Common Point Research Articles

A Set of Screening Techniques for a Quick Overview of the Neutrophil Function.

Neutrophils are known as one of the first lines of defense in the innate immune response and can perform many particular cellular functions, such as chemotaxis, reverse migration, phagocytosis, degranulation of cytotoxic enzymes and metabolites, and release of DNA as neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs). Neutrophils not only have tightly regulated signaling themselves, but also participate in the regulation of other components of the immune system. As fresh neutrophils are terminally differentiated, short-lived, and highly variable among individuals, it is important to make the most of the collected samples. Researchers often need to perform screening assays to assess an overview of the many neutrophil functions that may be affected by specific conditions under evaluation. A set of tests following a single isolation process of normal density neutrophils was developed to address this need, seeking a balance between speed, comprehensiveness, cost, and accuracy. The results can be used to reason and guide in-depth follow-up studies. This procedure can be carried out in an average time of 4 h and includes the evaluation of cell viability, reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, real-time migration, and phagocytosis of yeast on glass slides, leaving enough cells for more detailed approaches like omics studies. Moreover, the procedure includes a way to easily observe a preliminary suggestion of NETs after fast panoptic staining observed by light microscopy, with a lack of specific markers, albeit enough to indicate if further efforts in that way would be worthwhile. The diversity of functions tested combines common points among tests, reducing the analysis time and expenses. The procedure was named NeutroFun Screen, and although havinglimitations, it balances the aforementioned factors. Furthermore, the aim of this work is not a definite test set, but rather a guideline that can easily be adjusted to each lab's resources and demands.

Generation Y in the Brazilian context

The topic of generations has gained prominence in the media and public debates in recent years. However, the characterization of each generational cohort remains controversial. Among these groups, Generation Z stands out, comprising individuals born between the early 1980s and mid-1990s, in 2022 they already represented approximately 40% of the economically active population in Brazil. Nowadays, it is common to refer to this group of individuals using characteristics attributed to their North American generations, which can lead to misperceptions. Therefore, this study aims to characterize the Brazilian Gen Z through a bibliographic review of studies with different approaches to this generational cohort, what allowed the identification of both common and divergent points. The results suggest that the prevailing characterization of this generation depicts them as individuals who were pampered and became hedonistic. They are said to have grown up and been shaped by the peculiar circumstances of a globalized world undergoing rapid transformation based on communication technologies, such as the internet. In the Brazilian case, studies highlight that this generation, among other aspects, is composed of individuals who are highly adept at using the internet but dependent on it to build their identity and socialize. This results in a constant need to be connected and a propensity for excessive exposure, which can lead to addiction to social media, superficial relationships, anxiety, and dissatisfaction. Similar to previous generations, Brazilian Gen Z also seek financial stability and professional security. However, they believe that work is only a means to achieve their goals, not an end in itself. Therefore, they try to balance it with personal life aspects, also seeking a source of satisfaction and learning from it. Additionally, they tend to be less loyal to companies. They demonstrate skills for teamwork but have difficulties dealing with authority and hierarchy. Furthermore, they prefer organizations that are ethical and willing to invest in their development. Finally, in general terms, they are also individualistic, pragmatic, creative, and innovative, with a broader worldview and valuing aspects of collective consumption.

A common points selection method based on the uniformity of FLTMMS for pre-alignment of particle accelerators

