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Interfacial Phenomena In Molten Salt Systems And Wetting Transitions In Microcavities, Aaron Essilfie

Theses and Dissertations

Interfacial phenomena are the processes that occur at the interface between two phases of matter: solid-liquid, solid-gas, liquid-liquid, and liquid-gas. Wetting, spreading, adsorption, and capillarity are some features of interfacial phenomena. This research explores two areas of interfacial phenomena: the interfacial tension between a liquid and gas, and wetting transitions in microcavities. Surface tension has been a widely studied topic in surface chemistry. Many techniques have been employed to study the surface tension of liquids in various studies and research areas, but the interfacial tension between a liquid and gas has not been extensively researched. For this reason, part of …

Come And Take It: Prosecutorial Discretion Impositions On Black Communities Regarding Unlawful Carrying Of A Weapon Charges, Karagan Carson

The Scholar: St. Mary's Law Review on Race and Social Justice

No abstract provided.

The Effect Of Fruits And Vegetables Changes On The Temperature Characteristic During Microwave Heating, Zhang Ledao, Yu Qihui, Ding Xiaohang

Food and Machinery

［［Objective ］］ This study aimed to solve coking scorch caused by excessive local temperature often occurs when microwave heating of fruit and vegetable materials.[Methods ] A coupling model of electromagnetic -heat conduction with dielectric properties varying with temperature was established,and the correctness of the model was verified by experiments.[Results ] When the shape is cube,materials with larger dielectric properties are more likely to form a high temperature accumulation zone far from the center,and when the shape is sphere,materials with larger dielectric properties are more likely to form a high temperature accumulation zone in the center.If the size is the same,the …

Quantitative Analysis Of Melamine In Terahertz Spectra Based On Convolutional Neural Network, Liu Yangshuo, Yan Fang, Li Wenwen, Guo Yiheng

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ Combining convolutional neural networks and terahertz time -domain spectroscopy for quantitative analysis of the illegal additive melamine in milk powder.［Methods］ The terahertz absorption spectra of melamine,milk powder both individually and in mixtures were measured using a transmission -type terahertz time -domain spectroscopy system.Various methods such as Savitzky -Golay (S-G) smoothing,Gaussian smoothing,moving average,and R -Loess smoothing were employed to correct the original spectral data.A partial least squares (PLS) regression model was established,and the optimal terahertz spectroscopic correction preprocessing method was determined by comparing model evaluation criteria.The PLS model corrected with S -G smoothing was chosen for the quantitative analysis of …

Nondestructive Detection Of Chilled Mutton Ph Value Using Hyperspectral Imaging Technique, Li Mengyuan, Zhang Wenguang, Jiang Xinhua, Xu Ziyang, Shi Caixia

Food and Machinery

［Objective］ To detect the pH value of chilled mutton quickly and non -destructively.［Methods］ Visible/near -infrared hyperspectral (400~1 000 nm) imaging technology was used to collect scattering images on the surface of chilled mutton,and the reflectance spectral curve of the region of interest of the sample was extracted to obtain the original spectral data.Four single methods of savitzky -golay (SG),multiplicative scatter correction (MSC ),standard normal variant transformation (SNV ) and first -order derivative (FD) and three combination methods of MSC -SG,SNV -SG and FD -SG were used to preprocess the original spectral data.Linear regression model:partial least squares regression (PLSR ) and …

In-Situ Real-Time Monitoring Of Flavonoids Extraction From Propolis Extracts Based On Near Infrared Spectroscopy, Wang Wuli, Ma Haile, Li Han, Zhang Yong, Xia Hong

Food and Machinery

［Objective ］ For the residue of propolis after supercritical CO2 extraction,the content of flavonoids in the secondary extraction process was detected in real time.［Methods ］ Near-infrared spectroscopy was used to establish a quantitative analysis model by collecting the spectral information and the corresponding chemical values of flavonoids during the extraction process,which was used to detect the changesof flavonoids content in real time and to determine the end point of extraction.［Results ］ The Rc (corrected correlation coefficient ) and RMSEC (corrected root mean square error ) of the model constructed by the PLS (partial least squares ) algorithm after normalization preprocessing …

