jimnoneill/paper-to-field-training huggingface dataset:
Toxicology of white phosphorus (P4) to ducks and risk for their predators: Effects of particle size

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Life Sciences)

Abstract Particles of white phosphorus (P4) in pond sediments at Eagle River Flats, Alaska, USA, a military artillery range are acutely toxic to dabbling ducks and swans. We determined if toxicity of P4 to ducks varied by its form (i.e., dissolved or particulate) or particulate size. Residual P4 in the digestive tracts of ducks was measured to assess risks posed to predators and scavengers of ducks. Farm-reared mallards were treated with 12 mg P4/kg body weight, either dissolved in oil, or as numerous small, or one to two large particles. At the first major convulsion, ducks were euthanized and the quantity and location of P4 in the digestive tract were determined. These data were compared to data from dead ducks collected from the artillery range. Dissolved, small, or large particles of P4 produced similar acute toxicity. Residual P4 in digestive tracts was greatest in ducks treated with small particles and was as great as 3.5 mg P4. Similar quantities of residual P4 were found in dead ducks collected at Eagle River Flats. For dabbling ducks, P4 particle size is not as important as the dose ingested. For predators, the P4 contents of the entire digestive tract is important for assessment of the risk of poisoning.
Occurrence Download

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences (Life Sciences)

A dataset containing 154 species occurrences available in GBIF matching the query: { "and" : [ "Geometry POLYGON((-18.67676 21.70898,-18.85254 7.29492,-1.71387 -4.6582,8.12988 3.60352,14.10645 10.2832,13.66699 14.50195,15.4248 20.91797,12.43652 23.37891,3.91113 18.89648,-4.61426 24.96094,-11.82129 25.57617,-18.67676 21.70898))", "TaxonKey is Leptochloa caerulescens Steud." ] } The dataset includes 154 records from 16 constituent datasets; see https://api.gbif.org/v1/occurrence/download/0017397-190415153152247/datasets/export for details. Data from some individual datasets included in this download may be licensed under less restrictive terms.
Kindler Syndrome in Native Americans From Panama

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

To investigate the clinical, genetic, and laboratory features of 26 patients with Kindler syndrome.Case series of patients recruited when they were seen at outpatient consultations in the Department of Dermatology at the Changuinola Hospital in Bocas del Toro, Panama, between May 1986 and December 1990.Clinical history, physical examination, and laboratory studies were done at a community hospital in Panama. Twelve of the patients had further studies performed at a children's hospital in Costa Rica.A total of 26 patients were entered into the study. They were members of the Ngöbe-Buglé tribe and resided in isolated villages in rural Panama.The major findings were skin fragility with blistering (100%), poikiloderma (96%), photosensitivity (92%), severe cutaneous atrophy (89%), hyperkeratosis of the palms and soles (81%), congenital acral blisters (81%), severe periodontal disease (81%), and phimosis (80% of male subjects). In 1 large family with 10 patients, inheritance of Kindler syndrome followed that of an autosomal recessive disease. Karyotypes in 3 patients and 1 unaffected father were normal. Findings from ultrastructural studies showed replication of lamina densa in 10 patients.To our knowledge, this study represents the largest series to date of patients with Kindler syndrome. The clinical features confirm previously reported cases, and segregation analysis confirms its autosomal recessive inheritance. We also report severe phimosis as a complication, which has not been previously described in this syndrome.
Tutorial on nonlinear backstepping: Applications to ship control

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

The theoretical foundation of nonlinear backstepping designs is presented in a tutorial setting. This includes a brief review of integral backstepping, extensions to SISO and MIMO systems in strict feedback form and physical motivated case studies. Parallels and differences to feedback linearization where it is shown how so-called "good nonlincarities" can be exploited in the design are also made.
Confidentiality and serious harm in genetics - preserving the confidentiality of one patient and preventing harm to relatives.

