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Halogenated Pyrimidines as Radiosensitizers in the Treatment of Glioblastoma Multiforme (1987)

Sixty patients with high-grade gliomas (including 50 patients with glioblastoma multiforme) were entered on four sequential Phase I trials combining continuous intravenous infusions of halogenated pyrimidines and high-dose brain irradiation. Patients received two 14-day infusions of bromodeoxyuridine (BUdR) or iododeoxyuridine (IUdR) during the initial wide field and later reduced field radiation treatment (total radiation dose 65-70 Gy). All patients were followed a minimum of 6 months or until death. The actuarial median survival was 13 months for the entire group, with an 18-month survival of 24%. No significant survival differences were observed based on BUdR versus IUdR, 12-h versus 24-h infusion schedule, degree of surgical resection, or sex. Good performance status and age under 50 years were significant favorable prognostic factors. Of interest, the 48 patients who completed planned treatment had a 14-month median survival, with a 30% 18-month survival. These survival observations are at least comparable to other combined modality trials in patients with glioblastoma multiforme. Ongoing and planned clinical trials using the halogenated pyrimidine analogs as radiosensitizers in patients with glioblastoma multiforme are discussed.
Spectres de sections efficaces absolues de photo-ionisation des ions de transition 3d dans InP (1987)

Une étude systématique des spectres de sections efficaces absolues de photo-ionisation σ0n(hν) et σ0 p(hν) des niveaux créés dans la bande interdite de InP par les ions de transition 3d Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co et Cu a été réalisée en utilisant la technique D.L.O.S. (Deep Level Optical Spectroscopy). Un catalogue complet de ces σ0n et σ0p absolus est présenté. Leur analyse révèle des propriétés physiques des ions de transition 3d dans InP: la nature de la configuration orbitale électronique, 1'existence d'états excités, la relaxation de réseau.
A Similarity Search System Based on the Hamming Distance of Social Profiles (2013)

The goal of a similarity search system is to allow users to retrieve data that presents a required similarity level in a certain dataset. For example, such dataset may be applied in the social media scenario, where huge amounts of data represent users in a social network. This paper uses a Vector Space Model (VSM) to represent users' profiles and the Random Hyper plane Hashing (RHH) function to create indexes for them. Both VSM and RHH compose an alternative to address the challenge of performing similarity searches over the huge amount of data present in the social media scenario: the Hamming similarity. In order to evaluate the effectiveness of our proposal, this paper brings examples of reference profiles, used for performing queries, and presents results regarding the correlation between cosine and Hamming similarity and the frequency distribution of Hamming distances among identifiers of users' profiles. In short, the results indicate that Hamming similarity can be useful for the development of similarity search systems for social media.
Crystal Orientation Dependence and Anisotropic Properties of Macropore Formation of p- and n-Type Silicon (2001)

The dependence of macropore morphology on the orientation of p- and n-type silicon samples was studied for various organic and aqueous electrolytes containing hydrofluoric acid. Scanning electron microscopy was used studying the morphology of the macropores. The results show that the macropore formation in p- and n-type silicon is a strongly anisotropic process. Depending on the substrate orientation 〈100〉 and 〈113〉 preferred growth directions could be observed. The microstructure of macropores was studied by analytical and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy. The surface of macropores in n- and p-type Si(001) shows {111} facets indicating that {111} planes are stabilized against further dissolution. Breakthrough pores show very specific anisotropic properties independent of the electrolyte. These pores consist of periodic arrangements of truncated octahedral voids with {111} walls strung up in 〈100〉 directions. The crystal orientation dependence of pore formation reflects specific properties of the pore formation mechanism and one of the important electrolyte parameters is the ability to form an anodic oxide. Macropores formed in more strongly oxidizing electrolytes tend to have smoother macropore walls. © 2001 The Electrochemical Society. All rights reserved.
Dynamic Security-Level Maximization for Stabilized Parallel Deep Learning Architectures in Surveillance Applications (2017)

