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Discussion of ‘Determining Soil Plasticity Utilizing Manafi Method and Apparatus’ by Masoud S. G. Manafi, An Deng, Abbas Taheri, Mark B. Jaksa, and Nagaraj HB, published in Geotechnical Testing Journal 45, no. 4 (2022): 797–818
Authors: O’Kelly Brendan C. , Moreno-Maroto José Manuel , Alonso-Azcárate Jacinto 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
The authors presented an extrusion-based technique, which, they reported, can be used to quantify the workability of fine-grained soils. They also presented the calibration of a soil extrusion device to translate their “workability parameter” to the liquid limit (LL) and plastic limit (PL) states, i.e., employing the so-called Manafi method for this purpose. The discussers contend that, when considering a wide range of different fine-grained soils, the authors’ proposed method is not appropriate for determination of the Atterberg PL. With toughness and workability being essentially synonymous, and with soil toughness at the Atterberg PL being variable between different soils (differing significantly when considering a diverse range of fine-grained soil classes), it follows that the work done in remolding these soils, or to cause extrusion of these soils, can also vary (and may differ significantly) at their Atterberg PL water contents. The discussers’ reanalysis of the authors’ data, presented for only seven test soils (all of them clay), also reveals a relatively narrow range of remolding toughness (of between 31.2 and 51.5 kJ/m3) at their Atterberg PL water contents. It is argued that the “workability”-based criterion of the Manafi method, with the authors assigning a fixed “calibrated workability” value of 86.3 J/s for Atterberg PL determinations employing their presented extrusion apparatus, is fundamentally not correct; rather, the Manafi method PL and the Atterberg PL are essentially different index parameters. It is contended that what the authors call “workability” (i.e., their “workability parameter” with units of J/s) is actually not really workability but seemingly rather an alternative assessment of undrained shear strength. Importantly, the Atterberg PL is identified based on the crumbling condition of the soil thread (i.e., it is not energy-based, nor is it related to the work done) during the standardized rolling-out procedure. For the LL, the authors’ extrusion-type method, measuring more a sort of undrained shear strength, could produce good agreement between the Manafi method LL and the measured standard fall-cone LL because the latter is strength-based.
Clinical irrelevance of lower titer thyroglobulin autoantibodies in patients with differentiated thyroid carcinoma
Authors: Dekker Bernadette L , van der Horst-Schrivers Anouk N A , Brouwers Adrienne H , Shuford Christopher M , Kema Ido P , Muller Kobold Anneke C , Links Thera P 
Published: September 2022

Objective
Thyroglobulin (Tg) is an established tumor marker for differentiated thyroid carcinoma (DTC) patients. However, Tg immunoassays can be subject to Tg autoantibody (TgAb) interference resulting in incorrect Tg values. Therefore, Tg measurement with liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) could be promising in patients with TgAbs. In this study, we compared Tg IRMA and Tg-LC-MS/MS analytically in the presence of TgAbs. Furthermore, we compared the clinical interpretation of results obtained by both Tg assays in DTC patients with lower TgAbs titers (<10 U/mL) during 131I ablation therapy.

Methods
Totally 118 DTC patients diagnosed between 2006 and 2014 in a University Medical Center were followed with the Tg-IRMA (Thermo Fischer Scientific) and ARCHITECT anti-Tg (Abbott Laboratories) assays. We re-analyzed their samples with a sensitive Tg-LC-MS/MS method (Labcorp, limit of quantification of 0.02 ng/mL). Passing-Bablok regression analysis was performed on samples obtained during 131I ablation therapy and follow-up.

Results
In 304 samples with lower TgAb titers, a good analytical agreement was found between both Tg assays (slope of 1.09 (95% CI: 1.05–1.16)). Fifty-five samples with potentially interfering TgAbs showed higher Tg-LC-MS/MS values than Tg-IRMA (slope of 1.45 (95% CI: 1.12–>>100)). In patients(n  = 91) with lower TgAb titers at the time of 131I ablation therapy, the Tg assays showed a clinical concordance of 91.2, 87.9, and 98.9%, respectively, using a Tg cut-off value of 1.0, 2.0, and 5.0 ng/mL.