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Genetics can pose special challenges to the principle of confidentiality within the health professional-patient relationship, since genetic information is by its nature both individual and familial. Most professional guidelines allow confidentiality to be broken in rare circumstances, where it will prevent a 'serious', 'imminent' and 'likely' harm. We argue that the types of harms that may result from genetic medicine are particularly diverse. Using clinical examples, we explore ethical issues that arise when balancing individual and family member interests. As genetic testing becomes more, widespread situations will arise where clinicians are faced with a choice between preserving the confidentiality of one patient and preventing harm to another. Professionals need to incorporate the notion of familial implications in their counseling of individuals. Since such dilemmas have been relatively rare in the pre-genetic age, we call for a wider debate on the balance between confidentiality and harm to others.
Cybercare NDMs: an improved strategy for biodefense using information technologies.

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

The National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) was created in the early 1980's, and it was designed to meet the threats of the time. Today the threats are much less discreet and predictable. They are distributed; they move and spread quickly; and they walk silently among us. Specifically, biological agents are an enemy unlike any we have had to deal with before. They offer unique challenges that fly in the face of current doctrine. We must redesign the NDMS in order to contain and eliminate this new threat. Tools exist today capable of effectively coordinating distributed resources--even through containment borders. We need to strengthen our public health system, create a net-centric disaster management system, and blur the boundaries between local and federal resources. Ultimately we must move from an incremental, echelon-based response to an immediate, continuous response. This can be accomplished by adding inexpensive, well-established information technologies to the existing response system.
Analysis of the detection rate and related factors of thyroid nodules in the healthy population

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Thyroid nodules (TNs) are predominantly benign, but some may progress to cancer. Various risk factors, including metabolic diseases, have been linked to TNs, though findings have been inconsistent. This study investigates TN detection and related factors in a healthy population, aiming to develop a predictive model for thyroid disease prevention and treatment. METHODS: The study included 14,973 participants, assessing TNs through ultrasonography and collecting demographic and biochemical data such as cholesterol, blood glucose, and uric acid. Logistic regression analyzed these factors' association with TN presence. RESULTS: TNs were found in 54.1% of participants, more frequently in females (58.97%) than males (49.93%), with prevalence increasing after age 40. Significant correlations included higher LDL cholesterol, fasting blood glucose, and BMI. A prediction model demonstrated good predictive capability, with an AUC of 0.84 in the training set and 0.78 in the validation set. CONCLUSION: The high TN prevalence, particularly among women and older adults, highlights the need for targeted screening programs. Associations with metabolic factors suggest the importance of regular thyroid ultrasonography for early detection and management.
OP10 Standardized Multilingual Reporting Of Health Technology Assessment And Stakeholder Involvement

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

Introduction There is currently no standardized way to share information about health technology assessment (HTA). Standardised Data on Initiatives (STARDIT) addresses current limitations and inconsistencies in sharing data about HTA processes by providing a way to report these data, including which stakeholders have been involved, their tasks, what methods and data sources were used, and any impacts or outcomes observed. Methods STARDIT development began in 2019 and was guided by participatory action research paradigms. A multidisciplinary international team of over 100 citizens, experts, and data users was involved in co-creating STARDIT. These co-creators include cancer patients, people affected by rare diseases, Indigenous peoples from multiple countries, representatives involved in HTA processes, health researchers, environmental researchers, economists, librarians, and academic publishers. Methods of involving people included public events, online discussions, and a public consultation process. STARDIT is free to use, and data can be submitted by anyone. Report authors can be verified to improve trust and transparency, and data can be checked for quality. Results STARDIT can help create high-quality standardized information about HTA processes that can be accessed and edited by anyone. STARDIT enables data reporting at all stages of the HTA process and works in multiple languages. This allows stakeholders involved in or affected by HTA processes (including patients, the public, Indigenous peoples, and people from industry) to appraise and edit information and to self-identify the labels and terminology used to describe them. Organizations such as the Cochrane Collaboration, Australian Genomics, and multiple universities have created STARDIT reports. A link to the working beta version can be found at scienceforall.world/STARDIT. Conclusions STARDIT offers those conducting HTA access to standardized information that enables well-founded comparisons of the effectiveness of different HTA methods, including the most effective methods of involving stakeholders. STARDIT allows anyone to access data about HTA processes, which can support participatory ways of working and help improve the equity and quality of HTA processes worldwide.
Optimising project outcomes in complex environments: empirical insights on agile practices and stakeholder dynamics

