jimnoneill/paper-to-field-training huggingface dataset:
Spatial prediction filtering for increased penetration depth in synthetic aperture ultrasound

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

Synthetic aperture (SA) ultrasound imaging is a well-known technique in which RF signals for every transmit and receive element combinations is first obtained and a 2-way-focused image is synthetically formed afterwards. Despite its benefits, one of its main shortcomings is reduced penetration depth caused by low acoustic power from single element firing. To address this challenge, we propose a spatial prediction filtering technique called the frequency-space (F-X) prediction filtering (FXPF), which adaptively constructs a spatial filter that rejects random noise and off-axis clutter components directly from the time-aligned channel data. By utilizing the information in the spatial domain, FXPF enhances the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) by suppressing random noise within the transducer bandwidth, which typically cannot be filtered by temporal bandpass filters.
Effect of hydrogen bonding on the π-electronic absorption spectra of some bicyclic secondary amines

Field: Chemistry (Physical Sciences)

Spectral shift and change in the intensity of electronic absorption bands of bicyclic molecules, 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinoline (THQ) and 1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline (THIQ), on hydrogen bond formation in binary and ternary solutions were investigated. Roles of factors contributing to the spectral changes such as change in configuration of the molecules and σ–π interaction are discussed in this paper.
Occipital horn asymmetry in children

Field: Neuroscience (Life Sciences)

Abstract In 75 young neurological patients ranging in age from 5 months to nearly 18 years, the left occipital horn was longer than the right in 29 instances whereas the right was longer than the left in only 13 cases ( p < 0.025). Elongations of the right occipital horn as well as symmetrical horns were associated with cerebral damage incurred prior to the end of the first year of life ( p = 0.06).
Subtotal calvarial vault reconstruction utilizing a customized polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implant with chimeric microvascular soft tissue coverage in a patient with syndrome of the trephined: A case report

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

The syndrome of the trephined is a neurologic phenomenon that manifests as sudden decline in cognition, behavior, and sensorimotor function due to loss of intracranial domain. This scenario typically occurs in the setting of large craniectomy defects, resulting from trauma, infection, and/or oncologic extirpation. Cranioplasty has been shown to reverse these symptoms by normalizing cerebral hemodynamics and metabolism. However, successful reconstruction may be difficult in patients with complex and/or hostile calvarial defects. We present the case of a 48-year-old male with a large cranial bone defect, who failed autologous cranioplasty secondary to infection, and developed rapid neurologic deterioration leading to a near-vegetative state. Following debridement and antibiotic therapy, delayed cranioplasty was accomplished using a polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implant with free chimeric latissimus dorsi/serratus anterior myocutaneous flap transfer for vascularized resurfacing. Significant improvements in cognition and motor skill were noted in the early postoperative period. At 6-month follow-up, the patient had regained the ability to speak, ambulate and self-feed—correlating with evidence of cerebral/ventricular re-expansion on computed tomography. Based on our findings, we advocate delayed alloplastic implantation with total vascularized soft tissue coverage as a viable alternative for reconstructing extensive, hostile calvarial defects in patients with the syndrome of the trephined.
Quality Control of Polyacrylamide Products with Infrared Spectroscopy

Field: Chemistry (Physical Sciences)

Abstract The anionic, cationic and nonionic polyacrylamide samples, as well as four kinds of inorganic salt samples, including sodium sulfate, sodium chloride, sodium carbonate and ammonium sulfate, were respectively analyzed with Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) to establish their standard reference infrared spectra, meanwhile the characteristic peaks are distinguished. At the same time, the polyacrylamide samples containing different concentration and different kinds of inorganic salts were respectively analyzed with FT-IR to establish their IR spectra. Then a method used for quality control of polyacrylamide products was established, which can be used to evaluate the purity of the products, determine the impurities and relevant contents preliminarily.
E-Government and Digitalization as Catalysts for Organizational Transformation and Public Service Efficiency in Indonesian Local Governments

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Digital transformation in Indonesian local government plays a crucial role in improving the efficiency and accountability of public services. The implementation of egovernment, which integrates information technology into government systems, has significant potential to streamline bureaucratic processes, expedite decision-making, and improve interaction between the government and the public. However, despite this great potential, significant barriers remain, such as the digital divide, limited infrastructure, and the lack of digital literacy, especially in less developed areas. Using a literature review methodology, this study aims to identify and analyze the relationship between digitalization, organizational design of local government agencies, and public service efficiency. The findings of this study indicate that the success of e-government implementation heavily depends on the development of digital infrastructure, human resource capacity, and the alignment of organizational structures at the regional level. The study also identifies gaps in e-government implementation caused by unequal digital access and emphasizes the importance of organizational reform to maximize the benefits of digital transformation. This research contributes by providing deeper insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by local governments in digitalization and offers recommendations for improving public service efficiency in Indonesia.
Development of conductivity sensor for water monitoring

