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Comparative assessment of landslide susceptibility of West Sikkim using three machine learning techniques
Authors: Goswami Asutosh , Sen Suhel , Majumder Priyanka 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Natural disasters are responsible for disturbing the foundation of a stable system which affects man to a large extent. Man usually has no control on natural disasters. However, if precautionary measures are taken in advance, then the colossal loss of human lives and property caused by a disaster can be averted. In the world of rapidly developing technology, several machine learning algorithms along with GIS and Remote Sensing has been used by researchers to prepare disaster susceptibility map which in turn aided in adoption of appropriate mitigation measures. The present research work aimed for the preparation of landslide susceptibility map of West Sikkim district of Sikkim state in India by using three machine learning techniques namely Frequency Ratio (FR), Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Critic method. The study revealed that all these three techniques are ideal for landslide susceptibility mapping with AUC values of 0.824 for FR, 0.739 for AHP and 0.757 for Critic and hence concluded that FR is the best machine learning algorithm that can be used for preparing landslide susceptibility maps.
Selmer group associated to the Chow group of certain codimension two cycles
Authors: BANERJEE KALYAN , CHAKRABORTY KALYAN 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Let X be a surface with geometric genus and irregularity zero which is defined over a number field K. Let X denote a smooth spread of X over OK[1/f] for some element f ∈ OK and A2 stands for the group of algebraically trivial cycles on schemes modulo rational equivalence. If j∗ : A2(X) → A2(X) be the flat pull-back corresponding to the embedding j : X ,→ X then we prove that im(j∗)(K)/A2(X)(K) is a torsion group. Here im(j∗)(K),A2(X)(K) stand for the cycles fixed under the action of the absolute Galois group.
Comparison of stress tolerance of hybrid and selfed offspring of two populations of Litopenaeus vannamei
Authors: Shi Miao , Jiang Song , Jiang Shigui , Yang Qibin , Li Yundong , Zhou Falin 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Litopenaeus vannamei collected from Thailand (T) and the United States (M) were uesd as parents, four progeny populations of TT, MM, TM and MT were constructed by diallel cross, with a total of 20 families. The tolerance of young shrimp to high ammonia-N, high pH and low salt was compared through 96 h acute toxicity test, the heterosis of each mating combination was analyzed, and the tolerance of parents and offspring was evaluated.The results showed that under 96 h of high ammonia-N, high pH, and low salt stress, the mortality rates of each family were 19.52%–92.22%, 23.29%–92.58%, and 19.95%–80.17%, respectively. There were significant differences in the tolerance of different families to ammonia-N, pH, and salinity stress (P < 0.05). The population with a female parent from the United States has stronger tolerance to ammonia-N, pH, and low salt stress than the population with a female parent from Thailand. The population with a male parent from Thailand has weaker tolerance to pH and low salt stress than the population with a male parent from the United States, but is superior to the population with a male parent from the United States under ammonia-N stress. The heterosis rates of the hybrid population TM in acute high ammonia-N, high pH and low salinity were 81.67%, 44.89% and −10.18%, respectively; The heterosis rate of MT population was 14.89%, 38.82% and −8.09%, respectively. The overall resistance of the four populations showed MM > MT > TT > TM. The population TM has obvious heterosis in high ammonia-N and high pH tolerance traits, and the family MM7 has strong low salt tolerance, so it can be considered as a candidate family for subsequent breeding work. The experimental results provide a basis for screening new strains of vannamei shrimp with strong stress resistance through family breeding.
Uterine-derived exosomes induce the M2 polarization of macrophages via miR210-3p to promote the development of endometriosis
Authors: Chen Shengnan , Jiang Ying , Chai Xiaoshan , Chen Zhaoying , Tian Hao , Liu Min , Zhu Tianyu , ShangGuan Wanwan , Wu Xianqing 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Background
Endometriosis development is associated with peritoneal immune microenvironment abnormality. However, the specific mechanism is uncertain. Investigating peritoneal immune microenvironment regulation mechanisms could introduce novel therapeutic strategies for effective endometriosis treatment.
Methods
Wound healing assay, Transwell, colony formation were carried out to assess cells invasion and proliferation. Western blotting analysis and ELISA were used to evaluate cells resistance to progesterone. Endometriosis C57BL6 mouse model was conducted to assess the impact of peritoneal inflammatory environment and macrophage miR-210-3p on ectopic lesion implantation and growth. miRNA and proteomics sequencing were carried out to verify the potential mechanisms influencing the development of endometriosis.
Results
Medium conditioned of peritoneal macrophages from patients with endometriosis, as well as the medium conditioned of macrophages treated with uterine-derived exosomes of endometriosis patients, promoted the proliferation, invasion and progesterone resistance of cells. Interestingly, Uterine-derived exosomes of endometriosis patients increased miR-210-3p expression in peritoneal macrophages. In vivo experiments confirmed that macrophages lentivirally transduced with miR-210-3p inhibitor can significantly decrease the number and volume of endometriotic lesions. Mechanistically, miR-210-3p significantly induced M2 macrophage polarization by inhibiting the expression of ATP5D, and promoted cells migration.