Field: Decision Sciences (Social Sciences)

Purpose This study delves into the dynamics between Agile Response to Change (AR), Adaptive Scoping (AS), Stakeholder Engagement (SE) and Project Performance (PP), with a special focus on the moderating influence of Project Complexity (PC). The research, grounded in a thorough literature review, identifies critical gaps in these areas and examines the extent to which PC moderates the effects of AR, AS and SE on PP, offering new perspectives for managing complex projects. Design/methodology/approach The research develops a conceptual model based on a critical analysis of existing literature. A comprehensive questionnaire was designed, incorporating 28 items to measure AR, AS, SE, PP and PC. Data was collected from 136 project managers across various industries, and the responses were analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM) to explore the complex interplay between these variables. Findings The analysis revealed that internal AR (ARint) significantly enhances both quantitative (PPqt) and qualitative aspects of PP (PPql). AS and SE were found to positively influence PPql, but their impact on PPqt was not significant. Interestingly, PC was observed to negatively moderate the relationship between ARint and PPql, while its moderating effect on the relationship between ARint and PPql was not significant. The study also notes that PC does not significantly alter the positive correlations between AS, SE and PPql. Originality/value This research contributes to the existing body of knowledge by elucidating the relationships between ARint, AS, SE and different dimensions of PP. It uniquely explores the role of PC as a moderating variable in these relationships, offering valuable insights for practitioners and researchers in the field of complex project management.
Effect of Qingpeng Past on Synovium Angiogenesis in Rats with Adjuvant Arthritis

Field: Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Life Sciences)

Objective:To study the effect of the Qingpeng paste on synovium angiogenesis and cartilage destruction in rats with adjuvant arthritis(AA).Method: The rat AA models were induced by injection of Freund's complete adjuvant.Then modeling rats were randomly divided in model group,the Qingpeng paste high-does group and the Qingpeng paste low-does group.The treatment groups were given Qingpeng paste 1.6,0.4 g·kg-1 on their right-hindlimb for 4 weeks.The expression of vascular endothelial growth factor(VEGF),hypoxia inducible factor-1α(HIF-1α),matrix metalloporoteinase-3(MMP-3),nitric-oxide synthase(iNOS) were observed.HE staining was used to examine the pathology of synovium on joint.Result: Qingpeng paste high-does and low-does significantly decreased the amount of angiogenesis in synovium compared with the left-hindlimb and the control group.Qingpeng paste high-does significantly decreased the expression of VEGF,HIF-1α,iNOS(P0.05);low-does significantly decreased the expression of VEGF and iNOS(P0.05),the expression of HIF-1α did not change significantly compare with the left-hindlimb and the control group,but the expression of HIF-1α was decreased.However,the expression of MMP-3 did not decrease significantly in the two groups.Conclusion: Qingpeng paste can alleviate the synovium angiogenesis and protect joint cartilage in AA rats.
From Machu Picchu to Masaya Volcano: An Interdisciplinary Approach to offering Study Abroad Courses on International Disasters and Crisis Communication