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

Aqueous conductivity measurement is often used as a control parameter. It is widely used in many applications, not only for industrial purposes, but also in the environmental monitoring field. Through the assessment on conductivity levels of the water bodies, one can keep an eye on the potential chemical and biological threats on the marine ecosystems. This paper presents the development of a low-cost and accurate four-electrode conductivity sensor. The construction of the system uses cheap poly (methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) acrylic sheets with thickness of 1 mm, aluminium sheets and an external water temperature thermometer. The sensor is designed to cater for an extensive range of electrolyte measurements with its flexibility to adjust its cell constant. The paper also explores how parameters such as temperature, salinity and polarization affect water conductivity, as well as the choice of the cell constant for the suitable range of electrolytes to be measured.
On the features of measuring the shock waves parameters under nonuniform flow conditions

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

In the efforts to reduce the intensity of sonic boom generated by a supersonic aircraft, the problem of measuring the parameters of the shock waves in the experiments in a non-uniform flow is considered. It is necessary to measure the static pressure distribution behind the head shock wave at various distances from the model under study. The measured data of the shock wave profile obtained with the help of a drained measuring plate and a comb of pressure probes are given. A technique for processing experimental data is presented.
Sums of Three Squareful Numbers

Field: Mathematics (Physical Sciences)

sponsorship: The authors are grateful to Emmanuel Peyre and the anonymous referee for useful comments and to Hendrik Hubrechts for help with preparing the numerical evidence. While working on this paper the first author was supported by EPSRC grant number EP/E053262/1. (EPSRC|EP/E053262/1, EPSRC|EP/E053262/1, Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council|EP/E053262/1)
Oral contraceptives and alopecia areata.

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

bewitching a client to death.Furthermore, suggestions of death directly implanted into the impressionable minds of young children may well prove to be particularly harmful and even disastrous, as the " Labrador case " (7 August, p. 363) so tragically illustrates.In order to collect information with a view to possible further exploration of this sub- ject, I would be interested to investigate a sample of fortune-tellers in this country who would be prepared to submit their forecasting methods to critical exposition.Secondly, I would be interested to hear from any doctor who knows of patients with anxieties resulting from foreknowledge, death premonitions, or taboo-and would welcome facts about any other patients who may have been scared or scared themselves to death.It would, of course, be essential to compare the reports with cases in which the predicted occurrence of death at a certain time was not fulfilled.Thirdly, I would like to be acquainted with the findings of any similar research which may possibly have already been undertaken on this interesting topic.-Iam, etc.,
Renormalization constants for $N_{\rm f}=2+1+1$ twisted mass QCD

Field: Physics and Astronomy (Physical Sciences)

We summarize recent non-perturbative results obtained for the renormalization constants computed in the RI'-MOM scheme for $N_{\rm f}=2+1+1$ twisted mass QCD. Our implementation employs the Iwasaki gauge action and four dynamical degenerate twisted mass fermions. Renormalization constants for scalar, pseudo-scalar, vector and axial operators, as well as the quark propagator renormalization, are computed at three different values of the lattice spacing, two different volumes and several values of the twisted mass. Our method allows for a precise cross-check of the running, because of the particular proper treatment of the hypercubic artifacts. Preliminary results for twist-2 operators are also presented.
An efficient synthesis of 14β-aminocodeinone from thebaine

Field: Chemistry (Physical Sciences)

Oxidation of 2,2,2-trichloroethyl N-hydroxycarbamate with sodium periodate in the presence of thebaine (1) gave (82%) a cycloadduct (4) of trichloroethyl nitrosoformate and the alkaloid. This adduct was converted with hydrogen chloride in ethylene glycol into 14β-N-(2,2,2-trichloroethoxycarbonyl)-N-hydroxyaminocodeinone ethylene acetal (5) and thence, via 14β-aminocodeinone ethylene acetal (6), into 14β-aminocodeinone (3) in an overall yield of 67–70%. Treatment of the adduct (4) with methanolic hydrogen chloride gave an equilibrium mixture (ca. 1 : 1) of (4) and the dimethyl acetal (2d) corresponding to (5).
Identifying species assemblages on the Northeast Shelf from bottom trawl surveys

