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Natural Disasters in the Metropolitan Region of Belo Horizonte: A Summary of Events Occurred in the Rainfall Period of 2019/2020
Authors: Silva Denise De Fátima Santos da , Parisi Maria Giovana , Silva Elaine Aparecida Santos da , Silva Guilherme Andrade Ranier 
Published: June 2023

This article presents a summary and analysis of the consequences on the latest disasters that occurred in Minas Gerais, especially in the Metropolitan Region of Belo Horizonte (RMBH). The databases used in this study were the bulletins from the main bodies that manage water resources and natural disasters in the state of Minas Gerais, such as Civil Defense, CEMADEN, IGAM and CEPEDUFSC. It is worth mentioning that the cities of Belo Horizonte, Ibirité and Florestal were the holders of pluviometry records in the rainy period of 2019/2020 and therefore, carry the largest numbers with regard to material damage (Ibirité) and the deaths (Belo Horizonte). Nevertheless, it is important to highlight the significant number of injured, sick and homeless people due to the bad weather in Contagem. It is known that the RMBH has a vast history of events related to natural disasters and bottlenecks regarding urban planning. Therefore, the identification of these risk areas is a very important tool for mapping vulnerable locations and drawing concrete action plans aimed at neutralizing events, strengthening the city’s urban infrastructure and mainly preserving lives.
Search for dark sector by repurposing the UVX Brazilian synchrotron
Authors: Duarte L. , Lin L. , Lindner M. , Kozhuharov V. , Kuleshov S. V. , de Jesus A. S. , Queiroz F. S. , Villamizar Y. , Westfahl H. 
Published: June 2023

AbstractWe propose the first Search for Dark Sector at the Brazilian Synchrotron Light Laboratory, site of Sirius, a fourth-generation storage ring. We show that UVX, Sirius predecessor, can be a promising dark sector detector, SeDS, with unprecedented sensitivity. The search is based on a $$1-3$$

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An Advanced Ultracapacitor SOC Concept to Increase Battery Life Span of Electric Vehicles
Authors: Kumar Vijay , Jain Vaibhav 
Published: June 2023

The lifecycle of the battery is mostly exaggerated by the overall energy throughput speed, accumulated heat, and rapid utilization. The adequate utilization and operation of the battery are improved in the flexibility range by the permutation of the battery and the ultracapacitor in the electric vehicle. The overall system performance is determined by the energy management system which plays a significant part in dual-energy storage systems. The major intent of this research is to enhance the performance of electric vehicles which is achieved by maintaining the charge of depleting and charge of sustaining level in the battery and the state of charge in the ultracapacitor. The proposed method controls the state of charge of the battery and the ultracapacitor to make sure the availability of charge throughout the complete settling rate of the battery in the electric vehicle. To attain this condition, the dual converter-based two-stage Artificial Neural Network is initialized. In the first stage of the Artificial Neural Network, the charge sustained in the ultracapacitor is controlled during acceleration which completely depends on the velocity of the vehicles. In contrast to that, in the second stage of the Artificial Neural Network, charge depleting in the UC is trained by connectionless with varying vehicle velocities at deceleration rates. The production and investigation of parameters are not effectively optimized using conventional methods hence the herding and howling characters are combined together and proposed energetic and problem-solving optimization-based metaheuristic algorithm that efficiently tunes the parameters. The SOC rate of the battery for three driving cycles using the proposed method follows FTP75 71.309% at 2474th s and J1015 attained 90.840% at 660th s and the UDDS attained 81.647%. The SOC rate of the Ultracapacitor for three driving cycles using the proposed method follows FTP75 63.518% at 2474 s, J1015 attained 69.332% at 660 s and UDDs attained 67.049%. The experimental arrangement is executed in MATLAB-Simulink. The state of charge of the battery and the ultracapacitors for the varying drive cycles as FTP75, J1015, and UDDS are experimentally validated and verified with the prevailing methods. The developed method reveals better performance for enhancing the lifespan of the power storeroom system in electric vehicles.
TyBox: An Automatic Design and Code Generation Toolbox for TinyML Incremental On-Device Learning
Authors: Pavan Massimo , Ostrovan Eugeniu , Caltabiano Armando , Roveri Manuel 
Published: June 2023

Incremental on-device learning is one of the most relevant and interesting challenges in the field of Tiny Machine Learning (TinyML). Indeed, differently from traditional TinyML solutions where the training is typically carried out on the Cloud and inference only occurs on the tiny devices (e.g., embedded systems or Internet-of-Things units), incremental on-device TinyML allows both the inference and the training of TinyML models directly on tiny devices.
This ability paves the way for TinyML-enabled intelligent devices that can learn directly on the field and adapt to evolving environments, different working conditions, or specific users. The literature in this field is quite limited with very few solutions focusing only on the incremental fine-tuning of machine learning models, whereas a general solution encompassing algorithms and code generation for incremental on-device TinyML is still perceived as missing.

