Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
A Study on Talent Training Mode in Practical English Language Teaching

The rapid development of China’s economic promotes the demand of the society for applied talents in English, especially in international trade, tourism management, hotel management and other businesses. The expansion of the demand of the society on the applied talents in English not only promotes the expansion of the English language teaching, but also brings a series of quality problems in talent training. To deal with the problems such as undefined training goal, the unstable teaching practice base, unsatisfied teaching practice, imperfect appraisal system and so on, through the analysis of the current talent training strategies in practical English teaching, it is proposed in this paper that the schools should further clarify the English professional educational goals, strengthen the proportion of the practical courses to improve the education quality, innovate the school-enterprise cooperation training mode to make the graduate adapt to the needs of the society, take the relevant managers of the enterprise as the supernumerary teachers of the practical courses, reasonably extend the practice teaching teachers, and use the scientific evaluation methods to measure the teaching effectiveness after the end of the course. Through improving the current talent training mode, the effect of current English application language teaching is enhanced.
Supplemental magnolol improves the antioxidant capacity and intestinal health of broiler chickens.

Magnolol is a multifunctional polyphenol rich in Magnolia officinalis. The objective of this study was to investigate the effects of magnolol on growth performance, carcass traits, antioxidant capacity, and gut health of broiler chickens. A total of 240 1-day-old broilers were randomly allocated into five dietary treatments: control (Ctrl); control diet supplemented with 100, 200, or 300 mg/kg of magnolol (M100, M200, and M300); and control diet supplemented with 200 mg/kg of bacitracin zinc (PC). The results showed that magnolol linearly decreased the feed conversion ratio between d 0 and d 14, linearly decreased the amount of malondialdehyde and increased the activity of total superoxide dismutase (T-SOD) in both serum and ileal mucosa on d 42 with increasing magnolol levels (p < 0.05). Moreover, the ileal villus height, the ileal villus height to crypt depth ratio, and the jejunal gene expressions of SOD1, glutathione peroxidase, and Claudin1 were linearly up-regulated with increasing magnolol levels (p < 0.05). The supplementation of magnolol had no effect on carcass traits or cecal short chain fatty acids (p > 0.05). The results indicated that magnolol could be applied in the diet of broiler chickens to benefit their antioxidant capacity and intestinal health.
A new voltage type power converter control for fast and precise voltage regulation

In this paper, the authors propose a new nonlinear DC link voltage control scheme, which adopts a nonlinear load current observer, for voltage type PWM power converters. As their load current observer is designed by using the full nonlinear converter model, their converter control scheme does not require any additional sensing device. Therefore, the power converter adopting their new controller can provide fast and precise voltage regulation and can be made cheap and small. To demonstrate the practical use of their control method, they present various experimental results as well as mathematical performance analyses.
Unifying the Efforts of Medicine, Chemistry, and Engineering in Biosensing Technologies to Tackle the Challenges of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

■ CONTENTS A Short Snapshot on Earlier Infections and COVID19 A Molecular Aspects and Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 B Current Platforms for COVID-19 Diagnosis B Recent Progress in COVID-19 Diagnostic Technologies F Sensor Systems F Electrochemical Sensing Modality G Optical Sensing Modality H Field-Effect Transistor Biosensors K Lateral Flow Assays L Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats Strategy O Future Directions and Integration of Other Technologies P In Silico Models to Curb the Pandemic P Internet of Things: Expanding the Geography for Data Collection/Analysis during the COVID19 Diagnosis Using Secure Cloud Settings Q Artificial Intelligence Technologies and Strategies: Standardizing Test Results and Significantly Reducing the Workload in the Clinic Q Wearable Platforms and Mobile Phone Systems: Adaptation of Platforms for Daily Use Q Conclusion R Author Information S Corresponding Author S Authors S Notes S Biographies S Acknowledgments S References S
Subjective executive dysfunction in patients with primary brain tumors and their informants: relationships with neurocognitive, psychological, and daily functioning

ABSTRACT Objective We assessed agreement between patient- and informant-report on the Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function – Adult (BRIEF-A) in patients with primary brain tumors (PBT) and differences on BRIEF-A in neurocognitive (intact v. impaired), psychological (asymptomatic v. distressed), and functional (independent v. dependent) categories using both patient- and informant-report. Method PBT patients (n = 102) completed neuropsychological evaluations including the BRIEF-A, clinical interview, neurocognitive tests, and mood questionnaires. Correlations between the BRIEF-A and Informant (n = 39) were conducted. Differences in patient and informant BRIEF-A indices were investigated across five classifications: neurocognitive functioning, psychological functioning, medication management, appointment management, and finance management. Results Patient and informant BRIEF were correlated. There was no difference on BRIEF-A or Informant indices for intact v. impaired neurocognitive status. Higher BRIEF-A and Informant indices were observed among psychologically distressed v. asymptomatic patients. Results showed higher BRIEF indices among those requiring assistance with medication, appointments, and finances. Conclusions Patients and informants agreed in their reports of executive function (EF). These reports, while not different in neurocognitive classification, were different in psychological functioning and in those needing assistance with instrumental activities of daily living (IADL). Patient- and informant-reported EF may provide important data regarding psychological and IADL functioning in this population.
The Impact of Phenylketonuria on Body Composition in Adults