High-precision pre-alignment of a magnet is a crucial step in the construction of a particle accelerator such as the Hefei Advanced Light Facility (HALF) or High Energy Photon Source (HEPS). To improve the accuracy and efficiency of pre-alignment, there are plans to build a four-station laser tracker multilateration measurement system (FLTMMS) at HALF. In the coordinate conversion and self-calibration processes of a FLTMMS, an unreasonable distribution of common points can lead to a loss of accuracy. A method for selecting common points based on uniformity in the FLTMMS is therefore proposed. In this method, the coordinate transformation space is divided according to the uniformity in different directions. The feasibility of our method is compared and analysed through coordinate conversion and self-calibration experiments. Simulations show that with the same number of common points, this method leads to higher accuracy in coordinate conversion and self-calibration. The proposed method compensates for the loss of accuracy due to aggregation of common points. Comparative analyses show a clear positive relationship between the accuracy improvement effect and the difference in uniformity. The distribution of common points will change the accuracy distribution of FLTMMS. Our approach of providing essential references for pre-aligning HALF magnets has been applied to HEPS with extensive engineering experience, to verify the practicality of this method for engineering applications. In the actual measurements, self-calibration is performed using an edge measurement network, and coordinate conversion is conducted using angle measurements. Based on actual measurements, the self-calibration accuracy is 1.7 μm and a conversion accuracy is 14.8 μm. The results show that under the premise of satisfying precision, the method can reduce the number of common points, thus decreasing the cost of common points construction. Our study provides instructions for pre-alignment at HALF in the future.

ACANet: A Fine-grained Image Classification Optimization Method Based on Convolution and Attention Fusion

<p>The key to solve the problem of fine-grained image classification is to find the differentiation regions related to fine-grained features. In this paper, we try to add new network components to the original network and adjust various parameters to try to propose a new fine-grained image classification network. We propose a fine-grained image classification network based on the fusion of asymmetric convolution, convolution and self-attention mechanisms. Firstly, an enhanced module using asymmetric convolution to assist classical convolution proposed to help convolution learn deep features. Secondly, according to the common points of convolution and self-attention mechanism, we invented a fusion module of convolution and self-attention mechanism to improve the learning ability of the network.We integrate these two modules into the residual network and invent a new residual network .Finally, according to the experience, we design a new downsampling layer to adapt to the new component of the attention mechanism and improve the performance of the model. The experiment test on three publicly available datasets, and three methods for comparison. The results show that the new structure can effectively complete the task of fine-grained image classification, and the classification accuracy of different methods and different datasets are significantly improved.</p> <p> </p>

Omnidirectional Sensor Design for Distributed Laser Measurement Systems

Distributed laser measurement systems, widely used in high-end equipment such as airplanes, ships, and other manufacturing fields, face challenges in large spatial measurements due to laser plane obstructions and weak intersections. This paper introduces a novel omnidirectional sensor with enhanced adaptability to complex environments and improved measurement accuracy. Initially, an integrated omnidirectional measurement model is established, followed by the analysis of the optical path of the front-end detector, and the design of a signal-conditioning circuit for the photoelectric conversion of the front-end laser signal, Subsequently, a circuit testing platform is established to validate the detection functionality, and the corresponding results indicate that the symmetry of the output waveform is under 10 ns, the response time is under 100 ns, and the maximum detection distance is 22 m. Further, experimental results demonstrate the superiority of omnidirectional sensors over planar ones in complex environments, successfully receiving 360° laser signals. The positional accuracy of the common point to be measured on the top of the omnidirectional sensor is confirmed to exceed 0.05 mm, and the accuracy of the angle of attitude exceeds 0.04°. Using the laser tracker, the measurement accuracy of the system is verified to be better than 0.3 mm. When rotating in the horizontal and pitch directions, the measurement accuracy is better than 0.35 mm and 0.47 mm, respectively, fulfilling the sub-millimeter precision requirement and expanding the application scope of distributed laser measurement systems.

Understanding metric-related pitfalls in image analysis validation.

Validation metrics are key for tracking scientific progress and bridging the current chasm between artificial intelligence research and its translation into practice. However, increasing evidence shows that, particularly in image analysis, metrics are often chosen inadequately. Although taking into account the individual strengths, weaknesses and limitations of validation metrics is a critical prerequisite to making educated choices, the relevant knowledge is currently scattered and poorly accessible to individual researchers. Based on a multistage Delphi process conducted by a multidisciplinary expert consortium as well as extensive community feedback, the present work provides a reliable and comprehensive common point of access to information on pitfalls related to validation metrics in image analysis. Although focused on biomedical image analysis, the addressed pitfalls generalize across application domains and are categorized according to a newly created, domain-agnostic taxonomy. The work serves to enhance global comprehension of a key topic in image analysis validation.

IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TRAFFIC CONFLICT TECHNIQUE METHOD AT PONTIANAK'S UNSIGNALIZED INTERSECTION

The high number of traffic accidents is a problem for the government in realizing traffic security, safety, and smoothness. Intersections are the most common point of conflict, especially unsignalized intersections. The research location of the intersection of Jl. Budi Utomo - Jl. 28 October-Jl. Parit Nenas, Siantan Hulu Village, North Pontianak District, and Pontianak City intersect environmental-type commercial roads with many vehicles and education centers. The research objectives are to identify traffic conflicts, analyze the level of traffic conflicts, and provide alternatives to overcome problems.Traffic Conflict Technique is an observation method to analyze traffic conflict that illustrates the seriousness of the conflict. The research data used CCTV recording for two days, Saturday and Tuesday. The Traffic Conflict Technique method uses the Time to Accident and Conflicting Speed values to determine the seriousness of the conflict.Based on the analysis of the Traffic Conflict Technique method, the research location with 34 vehicle conflicts has a severe level of conflict that could potentially cause accident risk. The level of serious conflict is 27 vehicle conflicts, with a percentage of 79.41%. Vehicle speed in the class 15 km / h - 19 km / h is the most severe conflict speed, with 12 vehicle conflicts and a percentage of 44.44%. Accelerating vehicle behavior is the most severe conflict, with 25 vehicle conflicts and a percentage of 83.33% of accidents that have the potential to occur. Alternatives to reduce the causes of accidents are adding traffic signaling devices and traffic signs to improve safety.

Vibrational resonance phenomena of the OCS isotopologues studied by resummation of high-order Rayleigh–Schrödinger perturbation theory

The high-order Rayleigh–Schrödinger perturbation theory (RSPT) can be applied for studying anharmonic vibrational problem formulated with the isomorphic Hougen Hamiltonian, but the resulting series usually possess slowly convergent or even divergent behavior. This flaw can be overcome by the resummation of such series with the multi-valued Hermite–Padé approximant (HPA) that accurately reproduces variational matrix eigenvalues provided the basis set is the same. Besides, the state-to-state juxtaposition of HPA branch points can provide an accurate quantitative description of resonance phenomena. Such resummation was earlier proven to be efficient for three- and four-atomic asymmetric top molecules, as well as for linear molecules CO2 and C2H2. In the present work, this technique was systematically applied for studying vibrational resonances of practically important isotopologues of the linear carbonyl sulfide molecule (16O12C32S, 16O12C34S, 16O13C32S, 18O12C32S, 16O12C33S, 16O13C34S). The isomorphic Hamiltonians were constructed using the ab initio equilibrium geometry and quartic PES calculated at the CCSD(T)/cc-pV(Q+d)Z level. The analysis of HPA common branch points of 125 vibrational states for each isotopologue predicted comprehensive resonance pictures. These resonances reproduced most of experimentally observed couplings and indicated a possible break down of the known polyad formula P=2v1+v2+4v3. The demonstrated efficiency of this purely ab initio approach opens a perspective of further studies of resonances phenomena of new and hardly accessible molecules.

Common Best Proximity Point Theorems for Generalized Dominating with Graphs and Applications in Differential Equations

In this paper, we initiate a concept of graph-proximal functions. Furthermore, we give a notion of being generalized Geraghty dominating for a pair of mappings. This permits us to establish the existence of and unique results for a common best proximity point of complete metric space. Additionally, we give a concrete example and corollaries related to the main theorem. In particular, we apply our main results to the case of metric spaces equipped with a reflexive binary relation. Finally, we demonstrate the existence of a solution to boundary value problems of particular second-order differential equations.

