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Hybrid censoring samples in assessment the lifetime performance index of Chen distributed products
Authors: Badr Majdah Mohammed , Shawky Ahmed Ibrahim , Abd-Elmougod Gamal Amen 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
The performance and potential of a process of industrial products is assessed under lower specification limit L by lifetime performance index (CL
). In this paper, under consideration the independent lifetimes Chen products with known one shape parameters the CL
of the performance of a process is evaluated. For the hybrid censoring scheme the maximum likelihood (ML) estimate of CL
is constructed as well as confidence interval for CL
is developing. Also, Bayesian approach is adopted to estimates CL
and credibly interval is constructed. Some theoretical results of hypothesis tests of CL
is adopted. Finally, our obtaining results will be assessed and compared through Monte Carlo simulation study and numerical example.
Marcatori conclusivi del discorso diretto in italiano antico
Authors: Mastrantonio Davide 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
In this paper we deal with a specific subset of direct speech markers, to which little or no attention has been given so far: the expressions which codify the ending of the direct speech (“marcatori conclusivi del discorso diretto”). We analyse these markers in Old Italian texts, comparing them with their Latin and, in some cases, Old French equivalents. In the introduction (§1), we take into account various general issues related to ancient texts, namely the practice of spoken-word reading and the lack of systematic punctuation marking that helps text segmentation. After that (§2), we classify the different strategies ancient writers had at their disposal to signal that a direct speech is over, hence that what follows has to be interpreted as the narrator voice; the markers are organized in a range from most explicit to most implicit (disse > quando ebbe detto > a queste parole > allora > [Ø]). Thereafter (§3), we focus on two specific markers, the participial marker (detto questo) and the “connector + finite tense” marker (quando ebbe detto questo) in a corpus of nine texts. Though these two markers are roughly synonymic, their occurrence is not uniform among the analysed texts. The explanation of their unequal distribution is that they belong to different discourse traditions (Diskurstraditionen): “quando + finite tense” is a typical expression attested in Romance narrations (the so-called “quand-Satz”), whereas detto questo appears to be dependent on Latin tradition.
Right on Time: An Electoral Audit for the Publication of Vote Results
Authors: Antenangeli Leonardo , Cantú Francisco 
Published: November 2019

AbstractThe publication of electoral results in real time is a common practice in contemporary democracies. However, delays in the reporting of electoral outcomes often stir up skepticism and suspicion in the vote-counting process. This issue urges us to construct a systematic test to distinguish delays attributable to manipulation to those resulting from a limited administrative capacity. This paper proposes a method to assess the potential sorting of the electoral results given the moment at which polling stations publish their vote totals. To do so, we model the time span for a polling station to report its electoral results, to identify those observations whose reported times are poorly explained by the model, and to assess a potential bias in the candidates’ vote trends. We illustrate this method by analyzing the 2006 Presidential Election in Mexico, a contest that aroused suspicion from opposition parties and public opinion alike regarding how the electoral results were reported. The results suggest that polling stations’ time logs mostly respond to their specific geographic, logistic, and sociodemographic features. Moreover, those observations that took longer than expected to report their returns had no systematic effect on the electoral outcome. The proposed method can be used as an additional post-election audit to help officials and party representatives evaluate the integrity of an election.
On corrected phase-type approximations of the time value of ruin with heavy tails
Authors: Geiger Daniel J. , Adekpedjou Akim 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
We approximate Gerber–Shiu functions with heavy-tailed claims in a recently introduced risk model having both interclaim times and premiums depending on the claim sizes. We apply a technique known as “corrected phase-type approximations”. This results in adding a correction term to the Gerber–Shiu function with phase-type claim sizes. The correction term contains the heavy-tailed behavior at most once per convolution and captures the tail behavior of the true Gerber–Shiu function.
We make the tail behavior specific in the classical case of one class of risk insured. After illustrating a use of such approximations, we study numerically the approximations’ relative errors for some specific penalty functions and claims distributions.
A Thermal Nonlinear Approach for Mechanistic Empirical Modeling of Asphalt-Granular Base Layers Interface
Authors: Torquato e Silva Samuel de Almeida , Scherer Renan Gustavo , Soares Jorge Barbosa , Pereira Deividi da Silva , Specht Luciano Pivoto 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
This article proposes a mechanistic model for the interface between the asphalt surface course and granular base layers, along with an experimental procedure to assess the model parameters. The Mohr-Coulomb yield criteria was used to model interface shear strength, and Goodman’s law was used to relate the relative displacement and shear stress over the interface that bonds the investigated layers. Moreover, the transversal reaction modulus was assumed to be stress dependent, which makes the model nonlinear. Experimental results have shown agreement with model assumptions. Furthermore, a simulation of Cracked Area evolution was performed to verify the effects of the interface model on the pavement structural response. Finally, the model proposed presented itself to be a strong alternative to properly consider the mechanical behavior of the asphaltic-granular base layers interface.
Ultrasound elastography score and strain index in different parathyroid lesions
Authors: Cakir Bekir , Cuhaci Seyrek F Neslihan , Topaloglu Oya , Ozdemir Didem , Dirikoc Ahmet , Aydin Cevdet , Polat Sefika Burcak , Ogmen Berna Evranos , Tam Ali Abbas , Baser Husniye , Kilic Yazgan Aylin , Kilic Mehmet , Alkan Afra , Ersoy Reyhan 
Published: November 2019