The aim of this article is to introduce, to the best of our knowledge for the first time in the literature, a toolbox called
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for the automatic design and code generation of incremental on-device TinyML classification models. In more detail, starting from a “static” TinyML model, TyBox is able to (i) automatically design the “incremental” on-device version of the TinyML model that has been suitably designed to take into account the technological constraint on the RAM memory of the target tiny device, and (ii) autonomously provide the C++ codes and libraries to support the inference and learning of the incremental on-device TinyML model directly on the tiny devices.

TyBox has been extensively compared with a state-of-the-art incremental learning solution for TinyML and tested on an off-the-shelf tiny device (i.e., the Arduino Nano 33 BLE) in three relevant TinyML application tasks and scenarios: binary image classification, multi-class image classification, and ultra-wide-band human activity recognition. In addition, TyBox is released to the scientific community as a public repository.
Three Direct Copies and Other Closely Related Manuscripts of the Pauline Epistles
Authors: Houghton H.A.G. , Myshrall A.C. 
Published: June 2023

Abstract
As part of work towards the Editio Critica Maior of Galatians, the use of the tools of the Coherence-Based Genealogical Method and the MrBayes phylogenetic software has led to the identification of three Greek New Testament manuscripts which are direct copies (Abschriften) of surviving documents. This article provides the evidence that GA 1930 is a copy of GA 1978, GA 1935 is a copy of GA 1987, and GA 1959 is a copy of GA 467. No conclusive proof has yet been identified to confirm whether or not GA 2423 is a copy of GA 1730, GA 506 is a copy of GA 203, GA 1837 is a copy of GA 326, GA 1988 is a copy of GA 1984, or GA 1753 is a copy of GA 2279. However, it appears that neither GA 254 and GA 1523 nor GA 0150 and GA 2110 are directly related. The conclusion offers further observations on the identification of Abschriften.
Missionary Methodology and the Making of Aztec Human Sacrifice: Decolonizing a Concept
Authors: Jacobsen Casper 
Published: June 2023

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Images and texts in Spanish colonial manuscripts tell us that the Aztecs sacrificed humans. Among these sources, none has received a more iconic documentary status than the Franciscan missionary Bernardino de Sahagún’s tlamictiliztli account. This combines graphic depiction with text in Spanish and the Aztec language Nahuatl. Although Sahagún’s account is compelling and persuasive, its seeming realism dissipates when the analytical focus turns from the final product to its production. Using a new source-critical narrative approach that privileges methodological reflection, I analyze two versions of Sahagún’s composition to examine how the account was elicited, editorialized, and produced. Astonishing inconsistencies stress how Sahagún augmented a ‘sacrificial’ interpretation of Aztec violence, complicating both the testimonial value attributed to his work and an emic Aztec sense of ‘human sacrifice.’
New Rock Art Sites in Tigrai, Northern Ethiopia, and Their Relevance to the Understanding of the Rock Art and Dating of Domesticates Elsewhere in Ethiopia
Authors: Negash Agazi , Mulubrhan Gebretsadkan , Assefa Ephrem , Legesse Kibrom , Asrat Asfawossen 
Published: June 2023

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Two new rock art sites in Irob district of eastern Tigrai, northern Ethiopia, are presented. One of the sites, Ra Bolo, contains images of domestic cattle and human figures while the other, Adhay Bolo, appears to contain only images of caprines, the only example of such a scene not just in the region but in all of Ethiopia. The sites fit well with the already established northern Ethiopian assemblage of paintings and engravings. The paintings belong to the earliest phase of Ethio-Arabian “Surre-Hanakiya” style, an attribution which is supported by other types of archaeological data. These new rock art sites are also compared with other rock art sites in Ethiopia. Archaeological faunal data from northern Ethiopia and elsewhere in Ethiopia is discussed and questions are raised about the validity of the hypothesized ages of the rock art in south-central Ethiopia.
Judging in a Brave New World?: Adjudicating Cases of Parental Refusal on Religious Grounds to Consent to Medical Treatment
Authors: Flynn Michelle 
Published: June 2023

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This article considers case law concerning parental refusal to consent to medical treatment of a child based on religious belief or conscience. The focus of enquiry is on three pivotal decisions of the Irish Superior Courts which will serve to chart the development of judicial reasoning in this contentious area of law. In the last few decades, Ireland has experienced significant changes in its population and attitudes toward religion as a result of increased immigration, multiculturalism, and secularism. This case law analysis reveals that there has been a shift from a test that examines the motivations or reasons for parental decision making to one that focuses on the effect on the child. This shift in focus raises concern about the extent to which the religious or conscientious objection of a parent concerning a child’s medical treatment will be considered in future cases. The present analysis provides an illuminating example of the way in which religion and the state can be in tension with each other.
Psychological impact of the Spring 2019 flood among adult population of Iran
Authors: Tiyuri Amir , Rasoulian Maryam , Hajebi Ahmad , Naserbakht Morteza , Shabani Amir , Hakim Shooshtari Mitra , Rezapour Aziz , Motevalian Seyed Abbas 
Published: June 2023

