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Determining rock crack stress thresholds using ultrasonic through-transmission measurements

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International Journal of Coal Science & Technology 2024年第2期11卷 67-80页

作者： Jiangwan He Mehdi Serati Martin Veidt arthur De Alwis School of Civil Engineering The University of QueenslandBrisbaneQLD 4072Australia School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering The University of QueenslandBrisbaneQLD 4072Australia

The crack initiation stress threshold is widely used in excavation industries as rock spalling strength when designing deep underground structures to avoid unwanted brittle *** various strain-based methods have been developed for the estimation of this critical design parameter,such methods are destructive and often requires subjective interpretations of the stress–strain curves,particularly in rocks with pre-existing microcracks or high *** study explore the applicability of non-destructive ultrasonic through-transmission methods for determining rock damage levels by assessing the changes in transmitted signal characteristics during *** change in velocity,amplitude,dominant frequency,and root-mean-square voltage are investigated with four different rock types including marble,sandstone,granite,and basalt under various stress *** suggest the rate of signal variations can be reliably used to estimate crack closure and crack initiation stress levels across the tested rocks before *** of the results between the conventional techniques and the new proposed methods based on ultrasonic monitoring are further discussed.

关键词： Ultrasonic Non-destructive testing Brittle rock Crack initiation Velocity Amplitude Frequency

Distribution of licensed acupuncturists and educational institutions in the United States at the start of 2023,during the late stage of the COVID-19 pandemic

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Journal of Integrative Medicine 2024年第4期22卷 379-384页

作者： arthur Yin Fan De-guang He Anu Sangraula Sarah Faggert Alemi Amy Matecki American Traditional Chinese Medicine Association ViennaVA 22182USA McLean Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine ViennaVA 22182USA New England School of Acupuncture Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health SciencesBostonMA 02115USA Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center Cancer Prevention and Control ProgramGeorgetown UniversityWashington DC 20057USA Eastern Roots Wellness PLCMcLeanVA 22101USA Sutter Health Alta Bates Summit Medical CenterOaklandCA 94609USA

This study was conducted to identify the number and density of active licensed acupuncturists(LAcs),as well as the number of accredited schools in acupuncture and Oriental medicine(AOM),as of January 1,2023,in the United States(U.S.).The number of active LAcs as of January 1,2023 was 34,524,potentially33,364 after removing license duplication in multiple states,among which the largest three states were California(with 7317 LAcs[21.19%of the total]),New York(5024[14.55%])and Florida(2644[7.66%]).The total number of LAcs decreased by 8.87%from 2018,and fell short of our projected number of LAcs in 2023 by 9037,or 20.75%.The overall LAc density in the *** as the number of LAcs per 100,000 populationDwas 10.36,less than in *** were 56 active,accredited AOM schools which offered a total of 147 programs(121 at the level necessary for licensing[entry-level],12 for an advanced practicing degree[advanced-level],and 14 for certifications).Broken down further,offerings included 50 master's degrees in acupuncture,40 master's degrees in Oriental medicine,31 entry-level doctorate degrees(10 in acupuncture and 21 in acupuncture plus Chinese herbal medicine),and 12advanced-level doctorate degrees in *** certification programs included one in East-Asian Medical Bodywork and 13 in *** these schools in 2023,institutions in the West and East Coast states comprised 67.86%(decreased from 77.42%in 2018)of the national ***,Florida and Illinois represented 39.29%.There were 48 jurisdictions with acupuncture practice laws in *** data suggests that the acupuncture profession in the *** been significantly impacted during the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic.

关键词： Acupuncturist Acupuncture educational institution Distribution Density Oriental medicine United States

Genome-Wide Discovery and Expression Profiling of the SWEET Sugar Transporter Gene Family in Woodland Strawberry (Fragaria vesca) under Developmental and Stress Conditions: Structural and Evolutionary Analysis

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Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany 2024年第7期93卷 1485-1502页

作者： Shoukai Lin Yifan Xiong Shichang Xu Manegdebwaoaga arthur Fabrice Kabore Fan Lin Fuxiang Qiu College of Environmental and Biological Engineering Putian UniversityPutian351100China College of Life Science Fujian Agriculture and Forestry UniversityFuzhou350002China Fujian Provincial Key Laboratory of Ecology-Toxicological Effects&Control for Emerging Contaminants Putian UniversityPutian351100China Key Laboratory of Ecological Environment and Information Atlas(Putian University) Fujian Provincial UniversityPutian351100China Affiliated Hospital of Putian University Putian351100China