Impact Of Concurrent Parathyroid Adenoma On The Recurrence Of Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma: A Retrospective Study, Derya Çayir, Alev Çinar, Mehmet Bozkurt, Bahadir Külah

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The impact of concurrent parathyroid adenoma in differentiated thyroid carcinoma remains unclear. This study was performed to compare the recurrence rates of patients operated on for differentiated thyroid carcinoma with concomitant parathyroid adenoma and those operated on for thyroid carcinoma without detected parathyroid adenoma.Materials and methods: This retrospective study examined 340 patients who underwent total thyroidectomy for thyroid carcinoma at our institution. We compared the patients with concurrent parathyroid adenoma to those without, assessing clinical, laboratory, surgical, and histopathological findings and thyroid carcinoma recurrence over a 6-year postoperative period.Results: Among all patients, 53/340 (16%) were identified with parathyroid adenoma, …

New Index For Distinguishing Between Critical Illness Myopathy And Neuromyopathy: Cmap Amplitude/Duration Index, Handan Uzunçakmak Uyanik, Fatma Gökçem Yildiz, Çağri Mesut Temuçi̇n

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/Aim: Critical illness-associated weakness (CIAW) is a common neuromuscular syndrome that may manifest as critical illness myopathy (CIM), critical illness polyneuropathy (CIP), or an overlap syndrome known as critical illness polyneuromyopathy (CIPM). Distinguishing between these subtypes can be challenging due to technical issues, patient-related factors such as insufficient cooperation with needle electromyography (EMG) and edema, and the need for sophisticated, time-consuming electrophysiological methods and invasive procedures such as biopsy. This study aims to contribute to the electrophysiological distinction between CIM and CIPM. Materials and methods: A new index was calculated based on distal compound muscle action potential (CMAP) amplitude and …

Does Femoral Tunnel Location Have An Effect On Functional And Clinical Results In Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction?, İbrahi̇m Kaya, Murat Çi̇çekli̇dağ, Resul Bi̇rcan, Mustafa Odluyurt, Abdurrahman Vural, İnci̇ Hazal Ayas, Muhammet Baybars Ataoğlu, Ulunay Kanatli

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aimMultiple reconstruction techniques have been described to mimic the normal anatomy and physiology of medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFL). The success of the MPFL depends on various factors such as graft selection, the location of the patellar tunnel and femoral tunnel (FT), and graft fixation methods. The aim of this study is to analyze the relationship of femoral tunnel location with functional and clinical outcomes after MPFL reconstruction.Materials and methodsIn this study, the mid-term clinical results of patients who underwent MPFL reconstruction for patellofemoral instability in a single institution between 2013 and 2019 were evaluated retrospectively. If the FT was …

The Abdominal Compliance Index And Postoperative Pain After Laparoscopic Gynecologic Surgery: A Preliminary Observational Cohort Study, Ebru Akgün Şarer, Mustafa Tahtaci, Umut Cahi̇t Ersoy, Mehtap Honca

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aimLaparoscopic surgery in gynecology has advantages of reduced scarring, less postoperative pain, faster recovery and lower risk of complications. Despite these adavantages, shoulder pain still remains a major concern affecting upto 90% of patients undergoing gynecologic laparoscopic surgery. The use of Abdominal compliance index (ACI) may offer the benefits of gaining work space for safer surgery and may prevent the drawbacks of applying higher insuflation pressures.We investigated the relation of shoulder pain and abdominal pain and analgesic use with the recently advised ACI which is a surrogate index of abdominal expansion in patients undergoing gynecologic laparoscopic surgery.Materials and methodsThirty one …

Research On Legal Supervision Paths Of Digitally Enabled Food Safety, Lin Keliang, Liang Yecheng, Su Shibin

Food and Machinery

In the era of the digital economy,the legal supervision of food safety presents a trend of intelligent supervision tools,diversified supervision paths,and whole -process supervision efficiency.Under the dual influence of the absence of consensus on the concept of "digital supervision" and the behavioral cognitive deviation of "technology application",there are still practical difficulties such as lack of rules,model alienation,and weak team in food safety supervision,which hinder the two -way empowerment and coupling development of supervision digitization and rule of law.New paths for digitally enabled food safety supervision were explored,such as improving the standard system of digital supervision at the level of legal …