Conclusions
Uterine-derived exosomes of endometriosis patients upregulated the expression of miR-210-3p in peritoneal macrophages to inhibit ATP5D, driving macrophages polarization towards M2 and promoting the development of endometriosis.
Decrease in Effective Renal Perfusion Pressure is Associated with Increased Acute Kidney Injury In Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery
Authors: Dang Phat , Lopez Balbino , Togashi Kei 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Purpose: To evaluate the relationship between intraabdominal pressure (IAP) and renal perfusion indices and postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) in cardiac patients.
Methods: In a prospective cohort study conducted at a single academic institution, we collected data from adult patients undergoing open-heart operations with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) at our institution from February 2022 to April 2022 using the Accuryn SmartFoley system. Patients on mechanical support devices, pregnant patients, and patients on hemodialysis were excluded. Demographics, hemodynamics, and mean airway pressures (mAir) were measured at the beginning of the cardiac operations and during the first 4 hours of ICU. Renal perfusion indices were then calculated (Mean Perfusion Pressure (MPP) = MAP – CVP; Abdominal Perfusion Pressure (APP) = MAP – IAP; effective Renal Perfusion Pressure (eRPP) = MAP - (CVP + mAir + IAP)). Length of stay (LOS) were measured from the day of surgery to ICU discharge (ICU LOS) and hospital discharge (hospital LOS).
Results: During the first 4 hours of ICU stay, the non-AKI group had lower IAP and higher renal perfusion indices (MPP, APP, and eRPP). Logistic regression showed high perfusion pressures correlated with lower postoperative AKI (all OR < 1, p<0.05). Postoperative AKI group also had significantly longer ICU LOS (7.33 vs. 4.57 days) and hospital LOS (17.0 vs. 10.2 days).
Conclusion: Renal perfusion indices are a promising tool to predict postoperative AKI in cardiac surgery patients.
Ribosomal protein dynamics and its association with actin filaments and local translation in axonal growth cones of dorsal root ganglia neurons
Authors: Hoshi Osamu , Takei Nobuyuki 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Local translation in growth cones plays a critical role in responses to extracellular stimuli, such as axon guidance cues. We previously showed that brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) activates translation and enhances novel protein synthesis through the activation of mammalian target of rapamycin complex 1 signaling in growth cones of dorsal root ganglion neurons. In this study, we focused on ribosomal protein S6 (RPS6), ribosomal protein P0/1/2 (RPP0/1/2), and actin filaments to determine how localization of ribosomal proteins changes with overall protein synthesis induced by BDNF and nerve growth factor. Our quantitative analysis using immunocytochemistry and super-resolution microscopy indicated that RPS6, RPP0/1/2, and actin tend to colocalize in the absence of stimulation, and that these ribosomal proteins tend to dissociate from actin when local protein synthesis is promoted. We propose that this is because the ribosome is turned into an actively translating ribosome (polysome) by the protein synthesis machinery. This study further clarifies the role of cytoskeletal components in local translation and will inform the study of neurological disorders associated with cytoskeletal disruption.
Decompressive craniectomy for massive neonatal arterial ischemic stroke: a case report
Authors: Takahashi Goro , Ito Shoko , Takahashi Tstutomu , Inamasu Joji 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
While perinatal arterial ischemic stroke occurs relatively commonly, its mid- or long-term outcomes have rarely been reported. Because of the accommodative mechanisms of a neonate skull against increases in intracranial pressure (ICP), conservative management has almost always been recommended for patients with perinatal arterial ischemic stroke, even when the infarction volume is massive. However, recent studies have suggested that their functional outcomes are unfavorable. Here, we report a case of massive neonatal arterial ischemic stroke (NAIS) for which decompressive craniectomy (DC) was performed successfully. The patient, a 2260-g girl born full-term with a 5-min Apgar score of 10, suddenly became apneic on the third day after birth. Imaging studies revealed the infarction of the right middle cerebral artery territory. DC without dural opening allowed for accommodating ICP increases, and apnea disappeared shortly after surgery. Spontaneous ossification over the removed bone flap occurred by 35 days, making cranioplasty unnecessary. One year after surgery, no significant delay in the patient’s developmental milestone was noted. This is the first report on the use of DC for massive NAIS. Unlike adults, DC may not be a life-saving procedure in patients with massive NAIS. Rather, DC may play an important role in improving functional outcomes by mitigating ischemic progression, and DC without dural opening may be a safe procedure worth being replicated.
Exploring barriers of adherence to Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy (ACT) with one day primaquine treatment for Plasmodium falciparum malaria and compliance to vector control among marginalized tribal communities in East Central India
Authors: Panigrahi Dilip Kumar , N. Shriram A. , Baig Mustafa , B Vijaya Kumar , Kumar Ashwani 
Published: June 2023

