jimnoneill/paper-to-field-training huggingface dataset:
Electron density measurement in atmospheric pressure plasma jets: Stark broadening of hydrogenated and non-hydrogenated lines

Field: Physics and Astronomy (Physical Sciences)

Electron density is one of the key parameters in the physics of a gas discharge. In this contribution the application of the Stark broadening method to determine the electron density in low temperature atmospheric pressure plasma jets is discussed. An overview of the available theoretical Stark broadening calculations of hydrogenated and non-hydrogenated atomic lines is presented. The difficulty in the evaluation of the fine structure splitting of lines, which is important at low electron density, is analysed and recommendations on the applicability of the method for low ionization degree plasmas are given. Different emission line broadening mechanisms under atmospheric pressure conditions are discussed and an experimental line profile fitting procedure for the determination of the Stark broadening contribution is suggested. Available experimental data is carefully analysed for the Stark broadening of lines in plasma jets excited over a wide range of frequencies from dc to MW and pulsed mode. Finally, recommendations are given concerning the application of the Stark broadening technique for the estimation of the electron density under typical conditions of plasma jets.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE JUDICIAL DEFINITION OF MATERIALITY

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

Determining what should be considered a material item has been a problem for both the accounting profession and the courts. By reviewing the court cases involving the issue of materiality, the authors have determined where differences in the materiality standard as applied by the courts exist. The judicial definition of materiality has developed over time, and current trends with important variations are observed. Based upon the authors' analysis, the following judicial definition of materiality, with its possible variations, is suggested: Would the reasonable (or speculative) investor (or layman) consider important (or be influenced by) this information in determining his course of action?
[Cerebral hemodynamics of post-ischemic delayed hypoperfusion (PDH) and the effects of nicardipine on the PDH].

Field: Neuroscience (Life Sciences)

Post-ischemic delayed cerebral hypoperfusion (PDH) is considered to be one of the most critical factors limiting brain recovery after cerebral ischemia. This experiment was designed to determine the characteristics of PDH and the effects of nicardipine on the PDH. Twenty-four dogs underwent complete cerebral ischemia for 15 min using aortic clamping method with aorto-atrial bypass formation, and cerebral cortical blood flow (c-CBF), brain stem blood flow (s-CBF), intracranial pressure (ICP), and perfusion pressure (PP) were measured for 48h. Eight dogs (1 microgram group) received nicardipine 1 microgram.kg-1.min-1 for 4 h following 10 micrograms bolus iv injection 5 min after declamping of aorta. Another 8 dogs (2 micrograms group) received 10 micrograms + 2 micrograms.kg-1.min-1 nicardipine in the same manner as in group 1. The remaining 8 served as controls. In the control group c-CBF and s-CBF decreased to 60% and 55% of pre-ischemic values, respectively 1 hour after declamping of aorta, and returned to pre-ischemic values 10 and 6 h later, respectively, in spite of no significant changes in PP's. 1 microgram group and 2 micrograms group maintained pre-ischemic CBF value throughout the experimental period, and the values were significantly higher than in control group between 1st and 5th h post-ischemia. There were no significant differences in ICP's among the 3 groups throughout the experiment. In conclusion, PDH appears to be a phenomenon always accompanying transient complete cerebral ischemia, and it is assumed to be caused by constriction of cerebral vessels. Nicardipine improved PDH, indicating that the underlying mechanism of PDH must be related to a disorder in Ca2+ metabolism of cerebral vessels after ischemia.
Sociotechnical Theory: Managing Boundaries to Enhance Student Learning

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

This article examines some of the implications of sociotechnical theory for instructors and administrators in higher education. Concepts that have been used in the past primarily to describe and explain behavior in business, hospitals, and similar organizations, are applied to educational settings and problems. Among the concepts developed and applied in this analysis are those of boundary maintenance and control, defense against anxiety, the effects of uncertainty on instructional design, and "quality of life" issues in the classroom. The function of instructors is described as defining boundaries and regulating transactions across them. The major responsibility of students is posited to be learning, a responsibility which they must accept if the system is to accomplish its primary task.
Teaching art where art should not exist: Women’s empowerment in Saudi Arabia