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

No abstracts are to be cited without prior reference to the author. “Integrated Ecosystem Assessments” (IEAs) provide guidance on a suite of species and account for factors such as climate change, which are often not addressed in traditional stock assessments. The U.S. Northeast shelf is a highly productive, temperate system strongly influenced by local oceanography. Many studies have illustrated shifts in species distributions, both in response to changing temperatures and fishing pressure. However, the Northeast shelf is a diverse region, with shallower warmer waters south of Georges Bank and deeper, more variable bottom topography in the Gulf of Maine. To better address this diversity and following an ecosystem approach, we examine changes in the distribution of assemblages, defined by species-specific thermal and bathymetric preferences, regionally within the Northeast shelf. We identify four assemblages regionally based on survey data from the Northeast bottom trawl that are well defined by bottom temperature and depth. We use these assemblages to examine latitudinal and depth-related movements of the species and compare this to predicted species-specific climate velocities. In general, we find depth to be a stronger descriptor of species and assemblage shifts in the northern region of our study area while both depth and latitudinal shifts are important in species distributions in south of Georges Bank.
Understanding Parkinson's Disease: A Basic Overview

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Abstract Parkinson's disease (PD) is a multi-system disease, with clinical features typically described across three domains: motor, non-motor, and neuropsychiatric symptoms. There is no known cause or cure for PD, and diagnosis occurs often through a process of elimination, remaining one of clinical assessment, expert opinion, and observing disease progression over time. In the absence of disease modifying therapy for PD, pharmacological treatments play a role in symptomatic relief and improving quality of life (QoL). A narrowing therapeutic window and motor fluctuations present a challenge to the pharmacological management of PD. Device assisted therapies including Duodopa, Apomorphine and deep brain stimulation are based on the concept of providing stable and continuous stimulation to minimise pulsatile sudden or unexpected fluctuations. Studies continue to demonstrate the benefit of multidisciplinary input and the impact on functional status, mood, motor abilities, cognitive performance, speech skills, independence and QoL of a person with PD. Nurses are well placed to identify complications, escalate concerns, and initiate timely referral to members of a multidisciplinary team. Understanding the clinical features of PD as well as the basic assessment and management of the disease is essential in providing holistic care and supports to maintain QoL for those with PD and their caregivers.
1304 Symptom recognition and health care seeking among immigrants and native Swedish patients with heart failure

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

In general, D reported lower QOL outcomes than nD patients.Among analysed variables, for patients with D only a level of education was associated with higher Physical Component Summary (PCS) and Mental Component Summary (MCS) results at 6 months follow-up: (βcoefficient: 4.89 (95%CI: 4.55, 4.23 ; p b 0.34), and(βcoefficient: 0.82, 95% CI: 0.06, 1.58; p b 0.76), respectively.With lower PSC results: older age N 65: β; -coefficient: 3.54, 95%CI: 2.56, 4.52; p b 0.98), more single persons βcoefficient: 2.56, 95% CI: 1.59, 3.53; p b 0.97), higher the Canadian Cardiovascular Society's classification (CCSS) class (βcoefficient: 4.49, 95% CI: 3.85, 5.13; p b 0.64), lower left ventricular ejection fraction (β -coefficient: 6.39, 95% CI 5.4, 7.38; p b 0.99).Lower MCS results at 6 monthfollow up were associated with: older age N 65 (βcoefficient: 3.18, 95% CI: 3.3, 36), p b 0.18), more single persons (β -coefficient: 2.58, 95%: 1.76, 3.4, p b 0.82), more retired patients (β -coefficient: 1.03, 95% CI: 0.48, 1.58; p b 0.55).Conclusion: Diabetes mellitus itself is not a significant determinant of the QOL results after PCI.
Model of impact of household assets on labor price: European experience

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance (Social Sciences)

This article deals with existing models of household behavior, based on the assumption of the possibility of employees to determine their own level of consumption and employment, depending on a given wage rate and accumulated assets. An alternative view is offered that the wage rate accepted by employees can be expressed through financial assets and employment. Based on this assumption, the model "financial assets – labor price" was developed, determining the impact of the volume of financial assets of households and the level of employment on the wage rate, the minimum acceptable for workers. The model was tested in twelve European countries. The calculations confirmed the basic hypothesis of the study, namely the dependence of the level of wages on the volume of available assets and employment.
The Latrobe valley: The politics of loss and hope in a region of transition