Abstract

Background Artemisinin Based Combination Therapy (ACT) compounds, have been observed to produce rapid therapeutic response, introduced over the past few years against chloroquine resistantPlasmodium falciparum.In India, malaria treatment by Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) in remote and tribal villages has expanded the use of ACTs for the management of uncomplicated malaria. To maximize its effectiveness, patients’ adherence to the treatment regimen is central. Measures should therefore be taken to ensure and monitor the use of ACT to avoid the emergence of resistance/treatment failure. The present study assessed the level of adherence to ACT treatment, including the respondents’ compliance to vector control interventions. Methods The research team visited the houses of pre-diagnosedP. falciparuminfected malaria patients, treated by the Community Health Centres with ACT plus primaquine, on the 4th day post treatment. Adherence to the drug regimen was observed on the spot and the patients were interviewed using a semi-structured questionnaire on malaria and their compliance to the ongoing vector control intervention. Rapid diagnostic tests and peripheral blood smear collection were conducted to ascertain whether the patient was cleared of parasitaemia post treatment. Results 76.5% of the patients were found adhering to the drug regimen. Over 80% of the respondents informed mosquito that bite was one of the causes of malaria and felt it is a serious disease. Only 0.7% of the respondents preferred traditional to ACT medicines for malaria treatment. Lack of space, damaged nets, and use of mosquito repellents were the major reasons of the non-usage of Insecticide-Treated Nets(ITNs). Only 1.6% of the respondents had permitted for indoor residual spray(IRS) in all rooms of their houses. 27.3% of the respondents had permitted spraying their houses partially. Conclusion Too many tablets was the major reason for non-adherence to the ACT regimen. Strengthening information, education, and communication/behaviour change communication could enhance drug adherence, improving LLIN use rate, and acceptance to IRS. One of the important take away from the current study was the paradigm shift in preference to ACT from traditional medicines for malaria treatment.
A Survey on Knowledge-Enhanced Multimodal Learning
Authors: Lymperaiou Maria , Stamou Giorgos 
Published: June 2023