Common Errors And Avoidance Strategies In English Abstracts Of China's Food Science Journals, Fu Zhen, Zhan Yan

Food and Machinery

English abstracts play a crucial role in enhancing the international academic influence of academic journals and improving their acceptance among the global readership.By employing case studies and discourse analysis methods,this study examines the English abstracts of recent articles published in Food & Machinery and Journal of Food Science and Biotechnology.The analysis identifies several common errors in these abstracts,including inaccuracies in language use,inconsistencies in structure,and a lack of academic rigor.The primary causes for these issues can be attributed to inadequate language proficiency and writing skills,differences in cultural backgrounds between Chinese and English,and insufficient awareness of academic norms.Based on these findings,the study …

Reducing Disparities In Breastfeeding Among African American Women Through Professional Support, Latonia Feagin

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

This project involved developing a toolkit and implementing a staff education program to increase provider self-efficacy and knowledge concerning breastfeeding, increase provider understanding of the importance of a toolkit for addressing the gap in breastfeeding among African American women, and increase the intention of providers to use the toolkit by a minimum of 20%. The clinic reported breastfeeding in only 21% of African American patients, attributing this mainly to provider lack of breastfeeding self-efficacy and knowledge. It is essential for providers to deliver evidence-based, culturally sensitive breastfeeding information. This project involved evaluating provider self-efficacy, knowledge, understanding the importance of a …

Systems And Methods For Determining Cell Number Count In Automated Stereology Z-Stack Images, Palak Pankajbhai Dave, Dmitry Goldgof, Lawrence O. Hall, Peter R. Mouton

USF Patents

Systems and methods for automated stereology using deep learning are disclosed. The systems include an update in the form of a semi-automatic approach for ground truth preparation in 3D stacks of microscopy images (disector stacks) for generating more training data. The systems also present an exemplary disector-based MIMO framework where all the planes of a 3D disector stack are analyzed as opposed to a single focus-stacked image (EDF image) per stack. The MIMO approach avoids the costly computations of 3D deep learning-based methods by using the 3D context of cells in disector stacks; and prevents stereological bias in the previous …

Algebraic Proof-Of-Work Algorithm For Blockchains, Muslum Ozgur Ozmen, Rouzbeh Behnia, Attila Altay Yavuz

USF Patents

An algebraic proof-of-work algorithm is provided that can be used as part of the consensus algorithm used by cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin. Instead of solving blocks using a hash puzzle, the present algorithm uses an algebraic puzzle such as a lattice-based puzzle based on the shortest vector problem and/or the knapsack problem. A cryptocurrency using the proposed proof-of-work algorithm has only a small quantum advantage when compared with existing proof-of-work algorithms.

Integrated Convolutional Neural Network For Skin Cancer Classification With Hair And Noise Restoration, Ni̇dhi̇ Bansal, Sri̇dhar Sundaramurthy

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Skin lesions are commonly diagnosed and classified using dermoscopic images. There are many artifacts visible in dermoscopic images, including hair strands, noise, bubbles, blood vessels, poor illumination, and moles. These artifacts can obscure crucial information about lesions, which limits the ability to diagnose lesions automatically. This study investigated how hair and noise artifacts in lesion images affect classifier performance and how they can be removed to improve diagnostic accuracy.Materials and methods: A synthetic dataset created using hair simulation and noise simulation was used in conjunction with the HAM10000 benchmark dataset. Moreover, integrated convolutional neural networks (CNNs) were proposed for …

Relationship Between The Density Of Degenerated Neurons In The Carotid Body And Changes In Blood Ph, Hakan Kina, Aydin Si̇nan Apaydin

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aimCarotid artery is the majority artery for brain feeding. Carotid Bodies (CBs) are located in carotid bifurcation and regulate body fluid pH. We aimed to evaluate the changes in CB-related pH levels as a consequence of degeneration induced by the ligation of both Common Carotid Arteries (BCCAL).Materials and methodsWe included 23 adult male New Zealand rabbits. A control group (n= 5); a sham group (0.5 mL saline injected n=5) and the main study group (subjected to the BCCAL procedure, n = 13). We monitored and recorded pH levels, and cardiac rhythms before, during, and after the experiments at two-day intervals. …

