model outperforms other models across crop types and growth stages. To the best of our knowledge, this is the only study that deals with soil moisture estimations at the plot scale across different crops.
Surgical Site Infection Wound Bundles Should Become Routine in Colorectal Surgery: A Meta-Analysis

Background: Surgical Site Infections (SSI) are a major source of post-operative complications and potentially affect oncological outcomes. Reducing SSI is multi-factorial, best served by the additive affect of individual wound bundle elements. With changing strategies and novel innovations ongoing meta-analyses are needed to inform current practice. This study undertook a meta-analysis of existing wound bundles impact on SSI in colorectal surgery. Methods: A PROSPERO-registered (ID: CRD42018104923) meta-analysis following Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines and using databases PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science, from January 2008 to July 2018, was undertaken. Articles scoring ≥ 17 using Methodological Index for non-randomised Studies (MINORS) criteria were included. Results: 5,104 articles were reviewed, and 27 studies met inclusion criteria with a total cohort of 23851 patients. Wound bundles significantly decreased SSI rates from 17.5% to 9.7%. Sub-analysis identified greatest impact on superficial SSI (risk reduction of 54%; p<0.00001) and organ-space infections (risk reduction 42%; p=0.0006). Wound bundles also significantly reduced hospital length of stay (MD = −0.79; p<0.00001). Conclusions: Colorectal wound bundles significantly reduce the risk of SSI and length of hospital stay. They should become routine in colorectal surgery. Future work encompasses the need for standardisation of wound complications, standardised follow-up of patients and internationally agreed research definitions.
Enterprise and Development: The Role of Social Networks

The advertising landscape has undergone significant changes in recent years, as consumers spend more time online and less with traditional advertising. As a result, some advertisers are evolving to a culture of convergence where the traditional methods of work must adapt to the new reality of interactive and emerging media. The purpose of this article to show how agencies and companies are finding new ways to connect with consumers and build their brand. The increase in emerging media has led to a cultural change towards a "digital culture", which is also known as a "convergence culture. " During this time, consumers have changed their choices by redefining their relationship with the media, reducing the time dedicated to the traditional ones and increasing the use of online media. The advertising industry, largely governed by the old systems, continues to struggle with the challenges of this digital world. They say new communications systems that are based on the interest that the user turns to new media such as social media network.
High Resolution Visual Pipe Characterization System Using an Omnidirectional Camera

Machine vision techniques are applied in a wide variety of industries around the world for quality inspection of the products. One area that is getting a significant amount of attention is pipelines. Pipe manufacturers strive to do fast and reliable quality control. Furthermore, pipeline users are justly concerned about the sustainability of their aging infrastructure. Timely pro-active inspection is, therefore, paramount in balancing maintenance cost over time. Omnidirectional imaging systems are gaining world-wide attention due to their cost effectiveness, fast calibration, and size factor. However, due to their high distortion, they are rarely used for pipe inspection applications. This research attempts to provide a comprehensive and cost-effective solution for the characterization of the inner surface of a pipe using omnidirectional sensors. This solution includes detection, classification, and position-referencing of the visual surface defects, and finally reconstructing of the interior surface of the pipe in 3D. First, a comprehensive study on the optimal spatial resolution of omnidirectional
Factors Affecting Satisfaction on Online Education on Students Digital Teaching Page in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Student satisfaction is of utmost importance to universities. Understanding that problem, factors affecting the satisfaction of online education on the digital teaching page of students in Ho Chi Minh City were studied to give suggestions to universities to improve the satisfaction of online education. satisfaction as well as the quality of online teaching. From the theoretical basis and research model of the available studies, we have adjusted and come up with our formal research model. The research methods are qualitative and quantitative methods. The questionnaire was processed by SPSS with techniques to evaluate the reliability of the scale through Cronbach Alpha coefficient, EFA factor analysis to identify groups of variables to include in multiple regression analysis. The results showed that there are two groups of variables affecting student satisfaction arranged in descending order: Lecturer and Interaction, Course overview. An overview of studies in the world shows research on factors affecting online learning. Studies in the world conducted from 1989 to the present have changed a lot in terms of research contents and methods with many different angles in many countries. Meanwhile, in Vietnam, studies on this issue have only been carried out in recent years, mainly in the direction of assessing the impact of factors on learning outcomes without any comprehensive research. assess the factors affecting student satisfaction, propose measures suitable to the current context to overcome, and have a better overview of the problem. Therefore, this study was conducted to fill in this research gap.
A Privacy-Preserving Mobile Crowdsensing Scheme Based on Blockchain and Trusted Execution Environment