This paper introduces a new surveillance platform which is equipped with multiple parallel deep learning frameworks. The deep learning frameworks are used for the face recognition of input image and video streams from CCTV cameras in security applications. Each deep learning framework has its own accuracy (related to recognition performance) and operation time (related to system stability) those are in tradeoff relationship. Based on this system architecture, a new dynamic control algorithm which selects one deep learning framework for time-average security-level (i.e., machine learning accuracy for recognition and classification) maximization under the consideration of system stability. The performance of the proposed algorithm was evaluated and also verified that it achieves desired performance.
A photoluminescence study of CdS<sub>x</sub>Se<sub>1-x</sub>semiconductor quantum dots (1992)

The author reports a study of room temperature photoluminescence, electromodulation and Raman scattering experiments on CdSxSe1-x quantum dots of various sizes (18 AA to 108 AA) embedded in a glass matrix. The Raman experiment confirms that all the samples have the same semiconductor composition. Electromodulation is used to identify the quantum confinement peak position. The observed peaks of photoluminescence and electromodulation spectra are not at the same position and the difference is dependent on the particle size. An explanation in terms of a bound exciton is given to interpret the photoluminescence spectra.
Renal epithelial cyst formation and enlargement in vitro: dependence on cAMP. (1989)

Cysts, a common abnormality of kidneys, are collections of urine-like fluid enclosed by a continuous layer of epithelial cells. Renal cysts derive from nephrons and collecting ducts and progressively enlarge as a consequence of epithelial proliferation and transepithelial fluid secretion. The initiation of cyst formation and the factors that control cyst enlargement are unknown. We used an in vitro model of renal cysts to explore the role of the cAMP signal transduction system in the formation and expansion of cysts. MDCK cells, cultured in hydrated-collagen gel, produced polarized monolayered epithelial cysts when intracellular cAMP was increased by prostaglandin E1, arginine vasopressin, cholera toxin, forskolin, or 8-bromoadenosine 3',5'-cyclic monophosphate. All agonists were potentiated by 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine, a nucleotide phosphodiesterase inhibitor. The cell proliferation component of cyst enlargement was accelerated by cAMP agonists, as shown by the increased growth of MDCK cells in subconfluent monolayers. The fluid secretion component, reflected by the transepithelial movement of fluid across polarized monolayers of MDCK cells grown on permeable supports, was stimulated by cAMP agonists in the basolateral medium. Chloride levels were higher in the cyst fluid and the secreted fluid than in the bathing medium. We conclude that the development of MDCK cysts is dependent on cAMP. This signal transduction system may be an important modulator of epithelial cell proliferation and transepithelial fluid secretion in the kidney.
Bronchial reactivity and intracellular magnesium: a possible mechanism for the bronchodilating effects of magnesium in asthma (1998)

1. Increased bronchial smooth muscle contractility with consequent bronchial hyperreactivity are characteristic physiopathological events of asthma. Since magnesium intervenes in calcium transport mechanisms and intracellular phosphorylation reactions, it constitutes an important determinant of the contraction/relaxation state of bronchial smooth muscle. In the present study we investigated the relationship between bronchial reactivity, assessed by methacholine-provocation test, and magnesium concentrations both at extracellular and intracellular levels measured by spectrophotometry. Twenty-two patients with mild-to-moderate asthma and 38 non-asthmatic subjects with allergic rhinitis (24 allergic to Parietaria pollen and 14 allergic to Grass pollen) were recruited to the study. Exclusion criteria included renal failure, hepatic diseases, heart failure and arterial hypertension. 2. The salient finding of our study is that there is a strong positive correlation between bronchial reactivity and the level of intracellular magnesium (r=0.72, P<0.0001), both when the groups are analysed separately or together. Intracellular magnesium concentrations in the group of patients with asthma were significantly lower (1.8+/-0. 01 mmol/l; n=22) when compared with levels in rhinitis subjects allergic to Parietaria (1.9+/-0.01 mmol/l; n=24, P<0.05), and with levels in rhinitis subjects allergic to Grass pollen (2.0+/-0.03 mmol/l; n=14, P<0.05). Serum levels of the ion were similar in all groups. 3. We conclude that the level of intracellular magnesium may be an important determinant of bronchial hyperreactivity, as supported by the significant positive correlation between these two parameters in allergic patients with known bronchial hyperresponsiveness. This finding, in addition to reports of the bronchodilating effects of magnesium administration in patients with asthma, confirms the proposed role of this ion in the pathogenesis and treatment of asthma.
Variation in the Sepions of Victorian Cuttles (Mollusca : Cephalopoda) (1979)

