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First principles study of cubic RaHfO3 perovskite for Structural, Electronic, Mechanical, Thermodynamic and Optical properties
Authors: Munshi Md. Rajib , Masud Md Al , Hossain Md. Zakir 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

We have conducted a comprehensive investigation of the RaHfO3 crystal using density-functional theory (DFT). Our study includes analyzing various properties, such as geometrical, electronic, mechanical, thermodynamics and optical properties. To achieve this, we have employed various techniques such as GGA with PBE, RPBE, PBE sol and hybrid B3LYP. The indirect energy bandgap values of RaHfO3 are 2.247 eV, 2.178 eV, 2.095 eV and 3.520 eV, obtained using different computational methods such as PBE, RPBE, PBE sol and B3LYP. Using total and partial density analysis, the atomic orbital nature of the Ra, Hf and O atoms in RaHfO3 was determined. Through the estimation of the Mulliken population charge, a deeper understanding of the bonding characteristics of RaHfO3 has been achieved. After applying the Born mechanical stability criterion, it was found that the RaHfO3 crystal exhibits mechanical stability. An analysis of the ductile strength has been carried out by examining the critical limits of Poisson and Pugh's ratios, revealing the inherent elastic anisotropy characteristics. The thermodynamic stability and thermodynamic states were determined using thermos-physical parameters. Thorough examinations of the optical properties have been carried out using different approaches, leading to definitive conclusions that RaHfO3 demonstrates exceptional effectiveness in absorbing ultraviolet and visible light.
Federated Learning-Based Ransomware Detection via Indicators of Compromise
Authors: Koike Shota , Tanaka Hanako , Maeda Misaki 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Ransomware attacks have become increasingly prevalent and sophisticated, posing significant threats to data security and organizational operations worldwide. Leveraging a federated learning-based approach, this research presents a novel and significant advancement in ransomware detection by utilizing network and file system indicators of compromise while ensuring data privacy. The methodology involves the decentralized training of machine learning models across multiple clients, which enhances the model's robustness and adaptability to various ransomware attack scenarios. Extensive experiments and evaluations demonstrate the high accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-scores achieved by the proposed model, showcasing its effectiveness in real-world applications. The innovative combination of preprocessing, feature engineering, and sophisticated machine learning techniques within a federated learning framework results in a scalable and privacy-preserving solution capable of addressing the dynamic and evolving landscape of ransomware threats. This study contributes valuable insights into the development of effective ransomware detection systems, emphasizing the importance of collaborative and decentralized learning techniques in enhancing cybersecurity defenses.
MSBoost: Using Model Selection with Multiple Base Estimators for Gradient Boosting
Authors: Agnij  
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Gradient boosting is a widely used machine learning algorithm for tabular regression, classification and ranking. Although, most of the open source implementations of gradient boosting such as XGBoost, LightGBM and others have used decision trees as the sole base estimator for gradient boosting. This paper, for the first time, takes an alternative path of not just relying on a static base estimator (usually decision tree), and rather trains a list of models in parallel on the residual errors of the previous layer and then selects the model with the least validation error as the base estimator for a particular layer. This paper has achieved \textit{state-of-the-art} results when compared to other gradient boosting implementations on 50+ tabular regression and classification datasets. Furthermore, ablation studies show that MSBoost is particularly effective for small and noisy datasets. Thereby, it has a significant social impact especially in tabular machine learning problems in the domains where it is not feasible to obtain large high quality datasets.
PLCE1-AS2 and LINC01605 modulate the function of RPGR in the organelle biogenesis signaling pathway in gastric cancer samples
Authors: AlimardaniBirgani Zeinab , Zamanzadeh Zahra , Abkar Morteza , Azadeh Mansoureh 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background: Gastric cancer (GC) represents a significant cause of cancer-related mortality globally, underscoring the pressing need for innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are increasingly recognized as promising biomarkers due to their pivotal roles in gene expression regulation. This study examines GC specimens' expression and interactions with two novel lncRNAs (PLCE1-AS2 and LINC01605).
Methods: The study utilized microarray analysis (GSE208099) and high-throughput gene expression assessment (ENCORI database) to select and validate novel lncRNAs in GC samples. A lncRNA-mRNA interaction analysis was conducted to identify coding targets of the chosen lncRNAs (lncRRIsearch). The selected lncRNAs' primary target and associated proteins (extracted via STRING) were analyzed using Enrichr to determine related signaling pathways. Validation was further achieved using a qRT-PCR experiment on 20 GC samples and 20 adjacent normal samples.
Results: PLCE1-AS2 and LINC01605 exhibited significantly high expression in GC with log fold changes (logFC) of 2.265 (adj. P-value: 0.00023) and 3.659 (adj. P-value: 0.00266), respectively. Further validation by ENCORI and qRT-PCR experiments corroborated the microarray findings. PLCE1-AS2 and LINC01605 were found to regulate the expression of RPGR mRNA, a crucial protein in the "Organelle Biogenesis and Assembly Signaling Pathway," specifically influencing the "cilium assembly" process. According to receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis, PLCE1-AS2 (AUC: 0.7800, p-value: 0.0024) and LINC01605 (AUC: 0.7350, p-value: 0.0110) could serve as potential diagnostic biomarkers for GC.
Conclusion: PLCE1-AS2 and LINC01605 can be promising diagnostic biomarkers for GC. Additionally, these lncRNAs may influence the development of GC through the modulation of organelle biogenesis.
Appraising the eco-health of Tigris River water using pollution indicators and the health risk assessment model
Authors: Ahmed Salwa H. , Abed Mahmood F. , Sharif Salah Farhan A. , Ibrahim Ahmed K. 
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT
The Tigris River is a major source for supplying water for various purposes (drinking, domestic, industrial, and agricultural) for many cities and villages, and evaluating its water for human use is an important goal. For assessment purposes, nine stations, nine elements, four eco-health pollution indicators, and a health risk assessment model were chosen to evaluate the Tigris River's water environmentally and healthily in three governorates, namely Nineveh, Salah Al-Din, and Baghdad, in April 2023. The results of pollution indicators like the heavy metal pollution index, metal index, synthetic pollution index, and Nemerow Index showed that the Al-Qayyarah and Baiji sites were distinguished by higher values compared to the other stations. High concentrations of cadmium and lead, above the permissible limits for drinking water according to the World Health Organization, have clearly affected the values of pollution indicators. This research showed that there are non-carcinogenic risks to children from drinking water in the Qayyarah and Baiji stations due to the hazard quotient exceeding 1, while there are no risks to adults. Regarding the use of Tigris River water for bathing purposes, the risk quotient value was ,1 for all study stations, indicating that there are no risks to children and adults.
Variability in excitation–emission spectra among wastewater treatment units and applications of fluorescence-based water quality monitoring
Authors: Faizel Haya , Balkhi Syed Arwa A. , Vijayanandan Arya 
Published: June 2024