Field: Arts and Humanities (Social Sciences)

Abstract Saudi Arabia is perhaps the most conservative country in the Middle East. The display of art is not allowed, or extremely limited, under Sharia law. This article explores a three-week adult art education class taught to women at the Al Baylasan Art Center in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. With the goal of empowering women, it challenged two American art educators to develop and present a curriculum that was respectful of the culture but allowed the students to push the limits of their thinking about what might be possible in their changing cultural context.
AMPA receptors are present on mouse lymphocytes and AMPA receptor antagonist, GYKI-52466, inhibits lymphocyte proliferation. (50.31)

Field: Immunology and Microbiology (Life Sciences)

Abstract AMPA receptors are glutamate-gated ion channels canonically found on mammalian neurons for excitatory neurotransmission. AMPA receptors are composed of a tetrameric combination of subunits, GluR1-4, in the form of a homo or hetero dimers. The presence of a post-transcriptionally edited GluR2 subunit confers Ca++ impermeability to the ion channel. Because treatment of mice with viral encephalitis with AMPA receptor antagonists inhibits inflammation and protects from fatal paralysis, we studied the presence and function of AMPA receptors on lymphocytes. Using RT-PCR and restriction digest assays of mRNAs obtained from mouse spleen cells, we showed the presence of unedited mRNA for Ca++-permeable GluR2 and for variants with alternative splicing patterns. Using an in vitro CFSE proliferation assay with plate bound anti-CD3/CD28 we showed that the noncompetitive AMPA receptor antagonist, GYKI-52466, suppresses T-cell receptor CD3+ lymphocyte proliferation in a dose dependent manner, with the greatest effect on CD4+ T-cells. Decreased proliferation correlated with decreased production of IL-2. Lymphocytes treated with GYKI-52466 did not show an increase in cell death compared to controls. These studies show that AMPA receptors are present on lymphocytes and participate in the proliferative response to signaling through the T-cell receptor.
Cryptographic Primitives with Quasigroup Transformations

Field: Computer Science (Physical Sciences)

The intention of this research is to justify deployment of quasigroups in cryptography, \nespecially with new quasigroup based cryptographic hash function NaSHA as a runner in \nthe First round of the ongoing NIST SHA-3 competition. We present new method for fast \ngeneration of huge quasigroup operations, based on the so-called extended Feistel networks and \nmodification of the Sade’s diagonal method. We give new design of quasigroup based family \nof cryptographic hash functions - NaSHA, which deploy the new method and with a novel \napproach - different quasigroups for every application of component quasigroup transformations \nin every iteration of the compression function and, much more, the used quasigroups are \nfunctions of the processed message block.
A Skin Test for Autonomic Neuropathy

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Intradermal injection of 0.5 microgram histamine produced equal skin reactions in normal individuals (n = 15) and in diabetic patients with (n = 10) or without (n = 9) evidence of autonomic neuropathy as well as in patients after lumbar sympathectomy (n = 5). Addition of noradrenaline (0.1 microgram) resulted in a significantly smaller skin reaction (mean +/- SEM) in normal (101.9 +/- 10.1 vs. 136.3 +/- 6.5 mm2, p less than 0.005) and in diabetic patients without autonomic neuropathy (101.8 +/- 8.4 vs. 123.9 +/- 8.7 mm2, P less than 0.05), but remained unchanged in diabetic patients with autonomic neuropathy (131.0 +/- 9.0 vs, 130.7 +/- 8.2 mm2, n.s.) and after lumbar sympathectomy (135.2 +/- 17.5 vs 130.2 +/- 19.6 mm2, n.s.) when compared with the reaction to histamine alone. Addition of terbutaline produced similar results as observed with noradrenaline. These findings suggest a defect at the adrenoceptor level in diabetic patients with autonomic neuropathy and in patients with lumbar sympathectomy. Thus, the combined intradermal injection of histamine and the adrenoceptor agonists noradrenaline or terbutaline represents a simple and useful test for identifying patients with impaired adrenergic function.
Water-Energy-Food Nexus in Large Asian River Basins