Background: From March to April 2019, a flood occurred in several regions of Iran. The most affected provinces were Golestan, Lorestan, and Khuzestan. Aims: The present study aimed to determine the prevalence and determinants of psychological distress and depression among the affected adult population 6 months after the event. Methods: A cross-sectional household survey with face-to-face interview was carried out on a random sample of 1,671 adults aged above 15 years living in the flood-affected areas from August to September 2019. We applied GHQ-28 and PHQ-9 for the assessment of psychological distress and depression, respectively. Results: The prevalence of psychological distress and depression were 33.6% (95% CI [29.5, 37.7]) and 23.0% (95% CI [19.4, 26.7]), respectively. Determinants of psychological distress were a history of mental disorders (Adjusted odds ratio [AOR] = 4.7), primary (AOR = 2.9) or high school (AOR = 2.4) education (vs. university), no compensation received (AOR = 2.1), high damage to assets (AOR = 1.8), the house flooded more than 1 m (AOR = 1.8), female gender (AOR = 1.8), and limited access to health care services (AOR = 1.8). Determinants of depression were unemployment (AOR = 5.3) or being a housewife (AOR = 2.7), a history of mental disorders (AOR = 4.1), high damage to assets (AOR = 2.5), no compensation received (AOR = 2.0), the house flooded more than 1 m (AOR = 1.8), limited access to health care services (AOR = 1.8), and high wealth index (AOR = 1.7). Conclusion: The results of this study revealed a high prevalence of psychological distress and depression in the flood-affected adult population. The high-risk group, particularly flood victims who had a history of mental disorders, and those exposed to severe damages of flood, should be prioritized for screening, and mental health services.
Investigating the influence of the aging process on the rheological and mechanical properties of composites based on PBS matrix and enzymatically treated date palm fibers
Authors: Chaari Rania , Kharrat Fatma , Khlif Mohamed , Bradai Chedly , Lacoste Catherine , Dony Philippe 
Published: June 2023

Over the past few decades, biodegradable polymers based on natural fibers, such as date palm fibers, have become increasingly popular as an alternative to traditional composites using inorganic fillers. These composites' properties determine their application in various fields; however, when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays in outdoor environments, their structure may change, leading to a decrease in their overall properties. Therefore, understanding the long-term behavior of composites following UV aging is of great importance. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of UV irradiation on the performance of poly (butylene succinate) (PBS) biocomposites reinforced with different mass content of raw date palm fibers ( Phoenix dactylifera L.). The impact of enzymatically treated fibers, using a combination of pectinase and xylanase enzymes, on the properties of the biocomposites after being exposed to an accelerated aging process was also highlighted. All of the specimens were sampled after 100 h and 700 h of accelerated aging for laboratory characterizations. Their mechanical properties were determined by tensile tests. Rheological analyses were conducted by multi-wave tests and revealed two main phenomena resulting from UV aging; molecular chain scission and crosslinking. Tensile tests showed that the addition of raw fibers to the reference matrix resulted in a better resistance of the mechanical properties to the accelerated aging process. It was also found that the rigidity of the composites based on enzymatically modified fibers was approximately 37% higher than those loaded with raw fibers, at the same charge rate (20%) and after the same aging period (700 h).
Metaphors of mindfulness in pediatric occupational therapy practice
Authors: Smith Kirsten Sarah , Kinsella Elizabeth Anne , Moodie Sheila , McCorquodale Lisa , Teachman Gail 
Published: June 2023

Introduction: Metaphors are commonly used linguistic devices that can encourage deep reflection and offer new insight. Metaphors have been used within the both the occupational therapy and mindfulness literature to describe complex phenomena. The aim of this phenomenological study was to identify, analyze, and interpret metaphors used by pediatric occupational therapists to describe mindfulness in their clinical practices with children and youth. Method: Eight North American Occupational Therapists participated in semi-structured interviews which were transcribed verbatim. Transcripts were read to identify idiographic or naturally occurring metaphors used by participants. Metaphors of mindfulness were also elicited from participants as an interview question. Findings: Three themes were identified within participants’ idiographic metaphors of mindfulness: mindfulness as a tool, mindfulness as exploration, and mindfulness as a support. Two additional themes were identified within participants’ idiographic metaphors of themselves as facilitators of mindfulness: therapist as a guide, and therapist as a gardener. Elicited metaphors generally aligned with the themes identified for idiographic metaphors while some offered additional unique insights. Conclusion: The findings open conversations about therapists’ framing of the use of mindfulness within the context of pediatric occupational therapy.
Psychological Coping and Resilience to COVID-19 in Mexico, Evidence From a National Sample
Authors: Montero-López Lena María , Alonso-Reyes Pilar , Montes-de-Oca Zavala Verónica , Zamudio Alejandro , Guajardo Darío 
Published: June 2023