The SWEET(sugar will eventually be exported transporter)family proteins are a recently identiﬁed class of sugar transporters that are essential for various physiological *** the functions of the SWEET proteins have been identiﬁed in a number of species,to date,there have been no reports of the functions of the SWEET genes in woodland strawberries(Fragaria vesca).In this study,we identiﬁed 15 genes that were highly homolo-gous to the *** AtSWEET genes and designated them as FvSWEET1–*** then conducted a structural and evolutionary analysis of these 15 FvSWEET *** phylogenetic analysis enabled us to categor-ize the predicted 15 SWEET proteins into four distinct *** observed slight variations in the exon‒intron structures of these genes,while the motifs and domain structures remained highly ***,the developmental and biological stress expression proﬁles of the 15 FvSWEET genes were extracted and ***,WGCNA coexpression network analysis was run to search for possible interacting genes of FvSWEET *** results showed that the FvSWEET10 genes interacted with 20 other genes,playing roles in response to bacterial and fungal *** outcomes of this study provide insights into the further study of FvSWEET genes and may also aid in the functional characterization of the FvSWEET genes in woodland strawberries.

关键词： Woodland strawberry SWEET gene sugar transporter genome-wide identiﬁcation characterization expression

Analysis of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and Its Impact on Maternal and Fetal Health: A Comprehensive Dataset Study Using Data Analytic Tool Power BI

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Journal of Data Analysis and Information Processing 2024年第2期12卷 232-247页

作者： Shahistha Jabeen Hashim arthur McAdams Department of Technology Management University of Bridgeport Bridgeport USA

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) is a significant health concern affecting pregnant women worldwide. It is characterized by elevated blood sugar levels during pregnancy and poses risks to both maternal and fetal health. Maternal complications of GDM include an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life, as well as hypertension and preeclampsia during pregnancy. Fetal complications may include macrosomia (large birth weight), birth injuries, and an increased risk of developing metabolic disorders later in life. Understanding the demographics, risk factors, and biomarkers associated with GDM is crucial for effective management and prevention strategies. This research aims to address these aspects comprehensively through the analysis of a dataset comprising 600 pregnant women. By exploring the demographics of the dataset and employing data modeling techniques, the study seeks to identify key risk factors associated with GDM. Moreover, by analyzing various biomarkers, the research aims to gain insights into the physiological mechanisms underlying GDM and its implications for maternal and fetal health. The significance of this research lies in its potential to inform clinical practice and public health policies related to GDM. By identifying demographic patterns and risk factors, healthcare providers can better tailor screening and intervention strategies for pregnant women at risk of GDM. Additionally, insights into biomarkers associated with GDM may contribute to the development of novel diagnostic tools and therapeutic approaches. Ultimately, by enhancing our understanding of GDM, this research aims to improve maternal and fetal outcomes and reduce the burden of this condition on healthcare systems and society. However, it’s important to acknowledge the limitations of the dataset used in this study. Further research utilizing larger and more diverse datasets, perhaps employing advanced data analysis techniques such as Power BI, is warranted to corro

关键词： Gestational Diabetes Visualization Data Analytics Data Modelling Pregnancy Power BI

Smart contract applications in the built environment: How prepared are Nigerian construction stakeholders?

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Frontiers of Engineering Management 2024年第1期11卷 50-61页

作者： Andrew EBEKOZIEN Clinton AIGBAVBOA Samuel Adeniyi ADEKUNLE Mohamad Shaharudin SAMSURIJAN John ALIU Bernard Martins arthur-AIDOO Godpower Chinyeru AMADI Department of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying University of JohannesburgJohannesburg 2006South Africa School of Social Sciences Universiti Sains MalaysiaGelugor11800 USM PenangMalaysia Department of Quantity Surveying Auchi PolytechnicAuchiNigeria Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems College of EngineeringUniversity of GeorgiaAthensGA 30602USA Department of Building Technology Faculty of Built EnvironmentAccra Technical UniversityAccraGhana Nigerian Institute of Management Port HarcourtNigeria

