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A study on the effect of unilateral strength training intervention on lower limb asymmetry in college basketball players
Authors: chen JiaWei , Yi ZiLin , Tian Da 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Asymmetries in the limbs of athletes are common and can affect and limit athletic performance in training and competition, leading to a potential risk of injury.Improving asymmetries through targeted training can improve an athlete's performance and prevent injury.The aim of this study was to examine the presence of functional asymmetry in the lower limbs of young basketball players and to test whether a specific unilateral strength training programme was effective in reducing this asymmetry.
Methods: mainly experimental and measurement methods are used.The study was conducted on 36 male participants of the Chinese University Basketball League, who were measured and evaluated for body size, strength and balance indexes. 18 athletes with lower limb asymmetry were randomly selected for a 12-week unilateral strength training intervention.
Research findings: The test showed that the difference in the dimension and morphology of the upper and lower limb muscles of the male participants in the China University Basketball League tested was less than 2cm;Significant differences (p<0.05) in grip strength indicators between the right and left sides, and greater in the right hand than in the left;Significant differences in indicators of vertical ground reaction force and vertical upstroke between the left and right lower limbs in the single-leg vertical jump, with the left leg outperforming the right leg;In the Y-balance test, 53.16% of the subjects had a difference in anterolateral reach (>4cm) between the left and right sides, 55.89% had a difference in medial posterior reach (>6cm) between the left and right sides and 89.82% had a difference in lateral posterior reach (>6cm) between the left and right sides.
Conclusion：(1) There is asymmetry of limbs in male participants of the China University Basketball League. The greatest differences in circumference indicators between the left and right sides of the upper and lower limbs were observed, while asymmetry in other indicators was not obvious. Asymmetry in strength indicators between the two sides of the limbs is mainly reflected in grip strength, dynamic balance ability and lower limb explosive strength.(2) 10 weeks of unilateral strength training was effective in improving lower limb explosive strength, maximal strength and quick strength, as well as lower limb asymmetry in male participants of the China University Basketball League.(3) The reduction of lower limb asymmetry in male participants in the China University Basketball League can significantly improve explosive power and balance. These results confirm that unilateral strength training exercises can counteract/reduce the degree of asymmetry in the lower limb strength of young basketball players.
Two styles of Neoarchean slab subduction revealed by mantle oxygen fugacity
Authors: Liu Shuwen , Gao Lei , Wang Wei , Cawood Peter , Sun Guozheng , He Xin , Hu Yalu 
Published: May 2023

Abstract

Subduction of oceanic lithosphere is widely invoked for the Neoarchean but the thermal and geometrical configurations of the inferred subduction zones remain poorly constrained. Two Neoarchean subduction-related tectonic belts (A and B) with contrasting lithotectonic evolutions are preserved in the North China Craton. In Belt A, the oxygen fugacity of ca. 2.6-2.5 Ga modified mantle from crustal recycling-related basalts is coincident with modern arc mantle, but that of Belt B is more reducing. Based on the relationship between mantle redox state and slab dip from contemporary arcs, the dip of subducting oceanic lithosphere in Belt A was in a relatively steep dip (~50°), whereas Belt B had a low angle dip (~15°). These belts represent contrasting styles of Neoarchean subduction with significant differences in mantle temperature and redox state, lithosphere thickness and slab dip.These discoveries further refine our insights into Archean slab subduction and the early Earth’s geodynamic evolution.