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

As the nature of managing hazards and disasters grows increasingly complex, educating the next generation of emergency management practitioners and scholars requires innovative strategies. This article describes the utilization of a collaborative teaching approach when offering a study abroad course examining hazards, emergency management, and crisis communication in Central and South America. Co-taught cross-disciplinary courses provide opportunities for students to gain exposure to the different perspectives inherent in the study and management of hazards and disasters. This, coupled with the study abroad experience, offers students a unique viewpoint on how hazards, risks, and communication are managed and perceived in other countries. This paper highlights the recent research about benefits of co-teaching and study abroad courses, provides a description of our study abroad programs, and offers tips and suggestions for developing similar courses at other higher education institutions.
Observations on the role of the Rh factor in human disease, with particular reference to mental deficiency

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

The study of the Rh Factor in all its ramifications is an \nextraordinarily fascinating one, and the discovery of its \npresence in human blood has lead to far -reaching consequences. \nMany workers on both sides of the Atlantic have done intensive \nresearch work on this subject since the discovery of the factor \nwas first published in 1940. The great majority of these \nworkers have been concerned essentially with its influence on physical disease, the mental aspects being either ignored \nentirely or only lightly touched upon.
A simple model established by blood markers predicting overall survival after radical resection of type II and III Adenocarcinomas of the Esophagogastric Junction

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Abstract Background. The prognostic prediction after radical resection of Adenocarcinomas of the esophagogastric junction (AEG) has not been well established. We aimed to establish a prognostic model for AEG(type II and III) based on routine markers. Methods. 355 patients who underwent curative AEG at the first affiliated Hospital of Anhui Medical University from January 2010 to January 2011 were included in this study. Univariate and multivariate analysis were used to screen for risk factors. The construction of the nomogram was based on Cox proportional hazard regression models. The new score models was analyzed by C index and Calibration curves. Results. Multivariate analysis showed that TNM stage, NLR and BMI were independent prognostic factors. The new score system had a higher C-index, and the Calibration curves of the nomogram were reliable. Conclusions. Based on the serum markers and other clinical indicators, we developed a precise model to predict the prognosis of patients with AEG(type II and III). This score system can provide effective help for surgeons and patients.
Thermal Stability as a Function of Chemical Structure.

Field: Chemistry (Physical Sciences)

ADVERTISEMENT RETURN TO ISSUEPREVArticleNEXTThermal Stability as a Function of Chemical Structure.E.S. Blake, W.C. Hammann, James W. Edwards, T.E. Reichard, and M. R. OrtCite this: J. Chem. Eng. Data 1961, 6, 1, 87–98Publication Date (Print):January 1, 1961Publication History Published online1 May 2002Published inissue 1 January 1961https://doi.org/10.1021/je60009a020RIGHTS & PERMISSIONSArticle Views958Altmetric-Citations85LEARN ABOUT THESE METRICSArticle Views are the COUNTER-compliant sum of full text article downloads since November 2008 (both PDF and HTML) across all institutions and individuals. These metrics are regularly updated to reflect usage leading up to the last few days.Citations are the number of other articles citing this article, calculated by Crossref and updated daily. Find more information about Crossref citation counts.The Altmetric Attention Score is a quantitative measure of the attention that a research article has received online. Clicking on the donut icon will load a page at altmetric.com with additional details about the score and the social media presence for the given article. Find more information on the Altmetric Attention Score and how the score is calculated. Share Add toView InAdd Full Text with ReferenceAdd Description ExportRISCitationCitation and abstractCitation and referencesMore Options Share onFacebookTwitterWechatLinked InReddit PDF (1 MB) Get e-Alerts Get e-Alerts
Procedure for Evaluating the Effects of 2,450- Megahertz Microwaves upon Streptococcus faecalis and Saccharomyces cerevisiae1

Field: Immunology and Microbiology (Life Sciences)