ABSTRACT
The study assessed the feasibility of fluorescence spectroscopy for characterizing the wastewater of functional wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) as a real-time monitoring aspect. Peak picking and fluorescence regional integration (FRI) techniques are employed on 3D excitation–emission matrix (EEM) contours in understanding the variations of dissolved organic matter (DOM) of wastewater. Results demonstrate significant reductions in treated wastewater traits, including 94.38% of total suspended solids (TSS), 83.27% of dissolved organic carbon (DOC), and 85.38% of chemical oxygen demand (COD). The microbial analysis detected fecal and total coliforms in the effluent, highlighting the need for continuous monitoring and treatment. However, the biodegradable organic components decrease significantly, with protein-like peaks T1 and B1 intensities declining by 62.17 and 71.7%, respectively, during secondary treatment and further diminishing during tertiary treatment. Conversely, peaks associated with refractory humic and protein-bound components increased after tertiary treatment due to the formation of secondary products. The humification index (HIX) rises from influent to effluent, indicating a reduced carbon-to-nitrogen ratio. At the same time, the biological index (BIX) remained consistent, indicating microbial activity as a significant DOM contributor. The study establishes fluorescence spectroscopy as a promising and rapid monitoring tool for understanding DOM in WWTPs and optimizing treatment effectiveness.
Digital Gaming and Exercise Among Youth With Type 1 Diabetes: Cross-Sectional Analysis of Data From the Type 1 Diabetes Exercise Initiative Pediatric Study
Authors: Patton Susana R , Gal Robin L , Bergford Simon , Calhoun Peter , Clements Mark A , Sherr Jennifer L , Riddell Michael C 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Background
Regular physical activity and exercise are fundamental components of a healthy lifestyle for youth living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Yet, few youth living with T1D achieve the daily minimum recommended levels of physical activity. For all youth, regardless of their disease status, minutes of physical activity compete with other daily activities, including digital gaming. There is an emerging area of research exploring whether digital games could be displacing other physical activities and exercise among youth, though, to date, no studies have examined this question in the context of youth living with T1D.