Efficacy of Repeated Low-Level Red Light (RLRL) therapy on myopia outcomes in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Youssef Mohamed , Shehata Ahmed , Ragab Mohamed , Moataz Ahmed , Fahmy Hoda , Fawzy Rehab , Taha Ahmed 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Background Myopia is the most prevalent form of refractive error that has a major negative impact on visual function and causes blurring of vision. We aimed to determine if Repeated Low-Level Red Light (RLRL) treatment is beneficial in treating childhood myopia in terms of axial length (AL), spherical equivalent refraction (SER), and sub foveal choroidal thickness (SFCT).Methods This systematic review was performed on RLRL for treatment of myopia in Children compared to singe vision spectacles (SVS). We employed the search strategy with key terms myopia and low-level light therapy then we searched PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane, and Web of Science databases. The mean differences (MD) were used to evaluate the treatment effects. Heterogeneity was quantified using I2 statistics and explored by sensitivity analysis.Results Five randomized controlled trials (RCTs) were included in our meta-analysis with a total of 833 patients, 407 in treatment group and 426 in control group. At a 3 month follow up period, pooled studies show a statistical difference in AL between RLRL and SVS group (MD = -0.16; 95% CI [-0.19, -0.12], SER (MD = 0.33; 95% CI [0.27, 0.38]), and SFCT (MD = 43.65; 95% CI [23.72, 45.58]). At a 6 month follow up period, pooled studies show a statistical difference in AL between RLRL and SVS group (MD = -0.21; 95% CI [-0.28, -0.15]), SER (MD = 0.46; 95% CI [0.26, 0.65]), and SFCT (MD = 25.07; 95% CI [18.18, 31.95]). At a 12 month follow up period, pooled studies show a statistical difference in AL between RLRL and SVS group (MD = -0.31; 95% CI [-0.42, -0.19]) and SER (MD = 0.63; 95% CI [0.52, 0.73]).Conclusion This is the first systematic review and meta-analysis investigating evidence supporting the efficacy of 650 nm RLRL for myopia control in the short term of 3, 6, and 12 months follow up. The present review revealed the clinical significance of RLRL as a new alternative treatment for myopia control with good user acceptability and no documented functional or structural damage. However, the effect of long-term RLRL treatment and the rebound effect after cessation require further investigation.
An Anatomical Study of Left Coronary Artery and Its Variations :A Cadaveric Study
Authors: Ranjan Alok , Mehta Vandana 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
PURPOSE
The branching pattern of the left coronary artery (LCA) presents with multitude of variance. Thus, the ischemic area due to a myocardial infarction can be different among patients, this study is done to find out what are the various anatomic variations in left coronary artery? Hence this study is done to is to study left coronary artery variations in cadaveric hearts especially in origin and branching pattern.
METHODS
This study utilized 30 cadaveric heart specimens. Selection of cadaveric Hearts were not based on age and sex. The location and number of orifices in the aortic cusps, branching patterns and course of the LCA and the dominant patterns wereobserved.
RESULTS
The LCA after arising from the left posterior aortic sinus (LPAS), its main trunk ran forwards between the pulmonary trunk and the left auricle, and then in the left atrioventricular groove in all the 30 Cadavers. Bifurcation seen in 20(66.6%), trifurcation in 8(26.6%) and quadrifurcation in 2(6.6%). Right dominance was seen in 19(64%) specimens while left dominance was seen in 11(36.6%) heart specimens. Myocardial bridging was seen in four hearts (13%) involving left anterior descending artery.
CONCLUSION: The study of coronary arteries is necessary for the cardio-thoracic surgeons. Awareness of the anatomy of coronary vessels and its variations is necessary for revascularisation during coronary artery bypass grafting.
Ho3+ doped MgAl2O4 nanophosphors: Photoluminescence, Electrochemical sensor and Photocatalytic studies
Authors: SN Manjula , M Chandrasekhar , MR Anil Kumar , R Ravikumar C , V Bhoomika , hadi Faranak , HC Ananda Murthy , H Nagabhushana 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Ho3+ doped MgAl2O4 nanophosphors were synthesized in a series (1 to 11 mol%) using ODH fuel driven combustion and low temperature assistance. The band gap energies (Eg) were found to be in range from 4.86 to 5.42 eV. These values were confirmed by employing DFT technique and found to closely match with the experimental values. The PL characteristic emission peaks of Ho3+ ions were found between 406 and 605 nm due to various transitions from 4F7/2→6P3/2 caused by f-f transitions of Ho3+ ions in the host triggered at 406 nm. The 97% colour purity and CIE coordinates that occur in the orange red to yellow zone of the optimized MgAl2O4 phosphors. Fast orange red dye was found to be activated at 493 nm in UV light by studying the photocatalytic capabilities of NPs under UV light. The novel photocatalysts have been demonstrated to work with MgAl2O4:Ho3+ nanophosphors to remove the dye Fast orange red (F-OR). Following a 120-minutes exposure to radiation, the experiment demonstrated 89.02% dye decolorization. The lead pollutant was detected using the cyclic voltammetric (CV) method with a modified MgAl2O4:Ho3+ carbon paste electrode. Finally, we conclude that, based on electrochemical performance, MgAl2O4:Ho3+ nanophosphor is a useful sensing electrode material for an element like lead.
