gebhart/patrepeval huggingface dataset:
Solvothermal synthesis of CoS2–graphene nanocomposite material for high-performance supercapacitors (2012)

A CoS2–graphene nanocomposite was prepared by a facile solvothermal method. FESEM and TEM analyses have confirmed that CoS2 nanoparticles with sizes of 5–15 nm are densely anchored on graphene nanosheets. The as-prepared nanocomposite was electrochemically tested as an electrode material for supercapacitors. The CoS2–graphene nanocomposite exhibited specific capacitances of 314 F g−1 in the aqueous electrolyte and 141 F g−1 in the organic electrolyte at a current rate of 0.5 A g−1 with excellent cycling stability. The electrochemical performance of the nanocomposite has been significantly improved, compared to bare graphene nanosheets and CoS2 nanoparticles. This could be credited to the 3D nanoarchitecture, in which CoS2 nanoparticles were sandwiched between graphene nanosheets, and the additional electrochemical contribution of the decorated CoS2 nanoparticles.
Blood pressure levels, related factors, and hypertension control status of Japanese and Americans. (1991)

Blood pressure levels and related factors in Japanese, US whites and US blacks aged 30 to 74 years were compared, using data from the similarly designed national survey of each country in a similar period, i.e., the National Survey on Circulatory Disorders of Japan, 1980 (10,897 persons from all over Japan) and the second National Health and Nutrition Survey of the US, 1976 to 1980 (NHANES-II) (16,204 persons from all over the USA). Data collection methods were judged to be comparable. Data were stratified by age (30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-74 yrs) and sex. Age-specific and age-adjusted mean systolic BPs of Japanese were generally higher than those of US whites; mean diastolic pressures were similar in the two populations in both men and women. Mean weight and body mass index (BMI) and their standard deviations were lower for Japanese than Americans. In US blacks, BP was higher than in Japanese or in US whites for diastolic in men, and for both systolic and diastolic in women. Systolic BP levels of black men were between those of Japanese and US whites. At specific levels of BMI, Japanese systolic BPs were markedly higher than those of US whites in all age-sex groups, and diastolic pressures were higher in Japanese than in US whites, slightly so at younger ages and more so at ages 60 and over in both sexes. The proportions of all persons with high BP who were receiving antihypertensive treatment and who were controlled were similar in most age-sex groups of the Japanese and US white populations; they were lower in US black men and higher in US black women. In linear regression analyses of BP on BMI controlled for age, slopes were similar for Japanese and Americans. However, given the lower mean BMI and smaller BMI standard deviation (less overweight), partial correlation coefficients between BMI and BP were smaller for Japanese than Americans. These results indicate that overweight plays a lesser role in Japanese than Americans in producing high prevalence rates of hypertension and that other factors are critically involved (e.g., intake of sodium, potassium, calcium, alcohol).
Map Room (2014)

Research Article| February 01 2014 Map Room Josh Sides Josh Sides Josh Sides is the Whitsett Professor of California History at California State University, Northridge and the Editor of California History. Search for other works by this author on: This Site PubMed Google Scholar California History (2014) 91 (1): iv–1. https://doi.org/10.1525/ch.2014.91.1.1 Views Icon Views Article contents Figures & tables Video Audio Supplementary Data Peer Review Share Icon Share Twitter LinkedIn Tools Icon Tools Get Permissions Cite Icon Cite Search Site Citation Josh Sides; Map Room. California History 1 February 2014; 91 (1): iv–1. doi: https://doi.org/10.1525/ch.2014.91.1.1 Download citation file: Ris (Zotero) Reference Manager EasyBib Bookends Mendeley Papers EndNote RefWorks BibTex toolbar search Search Dropdown Menu nav search search input Search input auto suggest search filter All ContentCalifornia History Search This content is only available via PDF. © 2014 by The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. Please direct all requests for permission to photocopy or reproduce article content through the University of California Press's Rights and Permissions website, http://www.ucpressjournals.com/reprintInfo.asp.2014 Article PDF first page preview Close Modal You do not currently have access to this content.
Electrical stimulation and iterative learning control for functional recovery in the upper limb post-stroke (2013)

