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Wehranlage Viereth: Vorteile einer durchgängigen Bearbeitung mit der BIM‐Methode im komplexen Stahlwasserbau
Authors: Wilde Elmar , Schäfers Matthias , Braun Norman 
Published: April 2020

AbstractDie beweglichen Strukturen an Schleusen und Stauanlagen sind Bauteile, die sich an der Schnittlinie zwischen Maschinenbau und Bauwesen befinden. Diese Stahlwasserbauten haben besondere Anforderungen an die Abwicklung. Dies beginnt mit der technischen Bearbeitung – es sind unterschiedliche Lagerungszustände, unterschiedliche statische Systeme und Bewegungen zu berücksichtigen, Schwingungsanregungen stellen ebenfalls eine Herausforderung dar. Die Behandlung dieser Randbedingungen in einem Planungsprozess führt dazu, dass Stahlwasserbauten zu den aufwendigsten Tragstrukturen gehören. Hier wird von den allgemeinen Randbedingungen von Wehranlagen und im Besonderen dieses Projekts berichtet. Dabei werden die daraus resultierenden Strukturen vom Oberwasserrevisionsverschluss zur Baugrubenumschließung und dem eigentlichen Wehrkörper betrachtet. Die durchgängige Bearbeitung mit BIM bietet für diese Klasse von Bauwerken spezifische Chancen und Randbedingungen, deren Lösungsansätze hier gezeigt werden.
Some issues on coordinate transformations of T‐S fuzzy models
Authors: Han Hugang , Hamasaki Daisuke 
Published: April 2020

AbstractAs a mathematical model to represent the dynamics of a plant to be controlled, the T‐S fuzzy model is widely used in the control system design. In order to facilitate controller design, it sometimes needs suitable coordinate transformations of the T‐S fuzzy model. Subsequently, some questions arise: (1) can local systems in different fuzzy rules perform different coordinate transformations? if yes, then (2) is the transformed T‐S fuzzy model equivalent to its original one? In answering these questions, this paper at first gives a brief review on the T‐S fuzzy model to catch the real meaning of local systems in the context of the whole system expressed by the T‐S fuzzy model. Then, bearing controller design in mind it discusses the equivalence between pre‐ and transformed systems in various types of T‐S fuzzy models. Finally, in order to share the benefits from the results discussed in this paper, a controller design based on an affine T‐S fuzzy model is provided. © 2020 Institute of Electrical Engineers of Japan. Published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Interconnected Security: Conclusions and Recommendations
Authors: Hirsch Ballin Ernst , Dijstelbloem Huub , de Goede Peter 
Published: April 2020

AbstractStrategic analysis, security policy, defence policy, the armed forces: that was the sequence followed in this book. The same sequence should be followed for the purpose of policy analysis. On the basis of a strategic analysis of the altered security environment, this book has considered what defence policy is required now and in the near future and where the armed forces need to be strengthened. The emphasis was on where the focus needs to be tightened and how additional investment should be used. The precise choices and priorities that should be formulated in that process must be determined in the political debate. It is of the utmost importance to conduct that debate. Security policy and defence policy depend on it. This final chapter makes a number of recommendations on how to make the necessary improvements and to create a more strategic foundation for the thinking of politicians and policymakers on security and defence. The book concludes with a discussion of the following points:
Current strength, temperature, and bodyscape modulate cleaning services for giant manta rays
Authors: Murie Calum , Spencer Matthew , Oliver Simon P. 
Published: April 2020