Identification of TNF-related gene subtypes, development of a prognostic model and exploration of the tumor immune landscape in gastric cancer
Authors: Gao Shuyang , Yu Yantao , Ma Yue , Ding Jianyue , Yao Qing , Zou Jiacheng , Li Jie , Sun Qiannan , Ren Jun , Wang Liuhua , Wang Daorong 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Background
Gastric cancer (GC) is a common cancer in the world, with a high prevalence in East Asia. Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) is considered a high correlation to the development of tumor. This study aim to establish a prognostic model based on TNF-related genes (TNFRG), and to analyze the role of TNFRG in immune function.
Method
RNA sequencing data and information on clinical features of GC samples were extracted from TCGA-STAD and GEO (GSE84437) databases. Molecular and gene subtypes were identified and derived out using unsupervised clustering analysis. Prognostic models were determined and constructed later by univariate and multivariat cox regression, and LASSO regression. Reliability of prognostic models was verified using ROC curves and Kaplan-Meier analysis. The nomogram was used to quantify the probability of survival. Immune-related functions were analyzed using CIBERSORT and ssGSEA. Finally, RT-qPCR determined the expression of risk genes in GC.
Result
We confirmed two molecular subtypes and three gene subtypes by two clustering analyses. Both molecular cluster A and gene cluster C had higher levels of immune cell infiltration and better prognosis than others. A prognostic model comprised of four risk genes was constructed, which had different responses to TME, immune checkpoints, immune scores, immune cell infiltration and chemotherapy drug sensitivity, respectively.
Conclussion
This study enhances our understanding of TNFRG in GC, and provides a theoretical basis for predicting tumor prognosis and clinical treatments.
Lipoic acid can provide homeostasis of reactive oxygen species and induce ascorbate and glutathione biosynthesis in osmotic stressed maize
Authors: GUMRUKCU Sebahat Duygu , TERZI Rabiye , Güler Neslihan Saruhan 
Published: May 2023

Abstract

Lipoic acid (LA), an incomparable antioxidant compound, can stimulate antioxidant defense system in plants subjected to abiotic stresses. Here, we aimed to determine the relation between LA, reactive oxygen species (ROS) and biosynthesis of ASC and GSH in osmotic stressed maize seedlings. ROS, ASC and GSH levels were diminished by using N, N’-dimethylthiourea (DMTU), a ROS scavenger, acriflavine (AF), an inhibitor of ASC biosynthesis and L-buthionine sulfoximine (BSO), an inhibitor of GSH biosynthesis, respectively. The seedlings were grown in pots containing Hoagland Nutrient solution for 21 days. The pots were divided into nine groups consisting of a non-stressed group (NS), Mock (PEG alone), LA free DMTU, BSO and AF treatments and LA combined Mock, DMTU, BSO and AF treatments under PEG-induced osmotic stress. ROS content of the LA combined DMTU treatment did not return to the content of NS treatment and there were moderate reductions in ROS contents of the LA combined treatments. LA, GSH and ASC contents and the activities of antioxidant enzymes (superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), ascorbate peroxidase (APX), glutathione reductase (GR), monodehydroascorbate reductase (MDHAR) and dehydroascorbate reductase (DHAR)) reduced when ROS, GSH and ASC levels were decreased by the scavenger and inhibitors. However, LA combined scavenger and inhibitor treatments alleviated all these reductions. Additionally, the relative expression levels of SOD, CAT1 and APX1 genes were consistent with the findings of the antioxidant enzyme activities. These results revealed that lowering ROS, GSH and ASC levels causes the decrease in LA content deteriorating the ROS homeostasis in osmotic stressed maize. Exogenous LA can provide ROS homeostasis and thus induce ASC and GSH biosynthesis to strengthen the antioxidant defense system.