Conclusions
In DTC patients with lower titer TgAbs, Tg-IRMA is still a reliable and useful tumor marker. In DTC patients with potentially interfering TgAbs, Tg-IRMA values decreased due to TgAb interference.
Constitutional right of cardiovascular patients to health care: legal regulation and guarantees of implementation
Authors: Alebastrova I. A. 
Published: September 2022

Aim. To identify the most significant aspects and features of the right of cardiovascular patients to health care, as well as to assess its guarantee and characterize most common legal precedents with violations.Material and methods. In preparing the article, documents of international law, Constitution of the Russian Federation, primary and secondary federal legislation in Russia, as well as judicial practice materials were used. For their analysis, dialectical, system structural, technical legal, comparative legal research methods were used.Results. We established that in the Russian Federation there is a very extensive legal framework for regulating the right to health protection and health care. At the same time, the relevant legal acts establish both general (addressed to all individuals) and special (relevant only to cardiovascular patients) guarantees for cardiovascular health care. The scope and content of the legal regulation of guarantees of the right to cardiology healthcare should be generally considered sufficient for the protection of this right. However, judicial practice testifies to the facts of violation of the personal rights in the cardiac care provision.Conclusion. The most resonant and often reported violations of personal right to health protection in a cardiology are the ones of persons with acute coronary syndrome because of their very dangerous consequences.
Prevalence of arterial hypotension with a poor prognosis in populations of the Russian Federation and the United States of America
Authors: Vilkov V. G. , Shal'nova S. A. , Kapustina A. V. , Muromtseva G. A. , Drapkina O. M. 
Published: September 2022

Aim. To study the prevalence of hypotension (HoTN) with an unfavorable prognosis in populations of the Russian Federation and the United States of America in a thirty-year perspective.Material and methods. We used data from Russian population-based studies performed in 1975-1982 at the now-familiar National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine, and the study Epidemiology of Cardiovascular Diseases and their Risk Factors in Regions of Russian Federation (ESSE-RF) in 2012-2014. A comparison was made with data from studies of US population of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES): NHANES II (1976-1980) and Continuous NHANES (2007-2012). Age, sex, systolic and diastolic blood pressure were analyzed. The proportion of persons with HoTN (prevalence) was calculated in men and women of five age groups using the original HoTN criterion. Results. We used the previously developed criterion of HoTN with an unfavorable prognosis: for Russian populations, the mean dynamic pressure is <76 and <72 mm Hg, respectively. The prevalence of HoTN in modern populations was 0,1±0,5% in Russia and 6,0±8,7% in the USA (confidence interval for significance level P=0,95). For 30 years, the prevalence of HoTN in Russia according to this criterion has not changed, while in the USA it has increased both in men (on average 3 times) and in women (2,5 times).Conclusion. The prevalence of unfavorable HoTN in the US adult population is many times higher than in Russia over the entire analyzed period of time, while over 30 years in the US it has increased by 2,5-3 times.
The effect of ticagrelor and clopidogrel on angiographic parameters according to diabetic status in patients with ST elevation myocardial infarction
Authors: Aydınyılmaz F. , Sunman H. , Algül E. , Özkaya İbiş A. Ö. , Özbeyaz N. B. , Guliyev İ. , Erzurum M. , Çimen T. , Tulmaç M. 
Published: September 2022