AbstractThe cleaner–client system among reef teleosts has received considerable attention in both wild and captive environments, but the spatially and taxonomically diverse associations between cleaner fish and elasmobranchs are less understood. Using remote video, we investigated interactions between giant manta rays (Mobula birostris) and cleaner wrasse at a seamount in the Philippines. Cleaning events occurred between 11:00 and 16:00 h on a seasonal basis and were constrained by current strengths and ambient water temperatures. The frequency with which giant manta rays interacted with cleaner fish varied on an individual basis. Blue streaked cleaner wrasse (Labroides dimidiatus) and moon wrasse (Thalassoma lunare) selectively foraged on manta rays’ gills and pelvis, with L. dimidiatus also demonstrating slight preferences for the pectoral fins. Cleaners’ foraging preferences may indicate ectoparasitic infections in specific areas of a manta ray’s body. The exclusivity with which giant manta rays visited a particular cleaning station on the seamount may be a response to the quality of services that cleaners provide there. Giant mantas’ fidelity to this site may also be attributed to localised concentrations of food that are available nearby. The seamount provides habitat that appears to be important to the life history strategies of the region’s giant manta rays.
Incidence of Multiple Metachronous Gastric Cancers After Pyloric‐Preserving Gastrectomy
Authors: Aizawa Masaki , Yabusaki Hiroshi , Matsuki Atsushi , Bamba Takeo , Nakagawa Satoru 
Published: April 2020

AbstractAimPylorus‐preserving gastrectomy (PPG) is widely used for early gastric cancer located in the middle third of the stomach. The minimization of the extent of gastrectomy may increase the risk of metachronous multiple gastric cancer (MGC). We report the findings of a study that was conducted to evaluate the prevalence of MGC after PPG.MethodsThe clinical data of 533 patients who underwent PPG for gastric cancer between 1993 and 2018 were reviewed. The clinicopathological characteristics at the time of the primary treatment that were predictive of the development of MGC were explored. The median (range) observation period was 112.4 (8.1–290.7) months.ResultsMetachronous MGC was diagnosed in 33 of the 533 patients. The cumulative 5‐year and 10‐year event rates were 3.3% and 6.2%, respectively. The patient gender, presence/absence of synchronous MGC and the macroscopic type of the primary gastric cancer were significantly associated with the risk of development of metachronous MGC. Multivariate analysis identified the presence of synchronous MGC (hazard ratio [HR]: 4.828, 95% confidence interval [CI]; 1.611–12.30, p = 0.004) and Type 0‐IIa primary gastric cancer (HR 2.810, 95% CI; 1.113–7.090, p = 0.029) as independent factors associated with the risk of development of MGC. All the patients could be treated by surgical or endoscopic resection for the metachronous MGC. Recurrence was observed in one patient.ConclusionsThere was quite a few incidence of development of metachronous MGC after PPG. Nevertheless, PPG remains reasonable treatment option, if adequate postoperative surveillance can be ensured.
Autopsy in adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD)
Authors:   On behalf of Association for European Cardiovascular Pathology (AECVP), Angelini Annalisa , di Gioia Cira , Doran Helen , Fedrigo Marny , Henriques de Gouveia Rosa , Ho Siew Yen , Leone Ornella , Sheppard Mary N , Thiene Gaetano , Dimopoulos Konstantinos , Mulder Barbara , Padalino Massimo , van der Wal Allard C 
Published: April 2020

AbstractThe adult congenital heart diseases (ACHD) population is exceeding the pediatric congenital heart diseases (CHD) population and is progressively expanding each year, representing more than 90% of patients with CHD. Of these, about 75% have undergone surgical and/or percutaneous intervention for palliation or correction. Autopsy can be a very challenging procedure in ACHD patients. The approach and protocol to be used may vary depending on whether the pathologists are facing native disease without surgical or percutaneous interventions, but with various degrees of cardiac remodeling, or previously palliated or corrected CHD. Moreover, interventions for the same condition have evolved over the last decades, as has perioperative myocardial preservations and postoperative care, with different long-term sequelae depending on the era in which patients were operated on. Careful clinicopathological correlation is, thus, required to assist the pathologist in performing the autopsy and reaching a diagnosis regarding the cause of death. Due to the heterogeneity of the structural abnormalities, and the wide variety of surgical and interventional procedures, there are no standard methods for dissecting the heart at autopsy. In this paper, we describe the most common types of CHDs that a pathologist could encounter at autopsy, including the various types of surgical and percutaneous procedures and major pathological manifestations. We also propose a practical systematic approach to the autopsy of ACHD patients.
N2H2 binding to the nitrogenase FeMo cluster studied by QM/MM methods
Authors: Cao Lili , Ryde Ulf 
Published: April 2020