The association of healthy eating index with tooth loss in NHANES 2011– 2012
Authors: Zhu Jianing , Song Hongquan 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Background/Aims: Although it has been shown that a daily diet can affect tooth loss in previous studies,no studies have examined the impact of healthy eating index (HEI) on tooth loss. We aim to analyze the relationship between HEI and tooth loss.
Methods: During 2011 and 2012, NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) data were analyzed.In order to test whether the healthy eating index is independently related to tooth loss, multivariate logistic regression models were developed. We analyzed association using odds ratios (ORs) and 95% confidence intervals (95%CIs ).
Results: The scores of seafood and plant proteins(OR = 0.922, 95% CI: 0.871–0.976, P = 0.008),added sugars(OR = 0.922, 95% CI: 0.887–0.958, P < 0.001) and total vegetables(OR = 0.890, 95% CI: 0.762–1.000, P =0.050) were all significantly consociated with tooth loss. An individual with a low HEI are more likely to lose teeth.Multivariate regression models revealed a relationship between a higher HEI and a reduced tooth loss (OR = 0.397, 95% CI: 0.263–0.601, P < 0.001). Further,never smoking has a protective effect against tooth loss(OR = 0.51, 95% CI: 0.38–0.70, P < 0.001). Also, older adults over 60 more likely to loss of teeth(OR = 9.18, 95% CI: 6.67–12.64, P < 0.0001).
Conclusion: There is some connection between tooth loss and dietary structure in the study. Those with a higher healthy eating index lost fewer teeth. In the future, longitudinal, prospective studies will be needed to confirm these findings.
Comparative analysis of particulate matter (PM2.5, PM10) and trace gases (SO2, NO2, O3) in between satellite derived data and ground based instruments
Authors: Mushtaq Zainab , Bangotra Pargin Singh , Sajad Samreen , Gautam Alok Sagar , Sharma Manish , Singh Karan , Kumar Yogesh , Jain Poonam , . Suman , Gautam Sneha 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
The present 12 weeks (4 October 2021 to 26 December 2021) study emphasizes on examining the various air quality parameters i.e. PM2.5, PM10, SO2, NO2 and O3 over four different sampling stations i.e. Dwarka (28°32' ,28°38' N ,77°0' ,78°8' E) Knowledge Park III (29.496152°N, 77.536011°E), Sector125 (28.5438° N, 77.3310° E) and Vivek Vihar (28.6712° N, 77.3177° E) using ground-based instruments and satellite remote sensing observation (MERRA-2, OMI and Aura Satellite). The ground based observation shows the mean concentrations of PM2.5 in Dwarka, Knowledge park III, Sector 125, and Vivek Vihar as 279 µg m-3, 274 µg m-3, 294 µg m-3, and 365 µg m-3 respectively. The ground based instrumental concentrations of PM2.5 and O3 were higher than the satellite observations, while as for SO2 and NO2, the mean concentration of satellite based monitoring was higher as compared to others pollutants. A very strong correlations were observed among PM2.5, PM10, SO2, NO2 and O3. A negative and positive weak correlation were observed among pollutant and various meteorological parameters. It has been observed that the wind direction is one of the most prominent parameter to alter the variation of these pollutants. Overall, the present study provides an insight into the noticeable behavior in air pollutants loading trends and, in general, is in less agreement with that relating the findings with those recently recounted by satellite observations.
The Design and Evaluation of Novel Ananimated Captcha Schemes Based on Humans’ Natural Vision Capabilities
Authors: Arain Rafaqat Hussain , Shaikh Riaz Ahmed , Shah Safdar Ali , Shah Sajjad Ali , Rafique Saima 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
CAPTCHAs are ubiquitously found on the web these days. It is most commonly used security mechanism against bots. Numerous design variants of static text-based CAPTCHAs were proposed and implemented on the internet over the years. However due to advancements in machine learning and image processing techniques they were proved vulnerable against automated attacks. In this research a new and robust animated CAPTCHA scheme is presented which is based on human’s natural vision capabilities. The newly designed CAPTCHAs are user friendly for humans but extremely hard for bots. The security and usability is kept in mind while designing these CAPTCHAs. Various types of characters, patterns and filters are used to protect them against automated attacks. Overall, 20 types of animated CAPTCHAs are designed in this work. Further in this research, a group of participants have evaluated the usability of newly designed CAPTCHAs and solved with an average success rate of 76.85%. The analysis has proved that the proposed scheme is very much usable for humans and extremely difficult for bots.