Aim. We aimed to compare post-interventional angiographic outcomes of ticagrelor versus clopidogrel according to glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels in patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction.Material and methods. The study included a total of 532 patients, with 334 receiving ticagrelor (62,8%) and 198 clopidogrel (37,2%). Diabetic status of the patients was assessed with HbA1c. TIMI flow grade and TIMI frame count were calculated and compared between two groups.Results. TIMI flow grade 3 was higher and TFC was lower after percutaneous coronary intervention of the infarct-related artery in patients treated with ticagrelor compared to clopidogrel (89,2% vs. 73,7%; p< 0,001, 20 vs. 24; p< 0,001). There was a positive correlation between the increases in HbA1c and TFC levels in the whole group (r=0,225; p=0,004). In subgroup analysis, higher HbA1c levels did not affect TFC in patients using ticagrelor (r=-0,060; p=0,326 for patients with noreflow, r=-0,133; p=0,321 for patients with TIMI-3 flow). While level of HbA1c did not affect TFC in patients with TIMI-3 flow, the presence of post-procedural no-reflow caused worsening of TFC in patients using clopidogrel as HbA1c levels increased (r=0,374; p=0,005).Conclusion. Ticagrelor was found to be better in terms of angiographic parameters regardless of diabetes.
Porewater compositions of Portland cement with and without silica fume calculated using the fine-tuned CASH+NK solid solution model
Authors: Miron George Dan , Kulik Dmitrii A. , Lothenbach Barbara 
Published: September 2022

AbstractThe CASH+ sublattice solid solution model of C–S–H aims to predict the composition of C–S–H and its ability to take up alkalis. It was originally developed for dilute systems with high water–solid ratios, and thus in this paper further optimized and benchmarked against measured pore solution compositions of hydrated Portland cement (PC) and PC blended with silica fume (SF) at realistic water-binder ratios. To get an improved agreement with the pore solution data, the stability of two CASH+ model endmembers, TCKh and TCNh, has been fine-tuned with standard Gibbs energy corrections of + 7.0 and + 5.0 kJ·mol−1, respectively (at 1 bar, 25 °C). The agreement was maintained with the experiments used to originally parameterize the CASH+ model for the uptake of K and Na in dilute systems. The K and Na concentrations predicted using the fine-tuned CASH+NK model are in a good agreement with the measured values for PC and PC + SF system at different water to binder ratios, silica fume additions, and at temperatures up to 80 °C.
Industrial Internet platform promotes digital transformation of SMEs in China
Authors: Gao Allen 
Published: September 2022

This article analyzes the three major problems faced by Chinese SMEs in digital transformation: &quot;don&apos;t want to transform&quot;, &quot;don&apos;t dare to transform&quot;, and &quot;don&apos;t know how to transform&quot; against the background of the fact that the industrial The Internet in China has caused restructuring and accelerated the reform of the manufacturing industry. This article summarizes the classic digital transformation path for SMEs and explores new options and new opportunities for SMEs in the face of digital transformation under the industrial Internet model.
Agent-based modeling of large socio-economic systems based on the general theory of functional systems of P.K. Anokhin
Authors: Makarov Valery 
Published: September 2022

A new methodology for modeling the dynamics of a large socio-economic system as an living organism, developing in accordance with the internal structure and inertia and capable of self-organization under the influence of external factors, including control actions, is presented. The methodology is based on the application of the general theory of functional systems by P.K. Anokhin, as well as its formalization - the category theory of systems, according to which the internal architecture of a functional system is represented as a huge graph of connections between its individual elements. In the agent-based model, the elements are agents of two types (people and organizations), and their connections indicate the direction of the transfer of information, material and financial resources. The minimum necessary structure of the properties of agents and their environment, as well as algorithms for their interaction, providing imitation of the formation of inter-agent links, building production chains and creating new economic agents, has been developed.
Auditory	Spatial	Training-Induced	Changes	in	the Release of Informational Masking in Older Adults
Authors: Amiri Marzieh , Jarollahi Farnoush , Jalaie Shohreh , Sameni Seyyed Jalal 
Published: September 2022