AbstractWe have made a systematic combined quantum mechanical and molecular mechanical (QM/MM) investigation of possible structures of the N2 bound state of nitrogenase. We assume that N2 is immediately protonated to a N2H2 state, thereby avoiding the problem of determining the position of the protons in the cluster. We have systematically studied both end-on and side-on structures, as well as both HNNH and NNH2 states. Our results indicate that the binding of N2H2 is determined more by interactions and steric clashes with the surrounding protein than by the intrinsic preferences of the ligand and the cluster. The best binding mode with both the TPSS and B3LYP density-functional theory methods has trans-HNNH terminally bound to Fe2. It is stabilised by stacking of the substrate with His-195 and Ser-278. However, several other structures come rather close in energy (within 3–35 kJ/mol) at least in some calculations: The corresponding cis-HNNH structure terminally bound to Fe2 is second best with B3LYP. A structure with HNNH2 terminally bound to Fe6 is second most stable with TPSS (where the third proton is transferred to the substrate from the homocitrate ligand). Structures with trans-HNNH, bound to Fe4 or Fe6, or cis-HNNH bound to Fe6 are also rather stable. Finally, with the TPSS functional, a structure with cis-HNNH side-on binding to the Fe3–Fe4–Fe5–Fe7 face of the cluster is also rather low in energy, but all side-on structures are strongly disfavoured by the B3LYP method.
Accessibility, usability, and security evaluation of Hungarian government websites
Authors: Csontos Balázs , Heckl István 
Published: April 2020

AbstractPublic sector bodies are increasingly relying on the Internet. On this channel, indispensable information is transmitted to the public and a wide range of services is already available. Therefore, the usability, accessibility, and the security of these websites are very important. Accessibility is particularly crucial for persons with disabilities. The accessibility of public service websites is regulated by a number of laws; among others, the directive “on the accessibility of the websites and mobile applications of public sector bodies” adopted by the European Parliament in 2016. This obliges all European Union member states to make all public sector websites and mobile applications accessible by 23 September 2021. In practice, this means that websites must fulfil the level AA recommendations in WCAG 2.1. In our study, a website assessment method is developed by comparing different analytical tools. With this method, we analysed how Hungarian websites of public sector bodies fulfil the requirements of the directive. We have also investigated how well they comply with usability and security guidelines. The results showed that none of the 25 websites of the examined Hungarian public sector bodies could completely fulfil the recommendations of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and that half of the websites had only the lowest level of compliance in usability tests. From the security point of view, almost half of the websites use outdated server versions and programming language, which is very critical. We have proposed several suggestions to address the major problems, so website developers and administrators can improve the accessibility, usability, and security aspects of these websites.
The prevalence of stroke and related risk factors among residents aged ≥ 40 years in Chongqing, Southwest China
Authors: Yang Yin , Yang Yalan , Jin Ge , Yang Yongtao , Chen Liang , Jiang Zhongbi , Xie Li , Liu Li , Zeng Dewei , Zhan Qunling , Zhong Zhaohui 
Published: April 2020

Abstract
Background
China bears the largest global stroke burden, yet little is known about its rates in Chongqing, southwest China. We aimed to investigate the prevalence and related risk factors for stroke in Chongqing, and to provide evidence for improved formulation of targeted primary preventive measures for stroke.

Methods
In 2015, a cross-sectional study was conducted in Nan’an district, Chongqing. Participants responded to a questionnaire surveying general information and common risk factors for stroke, and related physical examinations were conducted.