Background
Despite significant improvement in imaging quality and advanced scientific knowledge, it may still sometimes be difficult to distinguish different parathyroid lesions. The aims of this prospective study were to evaluate parathyroid lesions with ultrasound elastography and to determine whether strain index can help to differentiate parathyroid lesions.

Methods
Patients with biochemically confirmed hyperparathyroidism and localised parathyroid lesions in ultrasonography were included. All patients underwent B-mode US and USE examination. Ultrasound elastography scores and strain index of lesions were determined. Strain index was defined as the ratio of strain of the thyroid parenchyma to the strain of the parathyroid lesion.

Results
Data of 245 lesions of 230 patients were analysed. Histopathologically, there were 202 (82.45%) parathyroid adenomas, 26 (10.61%) atypical parathyroid adenomas, and 17 (6.94%) cases of parathyroid hyperplasia. Median serum Ca was significantly higher in atypical parathyroid adenoma patients than parathyroid hyperplasia patients (P = 0.019) and median PTH was significantly higher in APA compared to PA patients (P < 0.001). In 221 (90.2%) of the parathyroid lesions, USE score was 1 or 2. The median SI of atypical parathyroid adenomas was significantly higher than parathyroid adenomas and hyperplasia lesions (1.5 (0.56–4.86), 1.01 (0.21–8.43) and 0.91 (0.26–2.02), respectively, P = 0.003).

Conclusion
Our study revealed that SI of parathyroid lesions as well as serum calcium, parathyroid hormone levels, and B-mode US features may help to predict the atypical parathyroid adenoma. Ultrasound elastography can be used to differentiate among parathyroid lesions and guide a surgical approach.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND "PREDICTED JUSTICE": FOREIGN EXPERIENCE
Authors: Biryukov P. N. 
Published: November 2019

The paper deals with the problems of application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of justice. Present day environment facilitates the use of AI in law. Technology has entered the market. As a result, "predicted justice" has become possible. Once an overview of the possible future process is obtained, it is easier for the professional to complete the task-interpretation and final decision-making (negotiations, litigation). It will take a lot of work to bring AI up to this standard. Legal information should be structured to make it not only readable, but also effective for decision-making. "Predicted justice" can help both the parties to the case and the judges in structuring information, and students and teachers seeking relevant information. The development of information technology has led to increased opportunities for "predicted justice" programs. They take advantage of new digital tools. The focus is on two advantages of the programs: a) improving the quality of services provided; b) simultaneously monitoring the operational costs of the justice system. "Predicted justice" provides algorithms for analyzing a huge number of situations in a short time, allowing you to predict the outcome of a dispute or at least assess the chances of success. It helps: choose the right way of defense, the most suitable arguments, estimate the expected amount of compensation, etc. Thus, it is not about justice itself, but only about analytical tools that would make it possible to predict future decisions in disputes similar to those that have been analyzed.
Arturo Rodríguez Morató y Álvaro Santana Acuña. La nueva sociología de las artes. Una perspectiva hispanohablante y global. Barcelona: Gedisa. 2017. 366 pp.
Authors: García Alonso Rafael 
Published: November 2019