Abstract

Multimodal learning has been a field of increasing interest, aiming to combine various modalities in a single joint representation. Especially in the area of visi-olinguistic (VL) learning multiple models and techniques have been developed, targeting a variety of tasks that involve images and text. VL models have reached unprecedented performances by extending the idea of Transformers, so that both modalities can learn from each other. Massive pre-training procedures enable VL models to acquire a certain level of real-world understanding, although many gaps can be identified: the limited comprehension of commonsense, factual, temporal and other everyday knowledge aspects questions the extendability of VL tasks. Knowledge graphs and other knowledge sources can fill those gaps by explicitly providing missing information, unlocking novel capabilities of VL models. In the same time, knowledge graphs enhance explainability, fairness and validity of decision making, issues of outermost importance for such complex implementations. The current survey aims to unify the fields of VL representation learning and knowledge graphs, and provides a taxonomy and analysis of knowledge-enhanced VL models.
Surface tension of metals at high temperatures
Authors: Volpp Joerg 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Surface tension is a material property that is needed to describe fluid behaviour, which impacts industrial processes, in which molten material is created, such as thermal cutting, welding and Additive Manufacturing. In particular when using metals, the material properties at high temperatures are often not known. This is partly because of limited possibilities to measure those properties, limitations of temperature measurement methods and a lack of theoretical models that describe the circumstances at such high temperatures sufficiently. When using beam heat sources, such as a laser beam, temperatures far above the melting temperature are reached. Therefore, it is mandatory to know the material properties at such high temperatures in order to describe the material behaviour in models and gain understanding of the occurring effects. Therefore, in this work, an experimental surface wave evaluation method is suggested in combination with thermal measurements in order to derive surface tension values of steel at higher temperatures than reported in literature. The evaluation of gravity-capillary waves in high-speed video recordings show a steeper decrease of surface tension values than the extrapolation of literature values would predict, while the surface tension values seem not to decrease further above boiling temperature. Using a simplified molecular dynamic model based on pair correlation, a similar tendency of surface values was observed, which indicates that the surface tension is an effect requiring at least two atomic layers. The observed and calculated decreasing trend of the surface tension indicates an exponential relation between surface tension and temperature.
A preliminary study of target delineation of glioblastoma based on peritumoral edema
Authors: Zhang Haibo , Hao Shanhu , Xu Ying , Yang Defu , Sun Ying , Zhang Peng , Yan Ying 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Background
To introduce a simple glioblastoma target delineation method based on peritumoral edema.
Methods
First, a postoperative glioblastoma patient was selected, the target volume was delineated using three methods (RTOG method, EORTC method, and the method of this study), and radiotherapy plans were formulated. The dose distributions of each schedule were compared. Then, patients treated with the delineation method recommended in this study were retrospectively analyzed, and progression-free survival and overall survival were determined.
Results
The high-dose region distributions of the 3 plans were RTOG method > EORTC method > this study, as was the low-dose region. Thirty-three patients were included in the retrospective study, and the median progression-free survival and overall survival were 12 and 25 months, respectively.
Conclusions
Our study suggests that delineating the target volume for glioblastoma radiotherapy based on peritumoral edema is a good choice.
Comparative Microbiota Analyses in Rats Administered S. Typhimurium 14028 and its dam and seqA Mutants
Authors: Yanık Hafize Dilşad , Akçelik Nefise , Has Elif Gamze , Akçelik Mustafa 
Published: June 2023