Summary Data is presented on the variation found in beach stranded cuttle sepions from Victoria, Australia, It is found that the width - length relationship is the most useful enabling the determination for each species of juvenile - adult growth stages, sexual dimorphism and breeding cycles.
Oral and Pharyngeal Neoplasia in the Dog: A Retrospective Survey of 361 Cases (1979)

SUMMARY Records of 411 cases of malignant oral and pharyngeal neoplasia in dogs seen at the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Hospital between 1952 and 1976 were reviewed. The most common tumors were squamous cell carcinoma ( scc ; 164), malignant melanoma (121), and fibrosarcoma (76). The median age was 8 years for dogs with fibrosarcoma, 9 years for dogs with nontonsillar scc , 10 years for dogs with tonsillar scc , and 12 years for dogs with malignant melanoma. Oral tumors were more common in males. Smaller breeds tended to develop malignant melanomas and tonsillar scc , whereas larger breeds had more fibrosarcomas and nontonsillar scc . The gingiva was the most common site for malignant melanoma and fibrosarcoma, and the tonsil was the most common site for scc . Gingival tumors were evenly divided among the three tumor types, but 76% of labial or buccal mucosal tumors were malignant melanomas. Gingival fibrosarcomas were more often located in the maxillary arcade. Gingival scc were most often located rostral to the canine teeth. Radiographic evidence of thoracic metastasis was seen in 14% of malignant melanomas, 10% of fibrosarcomas, 8% of tonsillar scc , and 3% of nontonsillar scc at the time of diagnosis; however, necropsy findings indicated there were at least 13% false-negative thoracic radiographs in dogs with malignant melanoma. For more than one half of all gingival tumors, bone invasion was evident on occlusal radiography. At necropsy, 81% of malignant melanomas, 77% of tonsillar scc , and 35% of fibrosarcomas had metastasized to or beyond regional lymphnodes. In dogs treated with conventional surgery or radiation therapy, the major cause of treatment failure was recurrence of tumor at the primary site.
Using software architectural patterns for synthetic embedded multicore benchmark development (2012)

Benchmarks capture the essence of many important real-world applications and allow performance, and power analysis while developing new systems. Synthetic benchmarks are a miniaturized form of benchmarks that allow high simulation speeds and act as proxies to proprietary applications. Software architecture principles guide the development of new applications and benchmarks. We leverage software architectural patterns in developing synthetic benchmarks for embedded multicore systems. We developed an automated framework complete with characterization and synthesis components and performed experiments on PARSEC and Rodinia benchmarks. Our benchmarks can be run on any given infrastructure, that is, SMP or message passing, unlike previously developed benchmarks. Hence, this allows us to target heterogeneous embedded multicore systems. Our results show that the synthetic benchmarks and the real applications are similar with respect to various micro-architecture dependent as well as independent metrics.
Endothelial cells in the bone marrow of patients with multiple myeloma (2003)

Endothelial cells (EC) were extracted through a lectin-based method from bone marrow of 57 patients with active multiple myeloma (MM) and compared with their healthy quiescent counterpart, human umbilical vein EC (HUVEC). MMECs exhibit specific antigens that indicate ongoing angiogenesis and embryo vasculogenesis; solid intercellular connections, hence stability of MM neovessels; and frequent interactions with plasma cells, hence tumor dissemination. They show heterogeneous antigen expression, hence existence of subsets. Their main genetic markers are indicative of a vascular phase. They show intrinsic angiogenic ability, because they rapidly form a capillary network in vitro, and extrinsic ability, because they generate numerous new vessels in vivo. They vividly secrete growth and invasive factors for plasma cells. They signal through kinases mandatory for development of neovascularization. Ultrastructurally, they are abnormal and show metabolic activation, like tumor ECs. Thalidomide heavily interferes with their functions. Vasculogenesis and angiogenesis might contribute to the MM vascular tree and progression, in the form of growth, invasion, and dissemination. In view of the heterogeneity of the antigenic phenotype of MMECs, a mixture (or a sequence) of antiangiogenic agents coupled with thalidomide would seem plausible for the biologic management of MM.
The proliferative and synthetic response of isolated calvarial bone cells of rats to cyclic biaxial mechanical strain. (1991)