Introduction: Patients with phenylketonuria (PKU) must follow a lifelong phenylalanine (Phe)-restricted diet with additional amino acid supplementations, and this may put them at risk for nutritional disturbances. However, the body composition and nutritional status of adult patients with PKU has only been partially explored. The current study aims to assess the body composition of adult patients with PKU using multifrequency bioimpedance analysis (MF-BIA) and to reveal potential correlations between therapy adherence and body composition. Additionally, we compared body composition of patients with healthy controls. Methods: Fifty adult patients with early-treated PKU (27 female and 23 male) and 40 healthy, age- and gender-matched controls were included in this single-center, cross-sectional study. MF-BIA was performed on all subjects. Additionally, we determined serum nutritional markers for all patients. In the PKU patient group, correlation analyses were performed between body composition parameters and therapy adherence. We compared body composition of patients with PKU and controls using BIA. Results: The proportion of overweight was 56% among all patients with PKU. Female patients with PKU had significantly higher body fat percentage compared with controls. In parallel with higher fat content, we observed lower muscle mass, protein, and mineral content among female patients with PKU compared to controls. Such findings were not observed in male patients. Female patients with PKU had decreased therapy adherence and had significantly lower prealbumin levels compared with males. There was no significant correlation observed between body composition parameters and therapy adherence over the last 10 years in the PKU patient group. Conclusion: Although female patients had less optimal therapy adherence over the last 10 years compared with male patients, our results suggest that this does not influence body composition fundamentally. Our results suggest that obesity is an important comorbidity in young adult patients with PKU, especially in females. We advocate that nutritional assessments and weight management should be additional objectives of PKU management to provide optimal care.
INCREASING SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT THROUGH THEME-BASED CURRICULUM

This paper reports on an evaluation of a distinctive university-school partnership program, Curriculum Bridges. Curriculum Bridges aims to develop the enthusiasm and capacity of students from disadvantaged schools in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). These objectives are sought by developing a theme in the curriculum across subjects in years 10, 11 and 12. In the pilot phase, the curricula of English, Maths and Biology were linked together through the theme of ‘understanding and curing disease’. These curricula were developed by the school teachers, who received training in the ‘backward design’ approach. The model also integrates into the curriculum university oncampus activities and excursions. UniBridges was originally implemented in three schools in 2011 and is ongoing. Our evaluation found that UniBridges has increased student engagement and participation in STEM fields. However, the aims of the program could be advanced by adjusting various elements, such as expanding teacher professional development, especially in regard to curriculum design. The findings from this evaluation can be used to assist in replicating the program in other schools.
Cell3: a new vision for study of the endomembrane system in mammalian cells

Abstract The endomembrane system of mammalian cells provides massive capacity for the segregation of biochemical reactions into discrete locations. The individual organelles of the endomembrane system also require the ability to precisely transport material between these compartments in order to maintain cell homeostasis; this process is termed membrane traffic. For several decades, researchers have been systematically identifying and dissecting the molecular machinery that governs membrane trafficking pathways, with the overwhelming majority of these studies being carried out in cultured cells growing as monolayers. In recent years, a number of methodological innovations have provided the opportunity for cultured cells to be grown as 3-dimensional (3D) assemblies, for example as spheroids and organoids. These structures have the potential to better replicate the cellular environment found in tissues and present an exciting new opportunity for the study of cell function. In this mini-review, we summarize the main methods used to generate 3D cell models and highlight emerging studies that have started to use these models to study basic cellular processes. We also describe a number of pieces of work that potentially provide the basis for adaptation for deeper study of how membrane traffic is coordinated in multicellular assemblies. Finally, we comment on some of the technological challenges that still need to be overcome if 3D cell biology is to become a mainstream tool toward deepening our understanding of the endomembrane system in mammalian cells.
Links between peer victimization, dating violence victimization and depression in adolescence: A genetically-informed study