Field: Environmental Science (Physical Sciences)

The connections between water, food and energy are currently being discussed more than ever before, thanks to the recently emerged concept of the waterâenergyâfood security nexus. Various organizations and authors have defined and addressed the concept from their own view points: nexus is, indeed in the air.This Special Issue looks at the waterâenergyâfood security nexus in the context of large Asian river basins, with a focus on transboundary rivers shared by several countries. The articles included in the Special Issue analyse what benefits the nexus approach could bring to these kinds of, often quite demanding, settings. And where are the potential pitfalls that call for further development.The thematic areas covered in the Special Issue thus include water resources management; energy planning and policies with an emphasis on hydropower; and food production systems, including fisheries, irrigation and cropland management. Due to its focus on transboundary contexts, the articles also look at the geopolitical, international cooperation and security aspects related to the nexus.The articles of the Special Issue include case studies from relevant transboundary river basins, with a focus on the Mekong River Basin in Southeast Asia as well as the river basins in Central Asia. Articles also include a comparative analysis in several large Asian river basins as well as more theoretical discussions of the waterâenergyâfood security nexus and its linkages to other framings and approaches, such as IWRM and sustainable development.
The Impact of Training Optimism on College Students' Mental Health

Field: Psychology (Social Sciences)

AbstractObjective:The primary objective of this study was to determine whether optimism training could significantly alleviate symptoms of depression among university students. While the benefits of optimism have been extensively researched, there is a notable gap in the literature regarding the direct impact of optimism training on the mental health of college students. This study aims to address this gap by exploring optimism training as a novel intervention method to improve mental health within an academic setting.Methods:A quasi-experimental design was employed, featuring pre-test and post-test measurements. The study involved an experimental group that received optimism training and a control group that did not. The Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) was utilized as the primary tool for assessing symptoms of depression. Statistical analyses, including repeated measures ANOVA, were conducted to compare mean differences between the experimental and control groups across different study phases.Results:The results demonstrated that optimism training significantly reduced depression symptoms in the experimental group. The mean depression score in the experimental group decreased from 17.19 in the pre-test to 13.57 in the post-test, whereas no significant change was observed in the control group.Conclusion:The findings underscore the effectiveness of optimism training as a low-cost and accessible intervention to enhance mental health among university students. This approach suggests potential integration into university counseling services to support students' mental health.
Electrocochleography and Cochlear Implantation: A Systematic Review

Field: Medicine (Health Sciences)

Objective: Given the heterogeneity of papers about electrocochleography (ECochG) and cochlear implantation (CI) and the absence of a systematic review in the current literature, the aim of this work was to analyze the uses of ECochG in the different stages of CI. Data Sources: A search of PubMed from inception to December 8, 2019, with cross-references, was executed. Keywords were: “Cochlear Implant” OR “Cochlear Implantation” AND “Electrocochleography” OR “ECochG.” The main eligibility criteria were English-language articles, investigating the use of ECochG in the different phases of CI. Study Selection: Literature reviews, editorials, case reports, conference papers were excluded, as were papers in which ECochG was just sporadically executed. Data Extraction: The quality of the included studies was assessed using “The Strengthening the Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology” (STROBE) Statement. Data Synthesis: A total of 95 articles were identified and 60 papers were included. The included articles covered a timeframe from 2003 to 2019. Of the 60 papers, 46 were human studies, 12 animal studies, and two involved more data sets. Eleven related to the diagnostic phase, 43 described intraoperative monitoring, and 10 were regarding follow-up testing. Hearing preservation was the most discussed topic with 25 included articles. Conclusions and Relevance: ECochG measurements appeared to be useful in many aspects of CI, such as hearing preservation. Our review is the first that shows the evolution of the technique and how much has been achieved from the earliest experiments to the most recent signal process refinements and device implementation in CI.
Cleaning of Abnormal Wind Speed Power Data Based on Quartile RANSAC Regression