Isolated bone cells from the calvaria of newborn rats were grown in monolayer on polyurethane membranes in specially constructed culture chambers. These were subjected to cyclic biaxial mechanical strains of 0.02 per cent (200 microstrain), 0.04 per cent (400 microstrain), and 0.1 per cent (1000 microstrain) at a frequency of one hertz for periods ranging from fifteen minutes to seventy-two hours. DNA content, an index of proliferation, was significantly increased at a strain of 0.04 per cent applied for fifteen minutes and for twenty-four and forty-eight hours. DNA content was not increased at the other amplitudes of strain that were evaluated, nor was it increased after prolonged mechanical stimulation for forty-eight hours or longer. Synthesis of collagen, non-collagenous protein, and proteoglycan, as well as activity of alkaline phosphatase, all indicators of macromolecular synthesis, were significantly decreased at a strain of 0.04 per cent applied for fifteen minutes and for twenty-four, forty-eight, and seventy-two hours. Macromolecular synthesis was not affected by the other amplitudes of strain that were evaluated in this study. At a strain of 0.04 per cent, prostaglandin E2 content was significantly increased after five, fifteen, and thirty minutes of mechanical stimulation, whereas net cAMP content did not change significantly. This suggests that the described cellular events (increased proliferation and decreased macromolecular synthesis) that occur secondary to mechanical strain are mediated, at least in part, by prostaglandin E2.
Jeffreys Prior Analysis of the Simultaneous Equations Model in the Case with n+1 Endogenous Variables (1998)

www.elsevier.com/locate/econbase Je reys prior analysis of the simultaneous equations model in the case with n +1 endogenous variables John C. Chaoa; ∗ b; c; d
A Non-Self Aligned InP HBT Production Process (2002)

commercial carbon-doped epitaxial structures has been developed and characterized in a high volume 4-inch wafer production line. This HBT technology utilizes non-self aligned emitter and base contacts, InP emitter, selective etch stop layers and optimized base-collector junction grading profile for enhanced manufacturability and performance. The availability of high quality and stable InP-based commercial epitaxial materials has greatly shortened the process development time. Our InP DHBTs exhibit very low knee voltage of 0.5V at 100 kA/cm2 with peak ft = 160 GHz and peak fmax of 190GHz. A SPICE-like large signal model is also discussed in this paper. Following the successful pattern of its GaAs HBT counterpart, we believe a low cost, high yield and manufacturable 4-inch InP HBT production will become a reality soon.
Application and evaluation of pervaporation for the production of low alcohol wines (1988)

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Direct Liquid Coating of Chalcopyrite Light‐Absorbing Layers for Photovoltaic Devices (2009)

Abstract Liquid deposition approaches for chalcopyrite films used in thin‐film photovoltaic devices are reviewed. Most of the targeted materials are based on Cu‐In or Cu‐In‐Ga sulfides and selenides (i.e., CIS or CIGS, respectively), although recently related alternative materials based on abundant and non‐toxic elements such as the kesterite Cu 2 ZnSnS 4 have been actively investigated. By direct liquid coating we refer collectively to a variety of techniques characterized by distributing a liquid or a paste to the surface of a substrate, followed by necessary thermal/chemical treatments to achieve the desired phase. The deposition media used are solutions or particle (usually submicrometer size) suspensions of metal oxide, organic and inorganic compounds, including metal chalcogenide species. The deposition techniques used are mainly printing and spin‐coating, although any standard process such as spraying, dip‐coating or slit casting can be applied. In contrast to other widely investigated liquid‐coating methods such as chemical bath and electrodeposition, in which relatively slower solid film growth occurs during the actual deposition step, the techniques discussed in this Microreview are mainly sequential, featuring rapid formation of a precursor film with well‐defined metal stoichiometry. The precursor film is then transformed by a thermal treatment, generally in a chalcogen‐containing atmosphere, to the final crystalline layer. This approach permits the use of low‐cost and high‐throughput equipment and the deployment of large‐scale production facilities with lower capital investment. Although many of the methods discussed are under laboratory development, there are already industrial start‐ups employing these promising methods for future large‐scale photovoltaic production.
A unified numerical approach to semiconductor-superconductor heterostructures (2018)