ABSTRACT Peer victimization and dating violence victimization frequently co-occur, with 50.4% of adolescents reporting victimization in both social contexts. A possible explanation for the association between these two negative experiences is offered by interpersonal theories of depression. These theories stipulate that depression might not only be caused by relational stressors but may actually also be causing stressful experiences. Objective The current study aimed to test if individuals with inherent dispositions to depression-related cognitions and behaviors are more at risk of experiencing relational difficulties, such as peer victimization and dating violence victimization. Method This study used a genetically informed design with 806 twins (51.5% girls) to test 1) if at least part of the association between peer victimization in school and dating violence victimization in emerging adulthood can be explained by common underlying heritable factors. Participants provided repeated assessments of their peer victimization in school at ages 13 through 17, their depression symptoms at ages 13 through 19, as well as their victimization in dating relationships at age 19. Results A Cholesky decomposition based on structural equation modeling supported the hypotheses. Specifically, the association between peer victimization and dating violence victimization was to a significant extent explained by common underlying genetic vulnerabilities that were associated with depression symptoms. No sex moderation was found. Conclusions The findings highlight the importance of addressing early indicators of vulnerability toward depression symptoms to prevent victimization by peers or dating partners.
The Darwin Cyclone — Valuable Lesson in Structural Design

Eighty percent of Darwin, Australia's residential buildings were severly damaged in the wake of cyclone Tracy in the early hours of December 25, 1974. Overall damage was caused by roof failure and inadequate bracing. Residential building codes are based on tradition, intuition, and little engineering input. Roof cladding is made of galvanized, corrugated iron, in some cases with combinations of asbestos sheeting. It was found that low-cycle fatigue adjacent to the screw fastenings resulted in inadequate bracing and left the walls unsupported and prone to being blown out. The results in public service buildings was similar. Pan-type steel roofed buildings, supported by open web steel joists; steel clad, steel framed buildings with diagonal wind bracing; and prefabricated buildings utilizing light gauge cold-formed channel sections for the main room members all failed, either by buckling of the lower chords under uplift loads, which resulted in deflection of joists; loss of cladding, particularly in gabled roofs; and/or the instability of cold-formed members in bending under wind loads.
Effective and scalable single-cell data alignment with non-linear canonical correlation analysis

Abstract Data alignment is one of the first key steps in single cell analysis for integrating multiple datasets and performing joint analysis across studies. Data alignment is challenging in extremely large datasets, however, as the major of the current single cell data alignment methods are not computationally efficient. Here, we present VIPCCA, a computational framework based on non-linear canonical correlation analysis for effective and scalable single cell data alignment. VIPCCA leverages both deep learning for effective single cell data modeling and variational inference for scalable computation, thus enabling powerful data alignment across multiple samples, multiple data platforms, and multiple data types. VIPCCA is accurate for a range of alignment tasks including alignment between single cell RNAseq and ATACseq datasets and can easily accommodate millions of cells, thereby providing researchers unique opportunities to tackle challenges emerging from large-scale single-cell atlas.
A compact dual‐band diversity antenna for WLAN applications with high isolation

A compact dual‐band multiple‐input multiple‐output (MIMO) antenna is presented for wireless local area networks (2.45/5.8 GHz) applications in mobile handsets. The proposed MIMO antenna consists of two planar inverted‐F antennas loaded with inverted J‐shaped slot and inverted L‐shaped slot. The defected ground structure of fork shaped slot is proposed between antenna elements to achieve high port‐to‐port isolation (<−20 dB). The distribution of specific absorption rate (SAR) over 1‐g and 10‐g tissues in human head are also studied for two different positions of the antenna at 2.45/5.8 GHz frequencies through SAR to PEAK location spacing ratio (SPLSR) according to Federal Communication Commission standard. The values of SPLSR are observed over 1‐g of tissues between 0.107 and 0.246 W/kg/cm and 0.304–0.122 W/kg/cm and over 10‐g of tissues between 0.242 and 0.124 W/kg/cm and 0.154 and 0.045 W/kg/cm at 2.45 GHz and 5.8 GHz, respectively. The S‐parameters, surface current distribution, diversity parameters, and radiation patterns are presented. The fabricated prototype are measured and obtained good agreement with simulated results. © 2015 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Microwave Opt Technol Lett 57:906–912, 2015
Calculation of the characteristic impedance of microstrips using a full‐wave 2‐D FDTD scheme

The frequency dependence of the characteristic impedance of microstrip lines has been investigated by many authors using 3D-FDTD formulations. In the present letter, a two-dimensional FDTD scheme is used to calculate both the propagation constant and the characteristic impedance of the fundamental quasi-TEM mode in a microstrip which, in fact, is a hybrid mode. Because of the substantial reduction of computer resources required for the calculations, this method can be used as a design tool. © 1997 John Wiley & Sons, Inc. Microwave Opt Technol Lett 16: 58–60, 1997.
The role of a socially assistive robot in enabling older adults with mild cognitive impairment to cope with the measures of the COVID-19 lockdown: A qualitative study