Assessment of the psychometric properties of the Italian version of the Revised Impact of Miscarriage Scale (RIMS): a validity and reliability study
Authors: Nespoli Antonella , Fumagalli Simona , Mosconi Laura , Bonaiuti Roberto , Vannacci Alfredo , Ravaldi Claudia 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Background Miscarriage is a traumatic life event that involves over forty thousand Italian women every year. Women affected by this loss can have long-term psychological consequences. For this reason, it is paramount to identify women at risk of developing such complications to ensure they receive proper support. The aim of this study is to perform a translation into Italian and a validation of the Revised Impact of Miscarriage Scale (RIMS), which is a valuable support for healthcare professionals to assess women after a miscarriage.Methods Double-translation technique was performed. A sample of 665 women completed the survey for the validation process which included RIMS, the Perinatal Grief Scale (PGS) and NSESSS. These last two instruments are usually used to assess the impact of perinatal loss on women’s life.Results The Italian version of RIMS (RIMS-IT) has good internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha value 0,89). Factor analysis was conducted to confirm the construct validity and three factors were extracted. They reflected the factorial analysis of the original version. Scores of RIMS, PGS, and NSESSS were strongly correlated.Conclusions RIMS-IT can be a valuable support for clinicians and researchers to identify women at risk of developing psychiatric symptoms and to analyse factors involved in the onset of these complications.
Neuroleptics used in critical COVID associated with moderate- severe dyspnea after hospital discharge
Authors: Junior Carlos Toufen , de Almeida Gustavo Corrêa , Pompeo José Eduardo , de Carvalho Celso Ricardo Fernandes , de Carvalho Carlos Roberto Ribeiro 
Published: May 2023

Abstract
Background Dyspnea is a central symptom in patients with long-term COVID, both because of frequency and clinical impact. The effect of the drugs most used in critically ill patients on long-term dyspnea is not known. The aim of this study was to assess the risk factors and impacts associated with moderate to severe dyspnea in COVID-19 survivors.Methods Patients admitted to a university hospital between April 2020 and April 2021 were evaluated. It was collected data associated with clinical preconditions, hospital and ICU stay, use of corticosteroids, neuroleptics, neuromuscular blockers, midazolam, fentanyl, and noradrenaline. After hospital discharge, patients were evaluated in 1 and 12 months. In the evaluations, dyspnea, frailty, quality of life, functional capacity, anxiety and depression were measured. Descriptive statistics in the form of frequencies and percentages and a logistic regression analysis were done to assess the factors associated with moderate to severe dyspnea after 1 and 12 months from hospital discharge and statistical significance was set at P < 0.05.Results 100 patients were prospectively included, with 100 patients underwent the 1-month evaluation and 63 underwent the 12-month evaluation. Presented with limiting dyspnea (defined as mMRC score > 1) 56.6% of patients after 1 month and 33.9% after 12 months. Independent factors associated with limiting dyspnea 1 month after hospital discharge were the total dose of neuroleptics used during hospitalization and the presence of comorbidities prior to hospitalization. Use of corticosteroids, neuromuscular blockers, midazolam, fentanyl, and noradrenaline were not associated with limiting dyspnea. Dyspnea 1 month after hospital discharge was an independent risk factor for the occurrence of limiting dyspnea 12 months after discharge. Patients with limiting dyspnea 12 months after discharge showed more depression, anxiety and frailty, and had lower quality of life and functionality.Conclusions Patients with long-term severe COVID have a high frequency of limiting dyspnea. The total dose of neuroleptics used in hospital and the presence of comorbidities were independently related to the presence of limiting dyspnea after hospital discharge. After 12 months, patients who maintained limiting dyspnea presented in high frequency with other physical and mental dysfunction that should be evaluated and treated in the aim of reducing the burden of disabilities.