We develop a unified numerical approach for modeling semiconductor-superconductor heterostructures. Our approach takes into account on equal footing important key ingredients: proximity-induced superconductivity, orbital and Zeeman effect of an applied magnetic field, spin-orbit coupling as well as the electrostatic environment. As a model system, we consider indium arsenide (InAs) nanowires with epitaxial aluminum (Al) shell and demonstrate qualitative agreement of the obtained results with the existing experimental data. Finally, we characterize the topological superconducting phase emerging in a finite magnetic field and calculate the corresponding topological phase diagram.
Clues to the Animal Origins of SARS (2003)

On 23 May, Chinese researchers announced that they had found the virus that causes severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) in civet cats, a species eaten as a delicacy in China. Just as the results were announced, a new cluster of 11 probable cases surfaced in Toronto, 2 weeks after the Canadian city had been declared SARS-free.
Solid state video recorder (1988)

In the short term the SSVR (solid state video recorder) offers an increased range of facilities and faster operation that will bring about a change in the way in which many productions are made. The major impact will be, in the first instance, on the production of commercials, music videos and similar items with running times measured in seconds. By 1989/90 the arrival of the pin-compatible 4 Mbit DRAM will extend SSVR storage capacity to more than five minutes and SSVR will displace mechanical recording media in a growing range of applications.
Beliefs About Hospital Diabetes and Perceived Barriers to Glucose Management Among Inpatient Midlevel Practitioners (2008)

Most midlevel providers acknowledged the importance of good glucose control in the hospital. Lack of familiarity with how to use insulin in the hospital was the most commonly cited barrier to care. Educational programs should heavily emphasize inpatient treatment strategies.
Photothermal Correlation Spectroscopy of Gold Nanoparticles in Solution (2009)

We demonstrate correlation analysis of the photothermal signal from gold nanoparticles diffusing in solution. Our experimental setup is primarily optimized for large detection volumes and therefore has a relatively low numerical aperture (0.25). This requirement limits light collection and detection efficiency, but we can nevertheless detect particles as small as 20 nm in diameter in 100 μs. Photothermal correlation spectroscopy (PCS) in water and in water:glycerol mixtures gives access to characteristic diffusion times of some tens of milliseconds. Diffusion is enhanced for high pump intensities, due to the increased temperature around the particle. The photothermal signal at the detector arises from the interference of the scattered probe beam and a reference field. In the forward configuration, the reference is the transmitted probe beam itself. In the backward configuration, the reference wave is a reflection by a nearby interface. It has an optical phase difference depending on the distance of the particle to the reflecting interface. The backward signal also includes the directly modulated scattering signal. Potential applications of photothermal correlation in biological labeling are demonstrated on bacteriophage virus particles carrying 20 nm gold labels.
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Review (2008)

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) are under evaluation by various stake holders to better understand their capability and potential benefits. PHEVs could allow users to significantly improve fuel economy over a standard HEV and in some cases, depending on daily driving requirements and vehicle design, have the ability to eliminate fuel consumption entirely for daily vehicle trips. The cost associated with providing charge infrastructure for PHEVs, along with the additional costs for the on-board power electronics and added battery requirements associated with PHEV technology will be a key factor in the success of PHEVs. This report analyzes the infrastructure requirements for PHEVs in single family residential, multi-family residential and commercial situations. Costs associated with this infrastructure are tabulated, providing an estimate of the infrastructure costs associated with PHEV deployment.