Abstract Background During the COVID-19 pandemic, mandatory containment measures led to lockdowns and severely diminished social interaction, with older adults being one vulnerable group. Socially assistive robots (SARs) could prove to be an effective intervention. Objectives To explore the experiences of older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) with a SAR during the first lockdown in Belgium. Methods Inductive thematic analysis was used. After a two-week interaction period with robot James®, semi-structured interviews were conducted. Results Four people were interviewed (median: 86 years; range: 70–90 years; 2 men, 2 women). Four themes were identified. The first theme described the robot as a companion, alleviating feelings of loneliness and social isolation. The second theme explored the robot in light of meaningful activity. The third theme detailed the technical aspects of the robot and the fourth theme described notable barriers and areas of improvement. Conclusion The study demonstrated the potential of SARs during the first lockdown period in Belgium. The robot proved to be promising in terms of alleviating feelings of loneliness and social isolation. It was found to be both motivating and facilitating in terms of meaningful activity. Significance The study provided valuable insights for the care of lonely and occupationally deprived older adults.
Detection of multiple change points in a Weibull accelerated failure time model using sequential testing

With improvements to cancer diagnoses and treatments, incidences and mortality rates have changed. However, the most commonly used analysis methods do not account for such distributional changes. In survival analysis, change point problems can concern a shift in a distribution for a set of time‐ordered observations, potentially under censoring or truncation. We propose a sequential testing approach for detecting multiple change points in the Weibull accelerated failure time model, since this is sufficiently flexible to accommodate increasing, decreasing, or constant hazard rates and is also the only continuous distribution for which the accelerated failure time model can be reparameterized as a proportional hazards model. Our sequential testing procedure does not require the number of change points to be known; this information is instead inferred from the data. We conduct a simulation study to show that the method accurately detects change points and estimates the model. The numerical results along with real data applications demonstrate that our proposed method can detect change points in the hazard rate.
Workshops Integral design methodology : Improving practice and education of sustinable built environment design

Integral design shows high promises to reduce failure costs and to improve design quality. In the ongoing workshop series, in which already over 200 professionals from the Royal Institute of Dutch Architects (BNA) and the Dutch Association of Consulting Engineers (ONRI) participated, integral design methodology in the domain of sustainable comfort systems is currently developed and evaluated. The application of sustainable energy in the built environment is stimulated through morphological approach that enhances creation of new solutions for sustainable concepts. The results of the last ‘Integral Design Methodology’ workshop series, based on observations of both professionals and students, are presented in this paper.
Design for the environment (DFE) – An approach to achieve the ISO 14000 international standardization

It is proposed that by adopting design for the environment (DFE) principles, US companies can easily comply with the environmental portion of the International Standards Organization (ISO) 14000 standards and become competitive in today’s global market. DFE concepts present unique challenges to designers and introduce significant changes in the company’s market share and profitability without sacrificing sustainable development. The design engineers must ask and answer questions about the life cycle of the product and its production process. Their goal is reducing overall production costs and environmental impact of waste production and disposal by optimizing energy and material consumption, minimizing waste generation, or by reusing process output waste streams as raw materials for other processes. Application of DFE principles in the first stages of process design can change a product life cycle by not only reducing overall cost, but also the environmental impact of production and disposal.
Standalone epicardial left atrial appendage exclusion for thromboembolism prevention in atrial fibrillation

Abstract OBJECTIVES Most strokes associated with atrial fibrillation (AF) result from left atrial appendage thrombi. Oral anticoagulation can reduce stroke risk but is limited by complication risk and non-compliance. Left atrial appendage exclusion (LAAE) is a new surgical option to reduce stroke risk in AF. The study objective was to evaluate the safety and feasibility of standalone thoracoscopic LAAE in high stroke risk AF patients. METHODS This was a retrospective, multicentre study of high stroke risk AF patients who had oral anticoagulation contraindications and were not candidates for ablation nor other cardiac surgery. Standalone thoracoscopic LAAE was performed using 3 unilateral ports access and epicardial clip. Periprocedural adverse events, long-term observational clinical outcomes and stroke rate were evaluated. RESULTS Procedural success was 99.4% (174/175 patients). Pleural effusion occurred in 4 (2.3%) patients; other periprocedural complications were <1% each. One perioperative haemorrhagic stroke occurred (0.6%). No phrenic nerve palsy or cardiac tamponade occurred. Predicted annual ischaemic stroke rate of 4.8/100 patient-years (based on median CHA2DS2-VASc score of 4.0) was significantly higher than stroke risk observed in follow-up after LAAE. No ischaemic strokes occurred (median follow-up: 12.5 months), resulting in observed rate of 0 (95% CI 0–2.0)/100 patient-years (P < 0.001 versus predicted). Six all-cause (non-device-related) deaths occurred during follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Study proved that a new surgical option, standalone thoracoscopic LAAE, is feasible and safe. With this method, long-term stroke rate may be reduced compared to predicted for high-risk AF population.