Association Of Certain Biochemical Parameters Related To Bone Cycle With Genotype In Mps Iii-B Patients, Seda Gökkurt, İrem Peker Eyüboğlu, Banu Nur Güzel, Ercan Mihçi, Ayşe Özer, Mustafa Akki̇pri̇k

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: The aim of this study is to investigate the genotype-phenotype correlation in Sanfilippo type B patients in terms of bone formation/resorption parameters, and to determine the release/inhibition of biomarkers accompanying osteoporosis.Materials and Methods: Plasma levels of Osteoprotegerin, Matrix metalloproteinases (MMP2, MMP9), TIMP-1, TIMP-2, BALP, Cathepsin K, and TRACP-5b were examined by ELISA method in MPS IIIB patients. At the same time, mutations in the NAGLU gene causing this disease were detected by whole exome sequencing, and their correlation with biochemical parameters was investigated.Results: Based on the enzyme analysis results, MMP-9, TIMP1, TIMP-2, and MMP-2 were significantly high, while Cathepsin-K …

Debtor's Memo Re: Ordinaty Course Payment To Priests

Catholic Dioceses in Bankruptcy

No abstract provided.

Blue Momma, Why Are You So Blue: A Trauma-Informed Theological Approach To Systematically Oppressed Black Mothers In Memphis, Tennessee, Valerie Houston

Doctor of Ministry

This dissertation discusses the effects of systemic oppression on the well-being of Black mothers in Memphis, Tennessee. It posits that systemic oppression causes trauma that negatively affects Black motherhood and familial stability. Research shows that maternal mental illness may negatively affect child development, behavior, and cognitive and socio-emotional development.³ Black literary history has revealed the importance of Black mothers for family development.⁴ It has shown how Black mothers used religion to support themselves emotionally, psychologically, and spiritually during times of travail.⁵ This work theorizes that a trauma-informed theological approach will liberate Black mothers in Memphis, Tennessee, from …

Allostatic Load And Incident Dementia Among Older Adults In The United States, Mohammed Usman Kabeto

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Allostatic load (AL), the cumulative physiological burden of chronic stress, is a significant health problem, and it has been associated with adverse health outcomes, including cognitive functioning. There is a paucity of literature examining associations between AL and incident dementia in the United States. This quantitative study used data from the United States Health and Retirement Study cohort (2016-2020) to examine the association between AL quartile and incident dementia among participants who were aged 56 and older at baseline. Dementia status was determined measuring immediate and delayed recall, serial seven subtraction, and backward count, as well as self-report conditions for …

Predicting Diabetes Self-Management Education Engagement: Machine Learning Algorithms And Models, Xiangxiang Jiang, Gang Lv, Minghui Li, Jing Yuan, Z Kevin Lu

Faculty Publications

Introduction Diabetes self-management education (DSME) is endorsed by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) as an essential component of diabetes management. However, the utilization of DSME remains limited in the USA. This study aimed to investigate current DSME participation among the older population and to identify comprehensive factors of DSME engagement through employing various machine learning (ML) models based on a US nationally representative survey linked to claims data.

Research design and methods Data from the Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey were employed, and this study included data on US Medicare beneficiaries with diabetes from 2017 to 2019. Comprehensive variables following the …

Thoracic Disc Herniations: Diagnosis, Surgical Techniques, And Complication Insights, Mehmet Deni̇zhan Yurtluk, Aydin Si̇nan Apaydin, Hakan Kina, Khoi Than

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Abstract: Thoracic disc herniations (TDHs) are rare conditions, comprising 0.1% to 5% of all reported herniation cases, and affecting up to 1 in 1,000,000 individuals. The mid to lower thoracic spine, particularly between the T11 and T12 vertebrae, is most frequently affected and often associated with trauma. Conditions like Scheuermann’s disease can predispose patients to TDHs. This study explores the clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, surgical techniques, and complications associated with TDHs. Diagnosis relies on magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography myelography to identify the level and nature of the herniation. Various surgical approaches, including posterolateral, lateral, and anterior, have been …

A Comparison Study Of Sensory Processing In Older Adults With And Without Dementia, Medi̇ne Nur Özata Değerli̇, Di̇dem Karaduman, Burcu Balam Doğu, Onur Altuntaş