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

The combined complexity of wind turbine systems and harsh operating conditions pose significant challenges to the accuracy of operational data in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Improving the precision of data cleaning for high proportions of stacked abnormalities remains an urgent problem. This paper deeply analyzes the distribution characteristics of abnormal data and proposes a novel method for abnormal data cleaning based on a classification processing framework. Firstly, the first type of abnormal data is cleaned based on operational criteria; secondly, the quartile method is used to eliminate sparse abnormal data to obtain a clearer boundary line; on this basis, the Random Sample Consensus (RANSAC) algorithm is employed to eliminate stacked abnormal data; finally, the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm in cleaning abnormal data with a high proportion of stacked abnormalities is verified through case studies, and evaluation indicators are introduced through comparative experiments to quantitatively assess the cleaning effect. The research results indicate that the algorithm excels in cleaning effectiveness, efficiency, accuracy, and rationality of data deletion. The cleaning accuracy improvement is particularly significant when dealing with a high proportion of stacked anomaly data, thereby bringing significant value to wind power applications such as wind power prediction, condition assessment, and fault detection.
Novel NiMgOH-rGO-Based Nanostructured Hybrids for Electrochemical Energy Storage Supercapacitor Applications: Effect of Reducing Agents

Field: Materials Science (Physical Sciences)

This paper describes the synthesis and characterization of NiMgOH-rGO nanocomposites made using a chemical co-precipitation technique with various reducing agents (e.g., NaOH and NH4OH) and reduced graphene oxide at 0.5, 1, and 1.5 percent by weight. UV-visible spectroscopy, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, a particle size analyzer, and cyclic voltammetry were used to characterize the composite materials. The formation of the NiMgOH-rGO nanocomposite with crystallite sizes in the range of 10–40 nm was inferred by X-ray diffraction patterns of materials, which suggested interlayers of Ni(OH)2 and Mg(OH)2. The interactions between the molecules were detected using Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, while optical properties were studied using UV-visible spectroscopy. A uniform average particle size distribution in the range of 1–100 nm was confirmed by the particle size analyzer. Using cyclic voltammetry and galvanostatic charge/discharge measurements in a 6 M KOH solution, the electrochemical execution of NiMgOH-rGO nanocomposites was investigated. At a 1 A/g current density, the NiMgOH-rGO nanocomposites prepared with NH4OH as a reducing agent had a higher specific capacitance of 1977 F/g. The electrochemical studies confirmed that combining rGO with NiMgOH increased conductivity.
Grant, Prof. Sir Kerr, (1878–13 Oct. 1967), President, South Australian School of Mines and Industries, 1942–59; Professor of Physics, Adelaide University, 1911–48, Professor Emeritus, since 1948

Field: Physics and Astronomy (Physical Sciences)

"Grant, Prof. Sir Kerr, (1878–13 Oct. 1967), President, South Australian School of Mines and Industries, 1942–59; Professor of Physics, Adelaide University, 1911–48, Professor Emeritus, since 1948" published on by Oxford University Press.
Unsteady viscous flow with non linear free surface around oscillating SWATH ship sections

Field: Engineering (Physical Sciences)

Ship motion problem is approached exploiting the assumption of linearity and subdividing forces acting on the hull in different components; in this paper the focus is on the radiation problem. A fully viscous solver, based on the numerical solution of the Navier-Stokes equation through the finite volume technique, is used to calculate radiation forces on hull surface, with non linear free surface evaluated through the volume of fluid method. Radiation forces are the most influenced by viscous effects, especially for particular hull geometries as SWATH ships. OpenFOAM libraries are used to solve the unsteady flow around one circular and two SWATH two dimensional sections forced to heave in calm water. The comparison with experiments evidence a very good agreement of the forces measured over a wide frequency range including irregular frequencies.
Designing accountability measures for health professionals: results from a community-based micro-credential: case study on Indigenous cultural safety