Studies have demonstrated that advanced technology,such as smart contract applications,can enhance both pre-and post-contract administration within the built environment *** contract technology,exemplifying blockchain technologies,has the potential to improve transparency,trust,and the security of data transactions within this ***,there is a dearth of academic literature concerning smart contract applications within the construction industries of developing countries,with a specific focus on ***,this study seeks to explore the relevance of smart contract technology and address the challenges impeding its adoption,offering strategies to mitigate the obstacles faced by smart contract *** investigate the stakeholders,this research conducted 14 virtual interview sessions to achieve data *** interviewees encompassed project management practitioners,senior management personnel from construction companies,experts in construction dispute resolution,professionals in construction software,and representatives from government construction *** data obtained from these interviews underwent thorough analysis employing a thematic *** study duly recognizes the significance of smart contract applications within the *** the 12 identified barriers,issues such as identity theft and data leakage,communication and synchronization challenges,high computational expenses,lack of driving impetus,excessive electricity consumption,intricate implementation processes,absence of a universally applicable legal framework,and the lack of a localized legal framework were recurrent impediments affecting the adoption of smart contract applications within the *** study also delves into comprehensive measures to mitigate these *** conclusion,this study critically evaluates the relevance of smart contract applications within the built environment,with a specific focus on promoting their *** may serve

关键词： built environment industry digitalization Nigeria smart contract technological revolution

Effects of the concentration and nature of total dissolved solids in drinking water on feed intake, nutrient digestion, energy balance,methane emission, ruminal fermentation, and blood constituents in different breeds of young goats and hair sheep

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Animal Nutrition 2024年第1期16卷 84-95页

作者： Amlan Kumar Patra Luana Paula dos Santos Ribeiro Hirut Yirga Adekayode O.Sonibare Ahmed R.Askar Ali H.Hussein Ryszard Puchala arthur Louis Goetsch American Institute for Goat Research Langston University Animal and Poultry Nutrition Department Desert Research Center Agriculture Food and Natural ResourcesEastern New Mexico University

Understanding how different livestock species and breeds respond to consumption of brackish water could improve usage of this ***,Angora,Boer,and Spanish goat doelings and Dorper,Katahdin,and *** ewe lambs (6 animals per animal type[AT];initial age=296±2.1 days)consuming water with varying concentrations of minerals of a natural brackish water source (BR) and sodium chloride (NaCl;SL) were used to determine effects on water and feed intake,nutrient digestion,heat energy,methane emission,ruminal fluid conditions,and blood constituent *** were 6 simultaneous 6 (water treatments[WT])×6 (AT) Latin squares with 3-wk *** WT were fresh (FR),BR alone (100-BR),a similar total dissolved solids (TDS) concentration as 100-BR via NaCl addition to FR (100-SL),BR with concentrations of all minerals increased by approximately 50%(150-BR),a similar TDS level as 150-BR by NaCl addition to FR (150-SL),and a similar 150 TDS level achieved by addition of a 1:1 mixture of BR minerals and NaCl to 100-BR (150-BR/SL).Concentrations (mg/kg) in BR were 4928 TDS,85.9 bicarbonate,224.9 calcium,1175 chloride,60.5 magnesium,4.59 potassium,1387sodium,1962 sulfate,and 8.3 boron,and TDS in other WT were 209,5684,7508,8309,and 7319 mg/kg for FR,100-SL,150-BR,150-SL,and 150-BR/SL,*** were very few significant effects of WT or AT×WT interactions,although AT had numerous *** intake was affected by AT (P=0.02)and WT (P=0.04),with greater water intake for 150-SL than for FR,100-BR,100-SL,and *** matter intake among AT was lowest (P<0.05) for *** of organic matter and neutral detergent fiber and heat energy differed among AT (P<0.05),but nitrogen digestion and ruminal methane emission were similar among *** aldosterone concentration was higher (P<0.05) for FR than for other *** conclusion,all AT seemed resilient to these WT regardless of mineral source and concentrations,with TDS less than 8300 mg/kg,which did

关键词： Goats Hair sheep Nutrient utilization Ruminal fermentation Salinity Water quality

Unveiling the secrets of diatom-mediated calcification: Implications for the biological pump

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Science China Earth Sciences 2024年第9期67卷 2895-2909页

作者： Yiwen PAN Yifan LI Chen-Tung arthur CHEN Zong-Pei JIANG Wei-Jun CAI Yunwen SHEN Zesheng DING Qixian CHEN Yanan DI Wei FAN Chenba ZHU Ying CHEN Ocean College Zhejiang University Hainan Institute of Zhejiang University Department of Oceanography Sun Yat-Sen University School of Marine Science and Policy University of Delaware Carbon Neutral Innovation Research Center Xiamen University