Reseña del texto indicado arriba
La nueva sociología de las artes
Arturo Rodríguez Morató y Álvaro Santana Acuña (Eds.) 2018
Barcelona: Gedisa
Rafael Lazcano (Ed.). Intellectum valde ama - Ama intensamente la inteligencia (San Agustín, Ep. 120, III, 13, 4). Homenaje al profesor Octavio Uña Juárez, Catedrático, Escritor y Poeta. Pozuelo de Alarcón, Rafael Lazcano. 2019. pp. 2035
Authors: Tardivo Giuliano 
Published: November 2019

Se trata de un libro homenaje al profesor Octavio Uña. Es una obra colectiva, que incluye ensayos sociológicos, artículos empíricos, poesías, textos literarios, etc.
The Effect of Assessment for Learning Integration in Scientific Approach Towards Students’ Conceptual Understanding on Work and Energy
Authors: Elisa Nur , Kusairi Sentot , Sulur Sulur , Suryadi Ahmad 
Published: November 2019

This study aims to determine the effect of the integrated assessment for Learning (AfL) which is assisted by the Tryout application in scientific approach on students' conceptual understanding. This study used a quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest control group design. This research was conducted at a high school in Malang with a sample of two classes by a random cluster sampling technique. There were two classes involved, namely one as an experimental class (using an integrated AfL assisted with a tryout application in scientific approach) and one as a control class (using a scientific approach through assignment instructions). Thirthy four students in each class were tough the work and energy topic. The test instrument used was 20 reasoned multiple-choice questions with a reliability of 0.62. Data were analyzed using descriptive analysis and inferential statistics. The results showed that there was a significant difference between the posttest mean scores of the experimental class students and the control class students (p = 0.017). Descriptive analysis showed that the mean scores of posttest students for the experiment and control class were 61.76 and 54.26, respectively. That means that the conceptual understanding of students who learn with integrated AfL that assisted by tryout application in scientific approach was higher than students who learn with the scientific approach through assignments.
Usage of Cloud Storage Facilities by Medical students in a low-middle income country, Sri Lanka: A cross sectional study
Authors: Hettige Samankumara , Dasanayaka Eshani , Ediriweera Dileepa Senajith 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Introduction Cloud storage facilities (CSF) has become popular among the internet users. There is limited data on CSF usage among university students in low middle-income countries including Sri Lanka. In this study we present the CSF usage among medical students at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya. Methods We undertook a cross sectional study at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. Stratified random sampling was used to recruit students representing all the batches. A self-administrated questionnaire was given. Results Of 261 (90.9%) respondents, 181 (69.3%) were females. CSF awareness was 56.5% (95%CI: 50.3% - 62.6%) and CSF usage was 50.8% (95%CI: 44.4 - 57.2%). Awareness was higher in males (P=0.003) and was low in senior students. Google Drive was the commonest CSF followed by Dropbox and OneDrive. There was no association between CSF awareness and pre-university entrance or undergraduate examination performance. Inadequate knowledge, time, accessibility, security and privacy concerns limited CSF usage. 69.8% indicated that they would like to undergo training on CSF as an effective tool for education. Conclusion CSF awareness and usage was nearly 50% among the students and Google drive is the most popular CSF. Lack of knowledge, accessibility, concerns on security and privacy limited CSF usage among students. Majority were interested to undergo training on CSF and undergraduate ICT curricula should introduce CSF as effective educational tools.
Prevalence of asymptomatic malaria parasitaemia following mass testing and treatment in Pakro sub-district of Ghana
Authors: Ndong Ignatius Cheng , Okyere Daniel , Enos Juliana Yartey , Mensah Benedicta Ayiedu , Nyarko Alexander Kwadwo , Abuaku Benjamin , Amambua-Ngwa Alfred , Merle Corinne Simone C. , Koram Kwadwo Ansah , Ahorlu Collins Stephen 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background: Global efforts to scale-up malaria control interventions are gaining steam. These include the use of Long-Lasting Insecticide Nets, Indoor Residual Spraying, Intermittent Preventive Treatment and Test, Treat and Track. Despite these, the drive for malaria elimination is far from being realistic in endemic communities in Africa. This is partly due to the fact that asymptomatic parasite carriage, not specifically targeted by most interventions, remains the bedrock that fuels transmission. This has led to mass testing, treatment and tracking (MTTT) as an alternative strategy to target asymptomatic individuals. We report the impact of MTTT on the prevalence of asymptomatic malaria parasitaemia over a one-year period in Ghana, hypothesizing that implementing MTTT could reduce the rate of asymptomatic parasitaemia.
Methods: A population of about 5,000 individuals in seven communities in the Pakro sub-district of Ghana participated in this study. A register was developed for each community following a census. MTTT engaged trained community-based health volunteers who conducted house-to-house testing using RDTs every four months and treated positive cases with Artemisinin–based Combination Therapy. Between interventions, community-based management of malaria was implemented for symptomatic cases.