Modifications of a commercial 2,450-megahertz microwave oven were made so that 6 ml of microbial suspension could be exposed to the microwave field for various periods of time. The microorganisms were contained in the central tube of a modified Liebig condenser positioned in the approximate geometric center of the oven cavity. Kerosene at -25 C was circulated through the jacket of the condenser during microwave exposure permitting microwaves to reach the microbial suspension. Flow rates of the kerosene were varied to permit the temperature of the suspension to range from 25 to 55 C during microwave exposure. Conductive heating experiments using similar temperatures were also conducted. A thermocouple-relay system was employed to measure the suspension temperature immediately after the magnetron shutoff. Continuous application of microwaves to suspensions of 108 to 109Streptococcus faecalis or Saccharomyces cerevisiae per ml appeared to produce no lethal effects other than those produced by heat. Respiration rates of microwave-exposed Scerevisiae were directly related to decreases in viable count produced by increased microwave exposure times.
Application of Stencil Mask Ion Implantation Technology to Power Semiconductors

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

Views Icon Views Article contents Figures & tables Video Audio Supplementary Data Peer Review Share Icon Share Twitter Facebook Reddit LinkedIn Tools Icon Tools Reprints and Permissions Cite Icon Cite Search Site Citation T. Nishiwaki, H. Saito, K. Hamada, K. Tonari, T. Nishihashi; Application of Stencil Mask Ion Implantation Technology to Power Semiconductors. AIP Conf. Proc. 13 November 2006; 866 (1): 357–360. https://doi.org/10.1063/1.2401530 Download citation file: Ris (Zotero) Reference Manager EasyBib Bookends Mendeley Papers EndNote RefWorks BibTex toolbar search Search Dropdown Menu toolbar search search input Search input auto suggest filter your search All ContentAIP Publishing PortfolioAIP Conference Proceedings Search Advanced Search |Citation Search
Graves’ Disease Following Subacute Thyroiditis

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Subacute thyroiditis is an inflammatory thyroid disease caused by viral infection. Graves’ disease is an autoimmune thyroid disease caused by thyrotropin (TSH) receptor antibody (TRAb). Graves’ disease following subacute thyroiditis is rare, and only a few cases have been reported. A 58-year-old woman presented with anterior neck pain and swallowing difficulty. Laboratory tests showed elevated FT4, low TSH, normal TRAb, and elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate. Thyroid ultrasonography (US) revealed focal, ill-defined hypoechoic areas in both thyroid lobes. The patient was treated with corticosteroid, and symptoms subsided after 1 month. Three months later, she complained of tremor and palpitation. Thyroid function testing showed hyperthyroidism with the positive conversion of TRAb, indicating Graves’ disease. Doppler US showed increased vascular flow in both thyroid lobes. She started treatment for hyperthyroidism with methimazole.
«European Home» Concept seen in French Art and Culture (on the Example of M. Houellebecq’s Work)

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

The literature of modern France vividly expresses the cultural element of the form of «métissage» the essential features of which are today conceptualized by the concept of «European home». Undoubtedly, its examination through the lens of cultural studies allows the tracing of not only the logicalconceptual but also the empirical content of the concept is of particular interest. In addition, our huge interest lies within the identification and the description of the contradictions between «general» and «special» in the private lives of individuals as well as in that of entire nations in the context of globalization, European integration, and technological revolution. The work of the famous French writer Michel Houellebecq provides rich material for the study of the above topic. In his books, M. Houellebecq identified several problems that, according to him, contribute to the accelerating decomposition of unique European cultures. Among them, one can distinguish the dominance of the European and national bureaucracies, the destruction of the historically established cultural and casual lifestyle, and their standardization. The writer also raises a more general issue about the causes of the modern man’s distorted identity. In his opinion, these problems basically originate from the loss of religious and moral values, leading to confusion and weakness of will, turning the daily existence of a demoralized individual to a routine of simulated consumption. Inevitably, such simulation destroys emotionality, depriving a person of proper human feelings, and prevents them from creating stable relationships with other people. Houellebecq describes the tectonic shifts in the cultural life of France along with the perception of a tragic change in the identity of the European people, whose home is «everywhere» and «nowhere».