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

This paper suggests that in places like the Latrobe Valley in south-eastern Victoria, Australia, that are undergoing significant change and transition, the narratives describing historical and contemporary feelings about such change are integral to a better understanding of how certain politics of emotion and affect are mobilised. Subsequently implications of this for regional futures are explored. The article traces the origins of the Latrobe Valley’s coal industry and the establishment of its mining communities, with specific attention paid to narratives of communal belonging and loss as government involvement in the region shifted from a somewhat benign paternalism to the neoliberalist ideologies of the 1980s. This history is integral to current narratives about a perceived ongoing ignorance or lack of consideration on the impact of economic and social decisions made for this region. This paper focuses specifically on interview material that arises out of the work undertaken by the Community Wellbeing Stream of the Hazelwood Health Study. This interview material offers a means to examine participants’ emotional connections and responses to change. Through an analysis of this material the aim was to uncover the role such narratives may play in mobilising responses to the region’s current contexts and what this might tell us about future pathways.
PENGARUH LEADER MEMBER EXCHANGE DAN MASA KERJA PADA WORK ENGAGEMENT PEGAWAI DINAS XYZ

Field: Business, Management and Accounting (Social Sciences)

Bureaucratic reform is the first milestone in efforts to improve the performance of public services in Indonesia. Organizational performance is the responsibility of every part of the organization, including the human resources. For this reason, it is necessary to manage the right human resources to achieve organizational goals, one of which is to improve employee’s engagement work. This study aims to determine the relationship between leader-member exchange (LMX) and work engagement and measure the effect of tenure as a moderator on the relationship between the two variables. The sample used in this study is Civil Servants (PNS) at Dinas XYZ. The data collected were 194 participants, which processed using the Hayes’process moderation analysis technique in SPSS. Furthermore, the measuring instrument used to measure work engagement was 10 items of UWES (Utrecht Work Engagement Scale) and 12 item of the LMX-MDM Questionnaire. Based on the results of data analysis, it was found that LMX is positively related and predicts work engagement significantly, but the role of tenure as a moderator is not proven.
P-614 MULTI-METHOD ASSESSMENT OF ERGONOMIC RISKS TO VETERINARY TECHNICIANS AT A SMALL-ANIMAL CLINIC

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

Abstract Introduction Veterinary technicians in small-animal clinics are often exposed to activities associated with work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs), but the available research is limited. This multi-method case study identifies prevalent tasks with ergonomic hazards and defines the associated risk levels. Potential interventions are discussed. Methods Nine technicians participated in assessing symptoms and identifying tasks with ergonomic risk factors. A modified NORDIC questionnaire was administered to determine WMSD discomfort. A focus group identified activities with ergonomic risk factors. The jobs with high-risk factors were further evaluated using the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA). Results All participants experienced musculoskeletal discomfort in at least five body regions. They reported being unable to perform work over the last 12 months due to WMSDs on shoulders, ankles, and feet 33% (n=3), neck and lower back 22% (n=2), and wrists, hands, hips, thighs, and knees 11% (n=1). One respondent reported no discomfort over the last seven days, while eight indicated discomfort in three or more body areas. Three tasks were chosen for REBA analysis. Restraining and handling animals had a high-risk REBA score (ranging from 8 to 10). Sedation/recovery had a low to medium-risk REBA score (3 to 5). Dental procedure recovery had a low to very high-risk REBA score (ranging from 2 to 11). Discussion The findings indicate that most veterinary technicians experience musculoskeletal discomfort and are exposed to significant WMSD risk levels when performing everyday tasks. Conclusion This assessment produced several administrative and engineering controls to reduce the risk of WMSDs in the selected tasks.
PAIN THAT LIMITS PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AFFECTS COGNITION IN ADULTS

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Abstract Reduced cognitive skills have been observed in adults with chronic pain. The purpose of this study was to explore the relationship between pain and cognition in adults utilizing a large national sample. This was a cross-sectional study employing the 2015 wave of the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS). A total of 134,058 adults had complete data on the variables of interest for this study. Half of the sample (50%; n = 66,479) reported having joint symptoms or arthritis that was physically limiting and 16% (n = 21,976) reported having difficulty concentrating, remembering, or making decisions. Twelve percent (n = 16,537) of this sample reported having both physically limiting pain and difficulty concentrating and remembering. Chi-square analyses reveal a statistically significant association between pain and cognition in this sample [X2(1, N= 134,058) = 6925.5, p&lt;.01], with a small to medium effect size (phi=0.227). This study provides support that pain is associated with difficulty concentrating and remembering in adults. Pain is a common persistent symptom among older adults and its effect on cognitive functioning should be noted. Effective pain treatment strategies are warranted to help reduce the cognitive burden of chronic pain. In turn, in older adults who are experiencing concentration or memory problems, health care providers should assess the individual’s pain as a possible contributor. Additional studies assessing both pain and cognition are warranted, especially looking at the relationship of these conditions over time.
ChemInform Abstract: Substituted 1,10b‐Dihydro‐5H‐pyrazolo(1,5‐c)‐1,3‐benzoxazines.

Field: Chemistry (Physical Sciences)

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