Objective
We examined characteristics of digital gaming versus nondigital gaming (other exercise) sessions and whether youth with T1D who play digital games (gamers) engaged in less other exercise than youth who do not (nongamers), using data from the Type 1 Diabetes Exercise Initiative Pediatric study.

Methods
During a 10-day observation period, youth self-reported exercise sessions, digital gaming sessions, and insulin use. We also collected data from activity wearables, continuous glucose monitors, and insulin pumps (if available).

Results
The sample included 251 youths with T1D (age: mean 14, SD 2 y; self-reported glycated hemoglobin A1c level: mean 7.1%, SD 1.3%), of whom 105 (41.8%) were female. Youth logged 123 digital gaming sessions and 3658 other exercise (nondigital gaming) sessions during the 10-day observation period. Digital gaming sessions lasted longer, and youth had less changes in glucose and lower mean heart rates during these sessions than during other exercise sessions. Youth described a greater percentage of digital gaming sessions as low intensity (82/123, 66.7%) when compared to other exercise sessions (1104/3658, 30.2%). We had 31 youths with T1D who reported at least 1 digital gaming session (gamers) and 220 youths who reported no digital gaming (nongamers). Notably, gamers engaged in a mean of 86 (SD 43) minutes of other exercise per day, which was similar to the minutes of other exercise per day reported by nongamers (mean 80, SD 47 min).

Conclusions
Digital gaming sessions were longer in duration, and youth had less changes in glucose and lower mean heart rates during these sessions when compared to other exercise sessions. Nevertheless, gamers reported similar levels of other exercise per day as nongamers, suggesting that digital gaming may not fully displace other exercise among youth with T1D.
A Six-Year Follow-Up of Bloodstream Infections in Hemodialysis Facilities in the United States, National Healthcare Safety Network, 2020
Authors: Keenan John , Barbre Kira A. , Dollard Philip , Hoxworth Tamara , Qureshi Iram , Dunham Lindsay , O'Leary Erin , Nuwoaty Selom Agbobli , Bagchi Suparna , Edwards Jonathan , Meng Lu , Benin Andrea , Bell Jeneita 
Published: June 2024

Key Points

In 2020, 7183 hemodialysis facilities in the United States reported bloodstream infection data for over five million patient-months to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network.Pooled mean bloodstream infection rates per 100 patient-months ranged from 0.12 among patients with arteriovenous fistulas to 0.80 among patients with central venous catheters.Rates of bloodstream infection were lower than predicted overall and in almost all states and territories.

Background
Approximately 500,000 people in the United States undergoing hemodialysis are at risk of bloodstream infections (BSIs). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Healthcare Safety Network conducts surveillance for BSIs among outpatient hemodialysis facilities in the United States. Quality improvement initiatives encourage these facilities to adopt evidence-based interventions to decrease the incidence of BSI in patients. We describe the incidence of BSI among patients at outpatient hemodialysis facilities in the United States during 2020, stratified by state or territory.

Methods
Outpatient hemodialysis facilities report BSI events to the National Healthcare Safety Network. Pooled mean rates with 95% confidence interval (CI) were calculated overall and for each type of vascular access (arteriovenous [AV] fistula, AV graft, or a central venous catheter). Standardized infection ratios (SIRs) were calculated as observed BSI events divided by the predicted number of events on the basis of national aggregate data. Median facility-level SIRs and 95% CIs were stratified by state and US territory.