Results
Of 25,000 people aged ≥ 40 years who were investigated, 24,859 participants completed the questionnaire and underwent the physical examination. The crude prevalence rate for stroke was 1.71%, and was higher in men than in women (1.9% versus 1.6%). Prevalence rates increased with age (p < 0.001). Multiple logistic regression analysis indicated that too little exercise, hypertension, family history of stroke, and history of transient ischemic attack were stroke risk factors among three groups (men, women, and total participants; all p-values < 0.05). Smoking was a risk factor for men (odds ratio 2.77; 95% Cl 1.46–5.28) and having only attained a primary school or lower education level was a risk factor for women (p < 0.05).

Conclusions
These findings suggest that controlling stroke risk factors for stroke prevention is still crucial. Moreover, this study provides comprehensive resource data for further stroke research in southwest China.
Loneliness in mid-life and older adults from ethnic minority communities in England and Wales: measure validation and prevalence estimates
Authors: Victor Christina R. , Dobbs Christine , Gilhooly Kenneth , Burholt Vanessa 
Published: April 2020

AbstractWe investigated the prevalence of loneliness among 1206 adults aged 40 + from six minority communities in England and Wales: Black Caribbean, Black African, Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi and Chinese. Replicating the approach from the previous studies, we demonstrate robust acceptability, reliability and validity for both the six-item De Jong Gierveld (DJG) and single-item loneliness scales in our six ethnic groups. The prevalence of loneliness using a single-item question (loneliness reported as often/always) ranges from 5% (Indian) to 14% (Chinese) compared with approximately 5% for the general population aged 40 + in Britain. Levels of loneliness are very much higher using the DJG scale. Using a loneliness threshold score of 5 +, the percentage ranged from 13% (Indian) to 36% (Chinese). We explored the importance of six established loneliness vulnerability factors for our sample using regression modelling. Three factors were not associated with loneliness—number of children, gender and health rating, and three factors were protective: younger age, being married and low financial strain. The addition of ethnicity did not change these relationships or enhance statistical power of our models. Being a member of the African Caribbean group was protective against loneliness but not for the other groups included in our study. We suggest that exposure to loneliness vulnerability factors rather than ethnicity per se or measurement artefact underpins differences in loneliness across ethnic groups.
A Pilot Randomised Control Trial of Digitally-Mediated Social Stories for Children on the Autism Spectrum
Authors: Hanrahan R. , Smith E. , Johnson H. , Constantin A. , Brosnan M. 
Published: April 2020

AbstractSocial stories is a widely used intervention for children on the autism spectrum, particularly within an educational context. To date, systematic reviews and meta analyses of the research evaluating social stories has produced mixed results, often due to a lack of methodological rigour and variability in the development and delivery of the social stories. To address the gap in methodological rigour, a pilot Randomised Control Trial (RCT) was conducted, incorporating a social stories intervention group (n = 9 children on the autism spectrum) and an attentional control group who received a poem (n = 6 children on the autism spectrum) using a digital platform to address variability. Digitally-mediated social stories were found to be effective in producing beneficial changes in behaviour outcomes, which were sustained at a six-week follow up.
When “facts” are not facts: what does p value really mean, and how does it deceive us?
Authors: Liao Caiyun , Speirs Andrew L. , Goldsmith Sierra , Silber Sherman J. 
Published: April 2020

AbstractThe recent paper in JAMA alleging that frozen embryo transfer causes twice the risk of childhood cancer in the offspring is an excellent example of the erroneous use of statistical tests (and the misinterpretation of p value) that is common in much of the medical literature, even in very high impact journals. These myths backed by misleading statements of “statistical significance” can cause far-reaching harm to patients and doctors who might not understand the pitfalls of specious statistical testing.
An optimisation-based iterative approach for speckle tracking echocardiography
Authors: Azarmehr Neda , Ye Xujiong , Howes Joseph D. , Docking Benjamin , Howard James P. , Francis Darrel P. , Zolgharni Massoud 
Published: April 2020