Objective: We report the effect of COVID-19 confinement on some psychological variables associated with mental health: Stress perception, types of coping strategies during crises, and some components related to resilience. Method: A national sample of the Mexican population was considered in a total of 2775 people whose ages ranged from 15 years and older. Questionnaires that met the psychometric criteria (reliability and validity) to be used in Latino samples were used. Results: The results showed that older people experienced less stress and displayed more efficient coping behaviors. Discussion: Regarding the exploration of some components associated with resilience, it was found that family constitutes an important interpersonal resource for coping with the crisis related to confinement due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In the future, it is proposed to make comparisons of the psychological factors evaluated to detect and analyze possible fluctuations due to the prevalence of epidemic conditions.
Cardiac Myosin Inhibitors: Expanding the Horizon for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Management
Authors: Sykuta Alyssa , Yoon Connie H. , Baldwin Sarah , Rine Natalie I. , Young Michael , Smith Adam 
Published: June 2023

Objective: To review the current literature on the efficacy and safety of cardiac myosin inhibitors (CMIs) for the treatment of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Data Sources: A literature search was conducted on PubMed from origin to April 2023, using the search terms “MYK-461,” “mavacamten,” “CK-3773274,” and “aficamten.” Studies were limited to English-based literature, human subjects, and clinical trials resulting in the inclusion of 13 articles. ClinicalTrials.gov was also used with the same search terms for ongoing and completed trials. Study Selection and Data Extraction: Only phase II and III studies were included in this review except for pharmacokinetic studies that were used to describe drug properties. Data Synthesis: CMIs enable cardiac muscle relaxation by decreasing the number of myosin heads that can bind to actin and form cross-bridges. Mavacamten, the first Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved drug in this class, has been shown to improve hemodynamic, functional, and quality of life measures in HCM with obstruction. In addition, aficamten is likely to become the next FDA-approved CMI with promising phase II data and an ongoing phase III trial expected to release results in the next year. Relevance to Patient Care and Clinical Practice in Comparison with Existing Drugs: CMIs provide a novel option for obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, particularly in those not suitable for septal reduction therapy. Utilization of these agents requires knowledge of drug interactions, dose titration schemes, and monitoring parameters for safety and efficacy. Conclusions: CMIs represent a new class of disease-specific drugs for treatment of HCM. Cost-effectiveness studies are needed to delineate the role of these agents in patient therapy.
Biomechanical Comparison of Nonlocked Minimally Invasive and Locked Open Achilles Tendon Simulated Rupture Repairs
Authors: Chuckpaiwong Bavornrit , Glisson Richard R. , Usuelli Federico G. , Madi Naji S. , Easley Mark E. 
Published: June 2023

Background: Open repair of Achilles tendon ruptures is associated with a risk of infection and other wound complications. Although percutaneous repairs reduce these complications, they may increase the risk of nerve injury. This study was designed to determine whether a percutaneous nonlocking repair can approach the gapping resistance offered by a standard open repair under conditions approximating typical postoperative physiotherapy. Methods: Ten pairs of cadavers Achilles tendons were transected in situ 5 cm above the insertion. One tendon from each pair was repaired using an open 4-strand Krackow locking loop, and the contralateral tendon was repaired with the Achillon system using the same suture material. Displacement transducers were attached to the medial, lateral, anterior, and posterior aspects of the tendon, spanning the repair. Each tendon underwent 1000 tensile loading cycles to 86.5 N, simulating passive ankle range-of-motion physiotherapy. Gapping was documented on the 1st, 50th, 100th, 500th, and 1000th cycles. The ultimate tensile strength of each repaired tendon was then measured by distracting until gross failure occurred. Results: Gapping of the percutaneous repairs exceeded that of conventional open repairs on the first, 500th, and 1000th load cycles. All 10 conventionally repaired tendons withstood 1000 load cycles without gross failure, but 4 of 10 percutaneous minimally invasive repairs failed, one on the 9th load cycle and the others between the 100th and 500th cycles. On average, tendons repaired with the open technique withstood 66% greater tensile load in failure testing than those repaired with the percutaneous technique. Conclusion: Open Krackow Achilles tendon repairs may better withstand more aggressive postoperative physiotherapy than nonlocked percutaneous repairs. Clinical Relevance: The study suggests that surgeons should consider locking suture approaches to avoid loss of repair integrity with early motion.