Background and Aim: Generally, in noisy environments more informational masking occurs. Older adults benefit less than younger adults from spatial hearing and they have more problems of understanding speech in the presence of distracting speeches. This study was conducted to examine the effect of auditory spatial training on informational masking release in the elderly.
Methods: Thirty-two 60-75-year-olds with normal hearing, who complain about difficulty in speech perception in noise, participated in control and intervention groups (16 people in each group). The intervention included fifteen sessions of auditory spatial training. The informational masking measurement test scores were compared before the intervention, one session after the intervention, and one month after between the two groups.
Results: There was a significant improvement in informational masking measurement scores in the intervention group compared to the control (p<0.02). The results showed no significant differences between the informational masking measurement scores before and after the intervention in the control group (p>0.05) and a significant difference in most signal to noise ratio i.e. 0, -5 and -10, in the intervention group (p≤0.006). No significant difference was found between the results of the two assessments one session and one month after the intervention in any of the positions (p>0.05), which suggests that both groups’ scores remained highly stable one month after the intervention
Conclusion: This study introduced a spatial training program to improve speech perception in noise in normal-hearing elderly listeners. It was recommended that this kind of training be included in geriatric population auditory rehabilitation programs.
Keywords: Informational masking; energetic masking; elderly; speech perception in noise
FAIR AND INCLUSIVE SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATION: A STUDY OF GAP BETWEEN TEACHERS-STUDENTS RELATIONSHIP
Authors: Roohi Tahira , Rukhshanda  , Alizai Shahida Habib , Abid Seemab , Khan Zahid , Ali Amir 
Published: September 2022

Purpose of the study: The current study was conducted to examine the cognitive and motivational variables believed in inculcating the maturity of the teacher-student relationship and, in turn, school success.
Methodology: The survey and observation method was utilized, and the sample was a random sample of 248 teachers and 566 students of grades 9 and 10 from four sample districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The Chi-Square Test was applied to scrutinize the contrast between fair and inclusive secondary school education and the teacher-student relationship.
Main Findings: The results suggested that it is essential for teachers to transfer their positive and motivational attitude, sincerity, and emotional stability to students according to settings in order to develop fair and inclusive secondary school education.
Applications of the study: The current study is useful for KPESE because it focuses on improving the present status of secondary school education; for this reason, they allocate resources and set up an IMU system for staff and school success.
Novelty/Originality of the study: For the first time, the current research was conducted to clarify the bond between fair and inclusive secondary school education in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, with healthy, positive, strong teacher-student relationships.
Design and Appraisal of Hydraulic Fractures
Authors: Jones Jack , Britt Larry K. 
Published: September 2022