AbstractSpeckle tracking is the most prominent technique used to estimate the regional movement of the heart based on echocardiograms. In this study, we propose an optimised-based block matching algorithm to perform speckle tracking iteratively. The proposed technique was evaluated using a publicly available synthetic echocardiographic dataset with known ground-truth from several major vendors and for healthy/ischaemic cases. The results were compared with the results from the classic (standard) two-dimensional block matching. The proposed method presented an average displacement error of 0.57 pixels, while classic block matching provided an average error of 1.15 pixels. When estimating the segmental/regional longitudinal strain in healthy cases, the proposed method, with an average of 0.32 ± 0.53, outperformed the classic counterpart, with an average of 3.43 ± 2.84. A similar superior performance was observed in ischaemic cases. This method does not require any additional ad hoc filtering process. Therefore, it can potentially help to reduce the variability in the strain measurements caused by various post-processing techniques applied by different implementations of the speckle tracking.
Evaluation of the Healing Potential of Myracrodruon urundeuva in Wounds Induced in Male Rats
Authors: Teixeira Monalisa C. , Lopes Maria Janice P. , de Sousa-Júnior Dárcio Luiz , Ribeiro Ana E. S. , Pereira Bruna S. , de Aquino Pedro Everson A. , de Aquino Nayara C. , Silveira Edilberto R. , Leal Luzia Kaline A. M. , de B. Viana Glauce Socorro 
Published: April 2020

AbstractMyracrodruon urundeuva Allemão, Anacardiaceae, is popularly known as “aroeira-do-sertão”. It is a common species in the state of Ceará and widely used for its anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer, astringent, anti-allergic, and antidiarrheal activities and also in the treatment of skin wounds. The aim of this study was to evaluate the healing effect of the cream prepared with the decoction from the stem bark of a 7-year-old cultivated M. urundeuva in rats submitted to excisional wounds. Male Wistar rats were divided into three groups: sham group, which did not received a treatment; 10% “aroeira” cream group, which received application of the plant cream; and control group, which received application of the base cream. The animals had their skin fragments (8 mm in diameter) removed, and each group was observed at 2, 7, and 12 days after surgery. The macroscopic analysis was performed with a digital paquimeter. The fragments of newly formed tissue were removed from the skin for slides processing and hematoxylin-eosin (HE) and picrosirius red staining techniques, in order to verify the effect of the 10% “aroeira” cream in different stages of the healing process. Macroscopic analyses demonstrated a decrease in the area of the 10% “aroeira” cream treated wounds, compared with controls. In addition, the histological study evidenced an improvement in the inflammatory aspects (infiltrate, edema, hemorrhage), in this treated group, as well as the presence of a new epithelium and a greater intensity in collagen deposition. Thus, a favorable effect was observed regarding the use of 10% “aroeira” cream in the cicatricial process of cutaneous wounds in rats, modulating the inflammatory response of healing and accelerating tissue repair of experimental excisional skin wounds.
Characterizing healthcare delivery in the United States using Census Bureau’s County Business Patterns (2000–2016)
Authors: KC Astha , Schaefer Melissa K. , Stone Nimalie D. , Perz Joseph 
Published: April 2020

AbstractBackground:The US Census Bureau’s County Business Patterns (CBP) series provides a unique opportunity to describe the healthcare sector using a single, national data source.Methods:We analyzed CBP data on business establishments in the healthcare industry for 2000–2016 for all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Setting and facility types were defined using the North American Industry Classification System.Results:In 2016, CBP enumerated 707,634 US healthcare establishments (a 34% increase from 2000); 86.5% were outpatient facilities and services followed by long-term care facilities (12.5%) and acute-care facilities (1.0%). Between 2000 and 2016, traditional facilities such as general medical surgical and surgical hospitals (−0.4%) and skilled nursing facilities (+0.1%) decreased or remained flat, while other long-term care and outpatient providers grew rapidly.Conclusion:This analysis highlights the steady growth and increased specialization of the US healthcare sector, particularly in long-term care and outpatient settings.