Therapies using functional electrical stimulation (FES) in conjunction with practice of everyday tasks have proven effective in facilitating recovery of upper limb function following stroke. The aim of the current study is to develop a multi-channel electrical stimulation system that precisely controls the assistance provided in goal-orientated tasks through use of advanced model-based 'iterative learning control' (ILC) algorithms to facilitate functional motor recovery of the upper limb post-stroke. FES was applied to three muscle groups in the upper limb (the anterior deltoid, triceps and wrist extensors) to assist hemiparetic, chronic stroke participants to perform a series of functional tasks with real objects, including closing a drawer, turning on a light switch and repositioning an object. Position data from the participants' impaired upper limb was collected using a Microsoft Kinect® and was compared to an ideal reference. ILC used data from previous attempts at the task to moderate the FES signals applied to each muscle group on a trial by trial basis to reduce performance error whilst supporting voluntary effort by the participant. The clinical trial is on-going. Preliminary results show improvements in performance accuracy for each muscle group, as well as improvements in clinical outcome measures pre and post 18 training sessions. Thus, the feasibility of applying precisely controlled FES to three muscle groups in the upper limb to facilitate functional reach and grasp movements post stroke has been demonstrated.
Genome location and identification of functions defective in the Bartha vaccine strain of pseudorabies virus (1987)

We have shown previously (Lomniczi et al., J. Virol. 52:198-205, 1984) that the Bartha vaccine strain of pseudorabies virus has a deletion in the short unique (Us) region of its genome--a deletion that is related to the absence of virus virulence. This strain is, however, also defective in other genes involved in virulence. We show here that virulence can be restored by marker rescue of the Bartha strain to which an intact Us has been restored (but not to the parental Bartha strain) by sequences derived from approximate map units 0.460 and 0.505 of the wild-type virus genome. No difference in the ability to grow in cell culture was observed between parental Bartha, Bartha 43/25a (Bartha to which an intact Us has been restored), or the doubly rescued Bartha strains. However, only the doubly rescued Bartha strain was virulent for both chickens and pigs and replicated to high titers when inoculated directly into the brains of chickens. The sequences that could restore virulence to the Bartha 43/25a strain encode four genes, all of which are involved in processes leading to the assembly of nucleocapsids. Since these sequences rescue virulence, it appears that a function that plays a role in nucleocapsid assembly is defective in the Bartha strain and that this defect contributes to the lack of virulence of this virus.
Characterization of chronic low‐level proteasome inhibition on neural homeostasis (2003)

Increasing evidence suggests that proteasome inhibition plays a causal role in promoting the neurodegeneration and neuron death observed in multiple disorders, including Alzheimer's disease (AD) and Parkinson's disease (PD). The ability of severe and acute inhibition of proteasome function to induce neuron death and neuropathology similar to that observed in AD and PD is well documented. However, at present the effects of chronic low-level proteasome inhibition on neural homeostasis has not been elucidated. In order to determine the effects of chronic low-level proteasome inhibition on neural homeostasis, we conducted studies in individual colonies of neural SH-SY5Y cells that were isolated following continual exposure to low concentrations (100 nm) of the proteasome inhibitor MG115. Clonal cell lines appeared morphologically similar to control cultures but exhibited significantly different rates of both proliferation and differentiation. Elevated levels of protein oxidation and protein insolubility were observed in clonal cell lines, with all clonal cell lines being more resistant to neural death induced by serum withdrawal and oxidative stress. Interestingly, clonal cell lines demonstrated evidence for increased macroautophagy, suggesting that chronic low-level proteasome inhibition may cause an excessive activation of the lysosomal system. Taken together, these data indicate that chronic low-level proteasome inhibition has multiple effects on neural homeostasis, and suggests that studying the effects of chronic low-level proteasome inhibition may be useful in understanding the relationship between protein oxidation, protein insolubility, proteasome function, macroautophagy and neural viability in AD and PD.
Figures of merit: the sequel (1990)