Using an interdisciplinary approach, Design and Appraisal of Hydraulic Fractures offers a basic yet comprehensive introduction to the completion and reservoir engineering aspects of hydraulic fracture stimulation. The book is divided into three sections. Section 1 covers the design and placement of a hydraulic fracture stimulation; topics include the basics of the hydraulic fracturing process, stress issues, fracture geometry, controls on generated length and width, fluid and proppant selection, quality control, and quality assurance. Section 2 introduces the use of dynamic data to characterize the in-place hydraulic fracture, outlining the methods of pressure-transient analysis for both pressure-drawdown and pressure-buildup tests. The discussion includes effective wellbore radius, effective fracture half-length, equivalent skin, and their relationships; simulated and field examples illustrate the basic analysis procedure and many common pitfalls. The final section covers the prediction of long-term rate performance and recoverable volumes. Three approaches are discussed: rate-decline type curves, analytical and semianalytical methods, and numerical simulation. Essential elements are given for each and illustrated with field examples.
Design and Appraisal of Hydraulic Fractures is a valuable reference for all members of the geotechnical and surface engineering communities who need to understand the important issues around and the full impact of hydraulic fracture stimulation on well performance.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Diabetes Distress, Depression, Health Anxiety, Quality of life and Treatment Adherence among patients with Type- II Diabetes Mellitus: A Randomized Control Trial
Authors: Abbas Qasir , Latif Sana , Habib Hina Ayza , Shahzad Salman , Sarwar Uzma , Shahzadi Mafia , Ramzan Zoobia , Washdev Washdev 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Objective
Diabetes distress typically causes depression common comorbidity of diabetes unpleasantly affects patients' medical and mental functions. Psychotherapeutic interventions are effective treatments to treat depressive disorders and improve the quality of life in chronic diseases as well as in patients with diabetes. The present study aimed to investigate the efficacy of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) with experimental and waitlist control conditions to treat depression in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
Materials and Methods
A total of 130 outpatients with diabetes and depression were assessed in this randomized control trial and 90 patients were randomized to CBT with experimental (n = 45) and waitlist control (n = 45) conditions. All the patients completed clinical interviews and assessment measures at pre-and post-assessment 16 weeks intervals. Diabetes Distress Scale (DDS) and Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ) were used to assess primary outcomes. Short Health Anxiety Inventory (SHAI), Revised Version of Diabetes Quality of Life Questionnaire (DQLQ), and General Medication Adherence Scale (GMAS) were used to investigate secondary outcomes.
Results
The findings indicated that patients received CBT significantly decreased the level of diabetes distress F(1,60) = 222.710, P < 0.001, η2 = .788), depression F(1,60) = 94.436, P < 0.001, η2 = .611), health anxiety F(1,60) = 201.915, P < .0.001, η2 = 771) as compared to waitlist control condition. Moreover, participants received CBT significantly improved the quality of life F(1,60) = 83.352, P < 0.001, η2 = .581), treatment adherence F(1,60) = 67.579, P < 0.001, η2 = .566) and physical activity schedule F(1,60) = 164.245, P < .0.001, η2 = .736 as compared to a waitlist control condition.
Conclusion
It is concluded that cognitive behavior therapy is an effective and promising intervention for depressive symptoms, diabetes distress, and health anxiety which also help the person to promote quality of life, treatment adherence and physical activity.
An unusual cause of acute ischemic cardioembolic stroke in a middle aged lady: An incidentally detected large Left Atrial Myxoma – A Case Report.
Authors: Bhattacharya Sudipto , Bandyopadhyay Ashok , Pahari Satyabrata , Das Sankha , Dey Ashim Kumar 
Published: September 2022

Abstract
Introduction
Primary cardiac tumors are rare but are surgically curable. Incidence of primary cardiac tumors varied between 0.0017% and 0.03 % in previous studies. Left atrial (LA) myxoma is the most common primary cardiac tumor, locally invading heart or lung tissue, causing left ventricular dysfunction, arrhythmia, pericardial effusion or cardiac tamponade. Again, tumor fragment breakdown or tumor thrombi can result in embolic manifestations, the most deadly manifestations being neurologic. Here we report an unusual cause of acute ischemic cardio-embolic stroke in a middle-aged lady, an incidentally detected large LA myxoma.
Case presentation
A 45-year-old hypertensive lady presented at the Emergency Department (ED) with acute onset aphasia, right facial droop, right sided hemiplegia and left sided subconjunctival haemorrhage. A large LA myxoma was incidentally detected through Transthoracic Echocardiography, which was the cause for the stroke. Excision of LA myxoma was done through a standard median sternotomy, under cardiopulmonary bypass, using the right atrial approach. Histopathology examination of the excised jelly-like mass confirmed it to be an LA myxoma. The patient has been doing well at a follow up period of six months.
Conclusions
Cardiac tumors are rare, but embolic complications can prove to be devastating, especially neurologic. A strong clinical suspicion followed by a thorough physical examination is mandatory as the history can often be misleading, with non-specific signs and symptoms. Trans-esophageal Echocardiography remains the gold standard for diagnosis. Once detected, the tumor needs to be excised at the earliest to prevent further complications.