Results
During 2020, 7183 outpatient hemodialysis facilities reported data for 5,235,234 patient-months with 15,181 BSI events. Pooled mean rates per 100 person-months were 0.29 (95% CI, 0.29 to 0.30) overall, 0.80 (95% CI, 0.78 to 0.82) for central venous catheter, 0.12 (95% CI, 0.12 to 0.12) for AV fistula, 0.21 (95% CI, 0.20 to 0.22) for AV graft, and 0.28 (95% CI, 0.19–0.40) for other access types. The national SIR was 0.40 (95% CI, 0.39 to 0.41). South Dakota had a SIR significantly higher than one (1.34; 95% CI, 1.11 to 1.62). Fifty-one of 54 states and territories had BSI SIR significantly lower than one.

Conclusions
In 2020, the median SIR for BSI in US outpatient hemodialysis facilities was lower than predicted overall and in almost all states and territories. An elevated SIR was identified in South Dakota.
Rendimiento de maíz y cambios en los atributos químicos del suelo fertilizado con lodo de malta
Authors: Fortes Neto Paulo , Lucia Perondi Fortes Nara , Aparecida de Carvalho e Silva Lucilene 
Published: June 2024

Contextualización: el lodo de malta es un material orgánico que contiene nutrientes para las plantas, así que su utilización como fertilizante orgánico se presenta como una alternativa a los vertederos, ya que durante el procesamiento los residuos no entran en contacto con los organismos patógenos ni con los metales pesados.

Vacío de conocimiento: son escasos los estudios para evaluar los lodos de maltería como abono orgánico; por otro lado, la mayoría de los trabajos se han realizado con lodos de saneamiento generados por el sistema de tratamiento de efluentes y sanitarios urbanos.

Propósito: evaluación del rendimiento del maíz y de la fertilidad del suelo fertilizado con dosis de lodos en comparación con la fertilización mineral.

Metodología: el experimento se realizó en un diseño de bloques al azar con cinco tratamientos (T1 = sin fertilización; T2 = fertilización mineral; T3 = 24 Mg ha-1 de lodos; T4 = 48 Mg ha-1 de lodos y T5 = 72 Mg ha-1 de lodos) y cuatro repeticiones. En la siembra se distribuyeron 9 semillas por metro lineal y un espaciado de 0,80 cm entre hileras. A los 100 días después de la siembra, se recogieron las espigas de diez plantas situadas dentro de la parcela útil para extraer los granos. Los granos se introdujeron en una estufa a 65 °C hasta alcanzar un peso constante para determinar la masa seca. El rendimiento se estimó extrapolando los datos de masa seca de los granos de la parcela útil a una hectárea. Se recogieron muestras de suelo para evaluar su fertilidad. Los resultados se sometieron a análisis de varianza y las diferencias entre medias a la prueba de Tukey al 5%.

Resultados y conclusiones: el rendimiento de grano obtenido con 24, 48 y 72 Mg ha-1 de lodos fue 18,67, 28,00 y 40,66% superior a los observados con fertilización mineral. Los rendimientos de grano con las dosis de lodos estuvieron dentro del rendimiento medio observado en Brasil. La dosis de lodo aumentaron la disponibilidad de fósforo de 26,7 mg dm-3 en el suelo con fertilización mineral a 94,0 mg dm-3 con 72 Mg ha-1 de lodo, respectivamente. Sobre la base de estos resultados, se desprende que los lodos tienen calidad agronómica y que la dosis de 24 Mg ha-1 optimizó la productividad del maíz.
México y la Sociedad de Naciones
Authors: Nuñez de Prado Clavell Sara 
Published: June 2024