Results: MTTT Coverage was 98.8% in July 2017 and 79.3% in July 2018. Of those tested, asymptomatic infection with malaria parasites reduced from 36.3% (1,795/4941) in July 2017 to 32.9% (1,303/3966) in July 2018 (p=0.001). Prevalence of asymptomatic parasitaemia among children under 15 years declined from 52.6% (1,043/1984) in July 2017 to 47.5% (820/1,728) in July 2018 (p=0.002). Implementing MTTT significantly reduced asymptomatic parasitaemia by 24% from July 2017 to July 2018 after adjusting for age, ITN use and axillary temperature (OR=0.76, CI=0.67, 0.85 p≤0.001).
Conclusion: This study has demonstrated that implementing MTTT is feasible and could reduce the prevalence of asymptomatic malaria parasitaemia in children under 15 years of age. Furthermore, the use of community-based health volunteers could ensure high coverage at lower cost of implementation.
Trial registration: NCT04167566, Date 14/11/2019
Retrospective registration.
Health Pregnancy, Healthy Baby: Testing the added benefits of pregnancy ultrasound for child development in a randomised control trial
Authors: Richter Linda Marlene , Slemming Wiedaad , Norris Shane A , Stein Alan , Poston Lucilla , Pasupathy Dharmintra 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background The 2016 World Health Organization Antenatal Guidelines and the 2015 South African Maternal and Child Health Guidelines recommend one early antenatal ultrasound scan to establish gestational age and to detect multiple pregnancies and fetal abnormalities. Prior research indicates that ultrasound can also increase parental-fetal attachment. We aim to establish whether, compared to routine care, messages to promote parental attachment and healthy child development, conducted during one or two pregnancy ultrasounds improve early child development and growth, exclusive breastfeeding, parental-child interactions and pre- and post-natal clinic attendance. Methods The effect of messages to sensitise mothers and fathers to fetal development will be tested in a 3-armed randomised trial with 100 mothers and their partners from Soweto-Johannesburg in each arm. The primary outcome is child development at 6 months post-natal. Secondary outcomes include infant feeding, parental attachment and interaction, parental mental health and infant growth, assessed at 6 weeks and 6 months. Parents in Arm 1 receive a fetal ultrasound <25 weeks during routine antenatal care at tertiary hospitals, and a second standard ultrasound at the research site within 2 weeks. Arm 2 participants receive the routine antenatal ultrasound and an additional ultrasound <25 weeks at the research site, together with messages to promote parental attachment and healthy child development. Arm 3 participants receive the routine ultrasound and two additional ultrasounds at the research site, <25 weeks and <36 weeks, together with messages to promote parental attachment and healthy child development. Discussion Evidence from high-income countries suggests that first-time prospective mothers and fathers enjoy seeing their fetus during ultrasound and that it is an emotional experience. A number of studies have found that ultrasound increases maternal attachment during pregnancy, a predictor of positive parent-infant interactions which, in turn, promotes healthy infant development. It is generally agreed that studies are needed which follow up parental-child behaviour and healthy child development postnatally, include fathers, and examine the construct in a wider diversity of settings, especially in low- and middle-income countries. Testing the added benefits of pregnancy ultrasound for child development is a gap that the proposed trial in South Africa seeks to address. Trial Registration The trial is registered with the Pan African Clinical Trials Registry (https://pactr.samrc.ac.za) on 15 August 2018 (identifier: PACTR201808107241133).
Integrated proteomic and metabolomic analysis to study the effects of spaceflight on Candida albicans
Authors: Wang Jiaping , Liu Yu , Zhao Guangxian , Gao Jianyi , Liu Junlian , Wu Xiaorui , Xu Chong , Yongzhi Li 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background Candida albicans is an opportunistic pathogenic yeast, which could become pathogenic in various stressful environmental factors including the spaceflight environment. In this study, we aim to explore the phenotypic changes and possible mechanisms of Candida albicans after exposure to spaceflight conditions.Results The effect of Candida albicans after carried on the "SJ-10" satellite for 12 days was evaluated by proliferation, morphogenic, environmental resistance and virulence experiment. The result showed that the proliferation rate, biofilm formation, antioxidant capacity, cytotoxicity and filamentous morphology of Candida albicans were increased in the spaceflight group compared to the control group. Proteomics and metabolomics technologies were used to analyze the profiles of proteins and metabolites in Candida albicans under spaceflight conditions. Proteomic analysis identified 564 up-regulated proteins involved in ribosome, DNA replication, base excision repair and sulfur metabolism in the spaceflight group. And 345 down-regulated proteins related to metabolic processes were observed. The metabolomic analysis found 5 different expressed metabolites. The combined analysis of proteomic and metabolomic revealed the accumulation of cysteine and methionine in Candida albicans after spaceflight.Conclusions Mechanisms that could explain the results in the phenotyping experiment of Candida albicans were found through proteomic and metabolomic analysis. And our data provide an important basis for the assessment of the risk that Candida albicans could cause under spaceflight environment.
Cellular Retinol Binding Protein I transfection in H460 non-small lung carcinoma cells reduces proliferation and AKT-related gene expression
Authors: Ferlosio Amedeo , Orlandi Augusto , Agostinelli Sara , Doldo Elena , Costanza Gaetana , Centofanti Federica 
Published: November 2019