Abstract

In this study, the effect of the Salmonella Typhimurium 14028 strain and its two mutants with dam and seqA gene deletions on the rat gut microbiota was investigated. Descriptive RNA-sequencing studies were conducted on rectal swap samples taken at 3-day intervals for 9 days after oral dosing of bacterial strains to rats. As a result of bioinformatics and statistical analyses, a decrease in the relative ratio of Firmicutes at the phylum level (p < 0.05) and an increase in the relative ratio of Chlamydiae (p < 0.05) were determined in the rat groups treated with S. Typhimurium 14028 compared to the control group. Application of S. Typhimurium 14028 caused an increase in the relative ratio of Actinobacteria (p < 0.05). However, it was detected that the dysbiosis caused by the S. Typhimurium 14028 strain in favour of pathogens in the rat colon microbiota did not occur mostly in dam and seqA mutants. These general observations at the phylum level are maintained in all taxonomic groups analysed. At the species level, it was determined that the S. Typhimurium 14028 strain promoted especially Acinetobacter lwoffii, Jeotgalicoccus psychrophylus, Corynebacterium mastitis, and Corynebacterium stationi (seqA mutant also showed the same effect on this species) in the rat colon flora. On the other hand, S. Typhimurium 14028 typically led to the elimination of Blautia producta. These findings have proved that the S. Typhimurium 14028 strain causes dysbiosis in rat colon microbiota, and this ability is also lost in dam and seqA mutants of this strain.
Behaviours exhibited during training predict physical tiredness in harness racing horses
Authors: Hennes Noémie , Briant Christine , Lorcet Camille , Ruet Alice , Lansade Léa 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Physical activity, especially high-intensity exercise, leads to physiological and behavioural changes. The objectives of this study were to investigate i) the effects of physical exercise on weight, behaviours, and head and ear positions on the days after low-intensity training (LIT) or high-intensity training (HIT) and ii) if behaviours, facial expressions, and/or physiological parameters (sweat, salivation and blood lactate levels) during training predict post-training behaviours. A total of 19 French trotter horses housed in four different training centers were studied the day before (Dpre) and after LIT or HIT (afternoon after training (Dtraining) and 2 days after training (D1Post and D2Post)). The results showed that horses exhibited i) longer durations of resting and head below the withers (HBW) on Dtraining and D1Post than on Dpre and ii) shorter eating durations on D1Post and D2Post than on Dpre after HIT. This was associated with significant weight loss on D2Post. Several behaviours and facial expressions associated with discomfort (e.g., head conflict behaviours, nose behind the vertical, and opened mouth), as well as amount of sweat, predicted the durations of resting, HBW and eating on D1Post. Thus, behaviours are impacted by training, and a combination of behaviours, facial expressions and visible physiological parameters exhibited during training could predict physical tiredness in harness racing horses.
Deciphering Avian Emotions: A Novel AI and Machine Learning Approach to Understanding Chicken Vocalizations
Authors: CHEOK Adrian , Cai Jun , Yan Ying 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
In this groundbreaking study, we present a novel approach to interspecies communication, focusing on the understanding of chicken vocalizations. Leveraging advanced mathematical models in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, we have developed a system capable of interpreting various emotional states in chickens, including hunger, fear, anger, contentment, excitement, and distress.

Our methodology employs a cutting-edge AI technique we call Deep Emotional Analysis Learning (DEAL), a highly mathematical and innovative approach that allows for the nuanced understanding of emotional states through auditory data. DEAL is rooted in complex mathematical algorithms, enabling the system to learn and adapt to new vocal patterns over time.

We conducted our study with a sample of 80 chickens, meticulously recording and analyzing their vocalizations under various conditions. To ensure the accuracy of our system's interpretations, we collaborated with a team of eight animal psychologists and veterinary surgeons, who provided expert insights into the emotional states of the chickens.

The novelty of our approach lies in its application of sophisticated AI techniques to a largely unexplored area of study. By bridging the gap between human and animal communication, we believe our research will pave the way for more empathetic and effective interactions with the animal kingdom.