SUMMARY A mobile crowdsensing system (MCS) utilizes a crowd of users to collect large-scale data using their mobile devices e ﬃ ciently. The collected data are usually linked with sensitive information, raising the concerns of user privacy leakage. To date, many approaches have been proposed to protect the users’ privacy, with the majority relying on a centralized structure, which poses though attack and intrusion vulnerability. Some studies build a distributed platform exploiting a blockchain-type so-lution, which still requires a fully trusted third party (TTP) to manage a reliable reward distribution in the MCS. Spurred by the deﬁciencies of current methods, we propose a distributed user privacy protection structure that combines blockchain and a trusted execution environment (TEE). The proposed architecture successfully manages the users’ privacy protection and an accurate reward distribution without requiring a TTP. This is because the encryption algorithms ensure data conﬁdentiality and uncouple the correlation between the users’ identity and the sensitive information in the collected data. Accordingly, the smart contract signature is used to manage the user deposit and verify the data. Extensive comparative experiments verify the e ﬃ ciency and e ﬀ ectiveness of the proposed combined blockchain and TEE scheme.
Clinical evaluation of the intranasal administration of midazolam and reverse effects of flumazenil in Eurasian Buzzards (Buteo buteo)

Midazolam, the most commonly used drug in birds, has sedative, muscle relaxant, anxiolytic, amnestic, and appetite-enhancing effects. In this study, we aimed to reach the proper sedation level with intranasal (IN) administration of midazolam, and quick and safe recovery with intranasal flumazenil application after a certain period of time. The buzzards in the experiment reached the desired and controllable sedation at 6.7 ± 1.6 min after administration of IN midazolam at a dose of 2 mg / kg of body weight. In the saline group (%0.9 NaCl), the doses of midazolam and flumazenil calculated according to their weight were administered intranasally as 0.9% NaCl. The heart rate was 290.4 ± 17.81 and 294.8 ± 18.19 beats/min in the midazolam group, and 300.8 ± 17.76 beats/min in the saline group. Cloacal temperature was 41.42 ± 07, 41.39 ± 0.85 °C in the midazolam group and 41.6 ± 0.45 °C in the saline group. The respiratory rate was 48.8 ± 4.5, 47.1 ± 4.3 breaths/min in the midazolam group and 54.6 ± 2.7 breaths/min in the saline group. Flumazenil was used as an antagonist at 0.05 mg/kg intranasally, and after 14.1 ± 1.8 minutes the sedation effect disappeared. Then the buzzards returned to their standard behavior. In conclusion, we suggest IN use of midazolam and use of flumazenil for faster recovery in buzzards as a simple, fast, practical, and economical mode of sedation for minimally invasive procedures.
A topological approach to shape analysis and alignment

When analyzing multiple mesh models, an important first step is to find the rigid transform that best aligns them. Many mesh alignment techniques exist, but because they treat input meshes as a collection of surface samples, they tend to be sensitive to surface variations between those meshes. We instead wish to align shapes based upon an analysis of mesh topology, thus making it possible to align shapes with similar part structures but varying surface geometry. To this end, we present a novel algorithm that extracts a curve-skeleton from a mesh based on its connectivity, rather than its surface geometry. We show that this method is robust to surface variation and achieves consistent results across shapes in the same object class. We then will present our system for mesh alignment based on our topological analysis of input meshes, and we will show that our technique is able to align shapes with similar part structures but differing surface shapes.
Estimating Density Ratio of Marginals to Joint: Applications to Causal Inference

Abstract In various fields of data science, researchers often face problems of estimating the ratios of two probability densities. Particularly in the context of causal inference, the product of marginals for a treatment variable and covariates to their joint density ratio typically emerges in the process of constructing causal effect estimators. This article applies the general least square density ratio estimation methodology by Kanamori, Hido and Sugiyama to the product of marginals to joint density ratio, and demonstrates its usefulness particularly for causal inference on continuous treatment effects and dose-response curves. The proposed method is illustrated by a simulation study and an empirical example to investigate the treatment effect of political advertisements in the U.S. presidential campaign data.
A Proactive Controller for Human-Driven Robots Based on Force/Motion Observer Mechanisms

This article investigates human-driven robots via physical interaction, which is enhanced by integrating the human partner’s motion intention. A human motor control model is employed to estimate the human partner’s motion intention. A system observer is developed to estimate the human’s control input in this model, so that force sensing is not required. A robot controller is developed to incorporate the estimated human’s motion intention, which makes the robot proactively follow the human partner’s movements. Simulations and experiments on a physical robot are carried out to demonstrate the properties of our proposed controller.
Cinematic Game Secrets for Creative Directors and Producers: Inspired Techniques From Industry Legends