Science has marched on despite the appearance of the original "Figures of Merit" [18]. The purpose of this survey is to bring the community up to date on the most recent bounds, so that we may collaborate to improve them.
Optically powered video camera link (2007)

We implemented an optically powered video camera connected to a base station at 200 m distance. Power and 100 Mbps datachannel are multiplexed at 810 nm and 1310 nm into a standard 62.5 m multimode fiber. (2 pages)
Robust and Flexible Scalable Video Multicast with Network Coding over P2P Network (2009)

Streaming video using P2P network has gained its popularity as it utilizes the upload bandwidth of the participating peers and alleviates the bandwidth consumption of the streaming server. However, delivering video to a variety of decoding devices over heterogeneous network is a new challenge. In this paper, we propose a system that adopts SVC (scalable video coding) to deal with the heterogeneous environment (including network, display and computational capabilities, etc.), and using network coding (NC) to eliminate the hierarchical relationship of SVC packets. At the source server, video is coded by NC according to the priority of layers; at the intermediate nodes, NC is used by mixing the transmitted packets, then, a packetization scheme tailored to NC delivery is discussed in detail. The proposed scheme can make full use of available bandwidth and reduce the delay, and it enables efficiently video delivery to heterogeneous receivers. Simulation results show that the proposed scheme yields a superior video quality and great bandwidth saving compared to the ordinary NC.
Spin Relaxation of Electrons in Single InAs Quantum Dots (2009)

By using polarization-resolved photoluminescence spectra, we study the electron spin relaxation in single InAs quantum dots (QDs) with the configuration of positively charged excitons X+ (one electron, two holes). The spin relaxation rate of the hot electrons increases with the increasing energy of exciting photons. For electrons localized in QDs the spin relaxation is induced by hyperfine interaction with the nuclei. A rapid decrease of polarization degree with increasing temperature suggests that the spin relaxation mechanisms are mainly changed from the hyperfine interaction with nuclei into an electron-hole exchange interaction.
Appendix K: Interferometer Angle Measurements for Distributed Transmit/Receive Antennas - MATLAB® Code (2013)

This paper presents the interferometer angle measurement for distributed transmit/receive antenna. Inspec keywords: radar computing; angular measurement; radar interferometry; mathematics computing; transmitting antennas; electrical engineering computing; receiving antennas; radar antennas Other keywords: MATLAB code; radar; interferometer angle measurement; distributed transmit-receive antenna Subjects: Antennas; Spatial variables measurement; Electrical engineering computing; Mathematics computing; Radar equipment, systems and applications
Plasma levels of mevalonate and 7α‐hydroxy‐4‐cholesten‐3‐one in chronic liver disease (1999)

In chronic liver disease, there was a tendency for hepatic cholesterogenesis to be sustained in the face of hepatocellular impairment, while bile acid synthesis declined in parallel with the severity of impairment.
Investigation on a new inducer of pulsed eddy current thermography (2016)

In this paper, a new inducer of pulsed eddy current thermography (PECT) is presented. The use of the inducer can help avoid the problem of blocking the infrared (IR) camera’s view in eddy current thermography technique. The inducer can also provide even heating of the test specimen. This paper is concerned with the temperature distribution law around the crack on a specimen when utilizing the new inducer. Firstly, relative mathematical models are provided. In the following section, eddy current distribution and temperature distribution around the crack are studied using the numerical simulation method. The best separation distance between the inducer and the specimen is also determined. Then, results of temperature distribution around the crack stimulated by the inducer are gained by experiments. Effect of current value on temperature rise is studied as well in the experiments. Based on temperature data, temperature features of the crack are discussed.
Obesity: the science behind the management (2002)