La Sociedad de Naciones se instaura en 1920, pero México no está entre los países invitados a unirse, debido, entre otras razones a su actitud durante la guerra relacionado con sus simpatías hacia Alemania y sobre todo con el triunfo de la revolución en el país y las consecuencias que ello podía tener para terceros países, como por ejemplo Estados Unidos. Con el paso del tiempo, México se va relacionando cada vez más con la organización, hasta que en 1931, superando tanto las reticencias de algunos miembros de la Sociedad de Naciones, como las del propio México, que se sentía maltratado desde que había sido excluido en 1920, el país ingresa como miembro de pleno derecho. Este trabajo se centra tanto en este proceso de acercamiento, como en el papel que el estado mexicano realiza ya como miembro de la Liga de Naciones.
Does Creativity and Product Innovation Build Business Continuity? Investigation of Samarinda Weaving Craft
Authors: Zainurossalamia Za Saida , Tricahyadinata Irsan , Robiansyah Robiansyah 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
In practice, it is often found that the iconic woven sarong products from Samarinda still produce classic models without any new breakthroughs according to tastes, interests across generations, and market segmentation. Until now, another obstacle has been the difficulty of finding skilled artisans to modernize Samarinda’s woven sarongs. Following up on these dynamics, the manuscript aims to explore the causality between creativity and product innovation on the business continuity of the Samarinda woven sarong craft. In the study context, the independent variable is modified to include creativity and product innovation, while the dependent variable is focused on business continuity. To project the effect of creativity and product innovation on business continuity, a purposive sampling approach was associated with 261 sarong-woven craftswomen in Samarinda who still exist today. From the existing interview data, the data is tabulated using a multiple linear regression technique. Quantitative evidence shows that creativity has a significant effect on business continuity in the Samarinda woven sarong craft, but product innovation has an insignificant effect on business continuity in the Samarinda woven sarong craft. The implications for the future can be evaluated based on this research. Then, further theoretical insights can be expanded by exploring factors beyond creativity and product innovation.
Do Satisfied Visitors Intend to Revisit a Large Sports Event? A Case Study of a Large Sports Event In Indonesia
Authors: Pahrudin Pahrudin , Wang Chia-Chun , Liu Li-Wei , Lu Chien , Hak Muhamad Bai’ul 
Published: June 2024

Abstract
Only a few studies on large sports tourism explore motorsport events such as the Moto Grand Prix. The present study addresses this gap by examining the factors influencing visitors’ satisfaction and intention to revisit related to the large sports event of MotoGP, Indonesia. The data were collected from visitors who had attended the MotoGP event in Indonesia using an online questionnaire with purposive sampling. The partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) analysis was applied in this study to analyze the data. The findings indicate that hospitality, accessibility, and attraction significantly influenced visitor satisfaction at the MotoGP sports event in Mandalika, Indonesia. However, the factors of hospitality, infrastructure, accessibility, and attraction are insignificant where it concerns visitors’ intention to revisit. Moreover, satisfaction successfully influences visitors to revisit the MotoGP event in Indonesia. This study contributes to research on sports event management in large sports events by examining the factors that influence satisfaction and intention to revisit in the context of the MotoGP sports event, and contributes both theoretically and practically to research on sports events and tourism.
Utilization of Probiotics in Relieving Post-Colonoscopy Gastrointestinal Symptoms: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Authors: Muzellina Virly Nanda , Alvianto Steven , Widjanarko Nicolas Daniel 
Published: June 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Colonoscopy is regarded as a safe diagnostic and therapeutic procedure, nevertheless, some patients may still encounter post-colonoscopy gastrointestinal symptoms. This study aimed to evaluate the utilization of probiotics before and after colonoscopy to relieve those symptoms.

Methodology
This study was conducted using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) 2020 guidelines. Included studies were all interventional studies examining the effects of probiotics use before and after colonoscopy. Articles were retrieved from MEDLINE, EBSCO-Host, Cochrane, ProQuest, and Google Scholar electronic databases, utilized specific keywords (
“
Probiotic
” OR “
Probiotics
”) AND (“
Colonoscopy
” OR “
Colonoscopies
”). The Cochrane Risk of Bias (RoB) 2 and Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) Critical Appraisal tools were used for study quality assessment, as well as Review Manager (RevMan) 5.4 to perform the meta-analysis.

Results
A total of ten studies were included in this systematic review. Six studies assessed the effect of probiotics consumption after colonoscopy, three examined the impact before colonoscopy, and one study assessed both. The most common type of probiotics used were Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium. Quantitative synthesis of probiotics before colonoscopy showed no significant differences among bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting symptoms (p=0.49, p=0.14, p=0.30, and p=0.42, respectively). Similarly, quantitative synthesis of probiotics after colonoscopy showed no significant differences in bloating and abdominal pain (p=0.16 and p=0.63, respectively).

Conclusions
Probiotic administration pre- and post-colonoscopy exhibited preliminary evidence for reducing gastrointestinal symptoms, but a quantitative synthesis revealed non-significant findings, necessitating further investigations.