Abstract
Background In recent years, new treatments with novel action mechanisms have been explored for advancer lung cancer. Retinoids were shown to promote cancer cell differentiation and death of and their action is mediated from specific cytoplasmic and nuclear receptors.Objective The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of Cellular retinol binding Protein I (CRBPI) transfection in H460 human non-small cell lung cancer cell line normally not expressing that receptor.Methods H460 cells were transfected by using a vector pTargeT Mammalian expression system carrying the whole sequence of CRBPI gene. For proliferation and apoptosis studies, cells were treated with different concentrations of all-trans retinoic acid ( at RA) and retinol. AKT-related gene expression was analyzed by using western blot and Signosis array. Results were analysed using d by one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed from a Bonferroni post hoc test or with t-student test.Results CRBPI + showed a reduced proliferation and viability in basal condition and after at RA treatment when compared to empty-transfected H460 cells. Reduced proliferation in CRBPI + H460 cells associated to the down-regulation of pAKT/pERK/pEGFR genes. In particular, gene array documented in CRBPI + H460 cells the down-regulation of AKT and Stat-3-related genes, including M-Tor, Akt1, Akt2, Akt3, Foxo1, Foxo3, p21, p27, pTen, Jun.Conclusion Restoration of CRBPI expression in H460 cells reduced proliferation and viability in both basal condition and after at RA treatment, likely by down-regulating AKT-related gene level. Further studies are needed to better clarify how those CRBPI-related intracellular pathways contribute to counteract non-small cell lung carcinoma progression in order to suggest a potential tool to improve efficacy of retioid anti lung cancer adjuvant therapy.