The prevalence of obesity is increasing in Western and Westernizing countries. The changing environment plays a major role in this increase, particularly the reduction in physical activity. There is also a strong genetic contribution to the development of obesity, although single-gene defect obesity is rare. Neither the environment nor genes is simple to modify. Obesity is an energy-balance disorder, and the human body has evolved to resist any loss of body fat. This biological drive to maintain weight is coordinated through central pathways, with the involvement of many neuropeptides. Thus, dietary restriction will induce changes designed to counter weight loss, including a fall in resting metabolic rate. The management of obesity demands reasonable goals, which focus on metabolic, rather than cosmetic, improvement. As obesity is a complex condition, multiple therapeutic strategies are required. Dietary modification, an increase in physical activity, a reduction in sedentary activity and behaviour modification all form the basis of obesity therapy. Drug therapy options at present are limited and may have a stronger role in weight maintenance. Currently, surgical management of obesity has the best long-term outcomes. Long-term maintenance of weight loss is achieved by few individuals. Those individuals who are successful are able to maintain long-term restrictive eating habits and high levels of physical activity.
Composition efficacy of Unsaturated Arachidonic acid, Diterpenoids, Malvin (C 29 H 35 ClO 17 ), and Bergenin to neutralise venom from different venomous snake species (2022)

Abstract Snakebite envenomation is a serious problem in tropical and subtropical countries. Antivenom is the only treatment used to treat snake envenomation, however it is unable to neutralise local haemorrhage. Therefore, this study’s aim is to evaluate the efficacy of P. dulce leaf extract to neutralise local haemorrhage induced by three clinically important snake species, B. jararaca, C. atrox and E. carinatus . Moreover, to determine the active components which are responsible for this activity. The plant leaves were extracted using different solvents, however, only E/e extract showed the best neutralizing capacity. The increasing doses, DF-1:2; 1:4, of E/e extract allowed better neutralizing ability s.c. In contrast, the oral/ i.p. acute toxicity test revealed that the optimal doses for the administration of E/e were 1 and 8 mg/kg. In addition to that, E/e was tested for its anti-lathality of LD 50 using B. jararaca venom (1.1mg/kg) i.p., where the higher doses of 16 and 24 mg/kg killed 75% of BALB/C mice. Consequently, the different components of E/e extract were isolated with HPLC. The different components were grouped and tested to uncover the active ones. The results revealed that only three fractions were active, Frc11, Frc13, and Frc14. The active fractions showed a disparity in neutralizing the individual venoms, however, the best neutralising capacity was scored for Frc11. When the same fractions were pooled together, they showed a complete neutralizing ability against individual venoms as well as the pooled venoms. That was confirmed with the anti-gelatinase activity test, where pooled fraction inhibited the SVMP enzyme which is responsible for gelatinase activity. The phytochemical characterisation showed that the active fractions consist mainly of secondary metabolites such as tannins and polyphenols. MALDI-TOF MS confirmed the presence of secondary metabolites in the active fractions. The same fractions were tested for their anti-lethal activity using the pooled venoms (LD 100 ), the results were statistically not significant, as all mice died including the positive controls. Nevertheless, the active fractions showed a noticeable increasing in survival time period especially Frc13 with an average survival time of 37 minutes. The positive control, IAV, scored the longest survival period with a gap of 11 minutes from Frc13.
What kills innovation? Your role as a leader in supporting an innovative culture (2014)

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to suggest a set of leadership practices that can help to build and sustain a culture of innovation. Design/methodology/approach – The article is based on the authors' many years of consulting and facilitating learning experiences in innovation management in a broad range of organizations. The authors have observed that specific leadership and management practices seem to be strongly related to the success or failure of organizations in building self-renewing innovation environments. Findings – Leadership and management behaviors that engender fear, a lack of focus and communication about organizational innovation strategy, a paucity of resources (time, money, encouragement) are among the factors that make innovation less likely or less successful. A clearly communicated purpose, the ability to accept and use failure, and an accessible process for getting a hearing on ideas are among the supportive factors. Practical implications – Many leaders understand that innovation is key to their organization's ability to survive in a connected and competitive business environment. Fewer understand and/or are willing to make the changes that will create and sustain a culture of innovation. Leaders who are willing to adopt some of these practices are likely to achieve better results in encouraging talented people to contribute their capabilities, ideas and efforts to strategic innovation initiatives. Originality/value – Successful innovation is not created through magic and good fortune. It is the product of strategic thinking, a supportive culture, great talent, managers who know when to be involved and when to step back, and leaders who listen, support risk, and learn from failure.
Subaru High-z Exploration of Low-luminosity Quasars (SHELLQs). X. Discovery of 35 Quasars and Luminous Galaxies at 5.7 ≤ z ≤ 7.0 (2019)