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Sensory processing is affected by aging, and dementia may lead to changes in sensory processing. This study aimed to examine the differences in sensory processing and sensory modulation between older adults with and without dementia.Materials and methods: This study was designed as a comparative study of community-dwelling older adults aged 65 years and older with and without dementia. Participants and their caregivers were recruited at the occupational therapy clinic of a public hospital. They completed a sociodemographic information form and the Adolescent/Adult Sensory Profile to assess sensory processing and sensory modulation.Results: The study included 120 older adults (60 with …

Novel Nonmagnetic Abutment Designs For Facial Prostheses: An Experimental Study, İrem Sozen Yani̇k, Ufuk Adali̇, Jamila Yassine, Fransizka Schmidt, Wolfgang Hannak, Bahadir Ersu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: This in vitro study aimed to evaluate and compare the retentive forces of novel nonmagnetic abutment designs developed as an alternative to conventional magnetic abutments for facial prostheses.Materials and methods: A plexiglass model was constructed and two extraoral implants were placed in these blocks in a parallel position. Nonmagnetic abutments made of titanium were fabricated and screwed onto the implants. The nonmagnetic systems represent a novel design and include two different abutment designs (Type 1 and Type 2) with silicone attachments. Retentive force values for three abutment types: Conventional Magnetic System (CMS), Nonmagnetic abutment Type 1 System (NMS1), and …

Relationship Between Uncoupling Protein 1 (Ucp1) Levels And Psoriasis, Fi̇kret Akyurek, Fatma Tuncez Akyurek, Fatma Sengul

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

Background/aim: Psoriasis is an autoimmune, chronic and common skin disease. Comorbidities also increase the mortality risk of the disease. The aim of this study is to investigate the changes in UCP1 levels in psoriasis patients and to evaluate their possible role in the pathogenesis of the disease, focusing on disease severity (Psoriasis Area and Severity Index), dyslipidemia, inflammation and cardiovascular risk.Materials and methods: This study included 30 psoriasis patients and 30 healthy individuals as a control group. Serum UCP1 was measured using an ELISA test kit. The laboratory results of psoriasis patients and healthy controls were compared.Results: UCP1 level was …

Erratum To “ Telemedicine In Pediatric Rheumatology: The Video Pediatric Gait, Arms, Legs, And Spine (V-Pgals) Examination” [Turkish Journal Of Medical Sciences 54 (5) 2024 963-969 ], Zeynep Balik, Seher Şener, Yağmur Bayindir, Müşerref Kasap Cüceoğlu, Emi̇l Ali̇yev, Özge Başaran, Yelda Bi̇lgi̇ner, Seza Özen, Ezgi̇ Deni̇z Batu

Turkish Journal of Medical Sciences

This erratum is written to correct an error in our previous publication. Supplement Figure 2 was published incorrectly as one page instead of six.
DOI of original article: https://doi.org/10.55730/1300-0144.5874

The Concept Of Separation Of Double Punishment System For The Main Body Of Administrative Responsibility Of Food Business Enterprises, Zhou Chunhua, Wu Xiayun

Food and Machinery

In the field of food safety,it is essential to define the subject of administrative responsibility of food business enterprises correctly.This study,based on article seventy -five of the food safety law,explored in depth the idea of separating the administrative responsibility of food business enterprises from double punishment,it provides a new perspective and train of thought for the perfection of our country;Food safety supervision system.First,the main problems and challenges of the current double punishment system of the subject of administrative responsibility are analyzed.Then,three innovative system designs are proposed,including technology -driven regulation,a flexible penalty system and responsible supply chain management.The section on technology …

Executive Committee - Minutes, 2/18/2025, Academic Senate

Academic Senate Minutes

No abstract provided.

Teachers’ Instructional Strategies In Teaching English Language Learners English Writing In A Dual Language School, Courtney Mae Henson

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

It is the responsibility of educators to provide quality instruction for all students, including English language learners,. The problem that was addressed through this study is that teachers at Missionary Elementary School were struggling to implement appropriate instructional practices when teaching English writing to English language learners (ELLs) enrolled in a dual language program. The purpose of this study was to examine the instructional methods and to understand the support and/or resources needed for teachers to be successful. The writing observation framework provided the conceptual framework that guided this research. Data for this qualitative case study were collected through observations …