Siliceous diatoms are one of the most prominent actors in the oceans, and they account for approximately 40% of the primary production and particulate organic carbon export flux. It is believed that changes in carbon flux caused by variations in diatom distribution can lead to significant climate shifts. Although the fundamental pathways of diatom-driven carbon sequestration have long been established, there are no reports of CaCO3precipitation induced by marine diatom species. This manuscript introduces novel details regarding the enhancement of aragonite precipitation during photosynthesis in Skeletonema costatum in both artificial and natural seawater. Through direct measurements of cell surfaces via a pH microelectrode and zeta potential analyzer, it was determined that the diatom-mediated promotion of CaCO3precipitation is achieved through the creation of specific microenvironments with concentrated [CO32–] and [Ca2+] and/or the dehydrating effect of adsorbed Ca2+.Based on this mechanism, it is highly plausible that diatom-mediated calcification could occur in the oceans, an assertion that was supported by the significant deviation of total alkalinity（TA） from the conservative TA-salinity mixing line during a Skeletonema costatum bloom in the East China Sea and other similar occurrences. The newly discovered calcification pathway establishes a link between particulate inorganic and organic carbon flux and thus helps in the reassessment of marine carbon export fluxes and CO2sequestration efficiency. This discovery may have important ramifications for assessing marine carbon cycling and predicting the potential effects of future ocean acidification.

关键词： Diatom bloom Skeletonema costatum Calcification Biological carbon pump Counter carbonate pump

Tacrolimus-induced posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome following liver transplantation

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World Journal of Transplantation 2024年第2期14卷 1-7页

作者： arthur Dilibe Lakshmi Subramanian Tracy-Ann Poyser Osejie Oriaifo Ryan Brady Sashwath Srikanth Olanrewaju Adabale Olayiwola Akeem Bolaji Hassam Ali Department of Medicine ECU Health Medical CenterGreenvilleNC 27834United States Department of Medicine Unity Health-White County Medical CenterSearcyAR 72143United States Department of Physical Medicine and Rehab ECU Health Medical CenterGreenvilleNC 27834United States Department of Medicine University of Maryland Capital Region HealthLargoMD 20774United States Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology East Carolina University/Brody School of MedicineGreenvilleNC 27858United States

In this editorial,we talk about a compelling case focusing on posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome(PRES)as a complication in patients undergoing liver transplantation and treated with ***(FK 506),derived from Streptomyces tsukubaensis,is a potent immunosuppressive *** inhibits Tcell transcription by binding to FK-binding protein,and is able to amplify glucocorticoid and progesterone *** effectively prevents allograft rejection in transplant patients but has adverse effects such as Tacrolimus-related *** presents with various neurological symptoms alongside elevated blood pressure,and is primarily characterized by vasogenic edema on *** computed tomography detects initial lesions,magnetic resonance imaging,especially the Fluid-Attenuated Inversion Recovery sequence,is superior for diagnosing cortical and subcortical *** discussion centers on the incidence of PRES in solid organ transplant recipients,which ranges between 0.5 to 5+ACU-,with varying presentations,from seizures to visual *** case of a 66-year-old male status post liver transplantation highlights the diagnostic and management challenges associated with Tacrolimus-related *** evident in the parietal and occipital lobes,PRES underlines the need for heightened vigilance among healthcare *** editorial emphasizes the importance of early recognition,accurate diagnosis,and effective management of PRES to optimize outcomes in liver transplant *** case further explores the balance between the efficacy of immunosuppression with Tacrolimus and its potential neurological risks,underlining the necessity for careful monitoring and intervention strategies in this patient population.

关键词： Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome Liver transplantation Tacrolimus Immunocompromised patients Neurological complications Solid organ transplant

Axonal Conduction Velocity: A Computer Study

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Journal of Applied Mathematics and Physics 2024年第1期12卷 60-71页

作者： arthur D. Snider Aman Chawla Salvatore D. Morgera Department of Electrical Engineering University of South Florida Tampa USA Department of Computer Science and Engineering Indian Institute of Technology New Delhi India

This paper derives rigorous statements concerning the propagation velocity of action potentials in axons. The authors use the Green’s function approach to approximate the action potential and find a relation between ... 详细信息

关键词： Neuron Axon Action Potential Conduction Velocity Internode