Abstract We report the discovery of 28 quasars and 7 luminous galaxies at 5.7 ≤ z ≤ 7.0. This is the tenth in a series of papers from the Subaru High- z Exploration of Low-Luminosity Quasars (SHELLQs) project, which exploits the deep multiband imaging data produced by the Hyper Suprime-Cam (HSC) Subaru Strategic Program survey. The total number of spectroscopically identified objects in SHELLQs has now grown to 93 high- z quasars, 31 high- z luminous galaxies, 16 [O iii ] emitters at z ∼ 0.8, and 65 Galactic cool dwarfs (low-mass stars and brown dwarfs). These objects were found over 900 deg 2 , surveyed by HSC between 2014 March and 2018 January. The full quasar sample includes 18 objects with very strong and narrow Ly α emission, whose stacked spectrum is clearly different from that of other quasars or galaxies. While the stacked spectrum shows N v λ 1240 emission and resembles that of lower- z narrow-line quasars, the small Ly α width may suggest a significant contribution from the host galaxies. Thus, these objects may be composites of quasars and star-forming galaxies.
Computational model of CAR T-cell immunotherapy dissects and predicts leukemia patient responses at remission, resistance, and relapse (2022)

Our model dissected the mechanism behind distinct responses of leukemia to CAR T-cell therapy. This patient-based computational immuno-oncology model can predict late responses and may be informative in clinical treatment and management.
A library of programmable DNAzymes that operate in a cellular environment (2013)

DNAzymes were used as inhibitory agents in a variety of experimental disease settings, such as cancer, viral infections and even HIV. Drugs that become active only upon the presence of preprogrammed abnormal environmental conditions may enable selective molecular therapy by targeting abnormal cells without injuring normal cells. Here we show a novel programmable DNAzyme library composed of variety of Boolean logic gates, including YES, AND, NOT, OR, NAND, ANDNOT, XOR, NOR and 3-input-AND gate, that uses both miRNAs and mRNAs as inputs. Each gate is based on the c-jun cleaving Dz13 DNAzyme and active only in the presence of specific input combinations. The library is modular, supports arbitrary inputs and outputs, cascadable, highly specific and robust. We demonstrate the library's potential diagnostic abilities on miRNA and mRNA combinations in cell lysate and its ability to operate in a cellular environment by using beacon-like c-jun mimicking substrate in living mammalian cells.
Intermittent fasting—the future treatment in NASH patients? (2023)

NASH is one of the leading causes of chronic liver disease with the potential of evolving towards end-stage liver disease and HCC, even in the absence of cirrhosis. Apart from becoming an increasingly prevalent indication for liver transplantation in cirrhotic and HCC patients, its burden on the healthcare system is also exerted by the increased number of noncirrhotic NASH patients. Intermittent fasting has recently gained more interest in the scientific community as a possible treatment approach for different components of metabolic syndrome. Basic science and clinical studies have shown that apart from inducing body weight loss, improving cardiometabolic parameters, namely blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels; insulin and glucose metabolism; intermittent fasting can reduce inflammatory markers, endoplasmic reticulum stress, oxidative stress, autophagy, and endothelial dysfunction, as well as modulate gut microbiota. This review aims to further explore the main NASH pathogenetic metabolic drivers on which intermittent fasting can act upon and improve the prognosis of the disease, and summarize the current clinical evidence.