Cinematography for Games covers the space between the game and film industries by pointing out the most relevant cinematic techniques in today's hottest games, and including interviews with the game industry's greatest luminaries (including Will Wright: Sims legend, Harvey Smith, legendary game Deus Ex, Warren Spector creator of one of the original game companies, Origin). The convergence of games and film is a widely discussed and debated topic in the game industry. Many major publishers, along with some high-profile directors (John Woo, James Cameron, Steven Spielberg, Tony Scott) are exploring the middle ground between the industries. This book introduces game producers and directors to the tried and true techniques cinematographers have relied on for years.Game developers learn how to create compelling video games by: developing quality stories and characters; visualizing scenes within the game through the eyes of a cinematographer; using tried and true film industry methods for casting, voice-over, direction, and production.The book will also feature screen shots from some of today's hottest titles that illustrate key cinematic concepts, as well as advice from successful game industry professionals already using these techniques. --Author, Rich Newman has worked in the film industry(Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Alamo) and video game industry (Midway Games) for over five years and knows how to make the most of the convergence of technologies. --With advice from some of the biggest names in the game world: ***Richard Rouse III***, Director of Game Design, Midway Games , ***Warren Spector*** creator of one of the original game companies, Origin, and ***Noah Falstein***, columnist, Game Developer magazine. --With examples from today's hottest game titles (courtesy of GamingTrend) to illustrate film techniques used in games, like the use of narrow focus in cinematography, or over-the-shoulder viewpoint style of viewpoint that makes the game have a documentary -like quality. --Interviews, case studies, and helpful glossary of terms all included.
Intelligent Decision Making Based on On-Line Non Contact Measurement During Machining Process

This paper presents an experimental approach for intelligent monitoring of a Computer Controlled Machining Process. The article reviews the ongoing development in the area of open architecture control for machine tools. This is followed by presentation of the hardware and software scheme adopted to implement on-line inspection procedures. Force overload and vibration in a machining operation can affect dimensional accuracy and surface finish of the workpiece. As such, it is essential to inspect such parameters as surface roughness and geometrical data in an on-line fashion. The surface roughness data is obtained using a new laser based procedure where as geometrical data is obtained using a specially designed optical digitizer. Information from these sensors are used in a rule-based algorithm that provide the appropriate adaptive control of feed rate and spindle speed applied to the machining operation. The supervisory decision making strategy ensures the application of the correct process adjustment so as to optimize the entire machining process.
The Material Basis and Mechanism of Xuefu Zhuyu Decoction in Treating Stable Angina Pectoris and Unstable Angina Pectoris

Methods Firstly, we used a network proximity approach to calculate and compare the effectiveness of the formula with that of Western drugs for each type of angina, including all targets and intersecting targets, from a topological perspective. Secondly, we compared the mechanisms of action of the two angina pectoris at three levels and five aspects, including conventional and modular analysis approaches. Thirdly, based on the unique functions of each angina in the complex heterogeneous network, we designed a reverse process for finding the material basis using dynamic, static, and enriched items as well as a total item. Finally, the designed inverse process, material basis, and mechanism of action were validated. Results The target network of Xuefu Zhuyu decoction is closer to the target network of each type of angina than that of Western drugs, and the intersection targets have a closer proximity. Comparison of the mechanisms of action showed that stable angina and unstable angina had 158 common targets, while the unique targets were 34 and 1, respectively. Modularity analysis showed that the GO similarity of target modules was highly correlated with KEGG similarity. We ended up with 67 compounds upregulated for stable angina and 47 compounds upregulated for unstable angina. Our results were validated by literature mining, high-volume molecular docking, and miRNA enrichment analysis. Conclusions For both types of angina pectoris, Xuefu Zhuyu decoction is superior to Western drugs. A comparison of various aspects led to the unique mechanisms of action, from which the material basis of each type of angina was deduced.
Explosive Power and Muscle Flexibility in Junior Gymnasts of Aerobic Gymnastic Based on Different Sexes

The primary purpose of this study was to compare the explosive power ability and muscle flexibility in junior gymnasts of aerobic gymnastics based on different sexes. The data of this study were taken from 52 junior gymnasts of aerobic gymnastics from two groups consisted 26 boys and 26 girls aged 7-8 years who participated as research samples. All participants did a flexibility test using a side split test instrument and explosive power measurement using a vertical jump test instrument—the assessment of normality distribution using the Kolmogorov Smirnov test (Sig > 0.05). Furthermore, to determine the differences between the two groups, the researchers used the Independent two-sample t-test with a significance level of p < 0.05. The side split test results showed 13.92±3.236 cm for the male group and 11.46±3.252 cm for the female group (mean ± SD) with a P-Value of 0.009, means that there was a significant difference between the two groups. At the same time, the comparison of vertical jumps recordings also showed a significant difference with 21.12±3.514 cm for male groups and 18.50±5.233 cm for the female group (mean ± SD), with a P-Value of 0.039. Thus, this study concluded that female junior gymnasts have better flexibility compared to male junior gymnasts. Meanwhile, the explosive power ability possessed by male junior gymnasts is better than female junior gymnasts.