Field: Health Professions (Health Sciences)

Abstract Background: There is a widespread commitment to implementing anti-Indigenous racism with health organizations in Canada by introducing cultural safety staff training. In partnership with a public health unit in Ontario, Canada, we developed an evaluation tool to assess the performance of staff who completed an online Indigenous cultural safety education course. Aims: To develop an accountability checklist that could be used for annual employee performance reviews to assess the use and level of knowledge received in professional cultural safety training. Intervention: We co-created a professional development accountability checklist. Five areas of interest were identified: terminology, knowledge, awareness, skills, and behaviours. The checklist comprises of 37 indicators linked to our community collaborators’ intended goals as defined in our partnership agreement. Outcomes: The Indigenous Cultural Safety Evaluation Checklist (ICSEC) was shared with public health managers to use during regularly scheduled staff performance evaluations. The public health managers provided feedback on the design, checklist items, and useability of the ICSEC. The pilot of the checklist is in the preliminary stage and data is unavailable about effectiveness. Implications: Accountability tools are important to sustain the long-term effects of cultural safety education and prioritize the wellbeing of Indigenous communities. Our experience can provide guidance to health professionals in creating and measuring the efficacy of Indigenous cultural safety education to foster an anti-racist work culture as well as improved health outcomes among Indigenous communities.
Comments on the paper “Structure, electric and dielectric properties of PbFe1/3Ti1/3W1/3O3 single perovskite compound” by P.G.R. Achary, R.N.P. Choudhary, S.K. Parida, published in Processing and Application of Ceramics 14 (2020) 146-153

Field: Materials Science (Physical Sciences)

My comments concern the errors in the crystallographic part and possible misconduct of the authors of the commented paper regarding their usage of the same SEM image in different subsequent works. Moreover, the true chemical composition of the studied sample is questionable since the authors claim different systems for the same SEM micrograph in five different papers mentioned here.
Exploring Greek-Cypriot media representations of national identities in ethnically divided Cyprus: the case of the 2002/2004 Annan Plan negotiations

Field: Social Sciences (Social Sciences)

This paper explores Greek-Cypriot media representations of national identities during negotiations on a United Nation Plan (the Annan Plan), aiming to reunite ethnically divided Cyprus under a bi-zonal, bi-communal federation. The study analyzed thematically 57 editorials and lead commentaries published in all the daily Greek-Cypriot Press from the presentation of the Annan Plan in November 2002 to April 2004, at which point two simultaneous referenda were held. The study’s findings are consistent with ideas that national identifications are not static and provides an in-depth exploration of exclusive forms of Cypriot identities vis-à-vis more inclusive forms and vis-à-vis hellenocentric identifications.
The Relation of Certain Blood Constituents to a Deficient Diet

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (Life Sciences)

Research Article| January 01 1923 The Relation of Certain Blood Constituents to a Deficient Diet T. J. Thompson; T. J. Thompson 1The Biochemical Division of the Department of Chemistry, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska Search for other works by this author on: This Site PubMed Google Scholar Ida L. Carr Ida L. Carr 1The Biochemical Division of the Department of Chemistry, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska Search for other works by this author on: This Site PubMed Google Scholar Biochem J (1923) 17 (3): 373–375. https://doi.org/10.1042/bj0170373 Views Icon Views Article contents Figures & tables Video Audio Supplementary Data Peer Review Share Icon Share Facebook Twitter LinkedIn MailTo Cite Icon Cite Get Permissions Citation T. J. Thompson, Ida L. Carr; The Relation of Certain Blood Constituents to a Deficient Diet. Biochem J 1 January 1923; 17 (3): 373–375. doi: https://doi.org/10.1042/bj0170373 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 ContentAll JournalsBiochemical Journal Search Advanced Search This content is only available as a PDF. © 1923 CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS1923 Article PDF first page preview Close Modal You do not currently have access to this content.