｢무지개 물고기｣ 그림책 시리즈의 의미

Objectives The purpose of this study is to find the message to be delivered to infants in the “Rainbow Fish” picture book series, understand the implications of the picture book, and use it as basic data in the educational field.
 Methods The “Rainbow Fish” series examined the overall content and in-depth implications of early childhood picture books based on Greimas (1985)'s sequence analysis, binary confrontation analysis, behavioral analysis, and Barthes (1997)'s semiotic approach to myth theory.
 Results The common feature of the sequence analysis contents of the “Rainbow Fish” series picture book is that it is a happy ending in which all conflicts and problems are resolved. However, there was a difference in the format of the plot. There were two types: a single-line format in which the story unfolds over time, and a circular format in which events in the story progress one after another over time and then return to square one. In the case of binary confrontation analysis, there was a common point that all the situations, emotions, and attitudes of rainbow fish were included, and the differences were confrontation between characters, confrontation between places, and change of mind of rainbow fish. The behavioral analysis of the “Rainbow Fish” series picture book shows that rainbow fish become the same person and main character in the role of the subject and receiver, and the differ-ence between the series is that the role of callers and opponents is different. In addition, depending on the devel-opment of the story, there are times when there are no characters who play the role of assistants, and sometimes the same character changes from the role of the antagonist to the role of assistants. Through the myth analysis of the “Rainbow Fish” series picture book, we were able to derive topics such as finding happiness, forming rela-tionships, empathizing, being interested, solving problems, accepting minds, positive interaction, and resolving conflicts.
 Conclusions This study is significant in that it helps in-depth understanding and interpretation of the “Rainbow Fish” series picture books based on a semiotic approach, and effectively conveys the meaning and literature im-plied in picture books in the field of early childhood education so that they can be applied to the field of early child-hood education.

The Operational Logic of Culture-Based Short Video Marketing Empowering Brand Growth: The Case of Local Cultural Brands

Many academics studying marketing have shifted their focus to the scientific study of short videos as a result of the rapid growth of new media. Despite the abundance of research findings, the majority of academics concentrate on short videos for pure communication purposes without analyzing how traditional culture is used in short videos for propaganda or the integration process. In order to support the long-term growth of marketing, investigate additional opportunities presented by short-video cultural communication, and broaden and deepen the scope of marketing research, this article conducted a thorough analysis of the best examples of short-video cultural communication using the literature analysis method. It also examined the primary ways in which short-video culture-based marketing supports the development of a brand and integrated a broadly applicable brand communication path. According to the brand case study, the "Cao County" brand primarily uses "official marketing + self-media dissemination + live broadcasting with goods" to promote local culture and tourism in Cao County. In contrast, the brand "Chuanxiang Xiaomeier" achieves brand image unification and short video communication content innovation through the usage of "personal account promotion, brand identification system, and family communication context creation". This article ultimately finds that the core path of "dual matrix mode creation + brand image unification + cultural background empowerment" supplies a reference program for short video culture promotion. It does this by combining the common points and communication benefits of the two scenarios.

Dynamics of infinitesimal body in the concentric restricted five-body problem

This research presents a model of a specific restricted five-body problem. In this model, there are four main bodies, referred to as primary bodies. The first two primary bodies have the same mass while the third and fourth primary bodies also share an identical mass, which is lesser than the former. These primary bodies are lined up in a straight line along a designated axis. They revolve in circular paths with different distances from a common central point that represents their shared center of mass. The first set of orbits has a shorter radius compared to the second set. Simplifying the motion equations of an infinitesimally small mass reveals a single governing parameter, λ, constrained within λ ∊ (λ0, 1), λ0 = 0.417221. Within the orbital plane of these primaries, seven equilibrium points are identified: four along the x-axis, two on the y-axis, and one at the system's origin. Notably, no equilibrium points were found outside this orbital plane. The study concludes that collinear equilibrium points are linearly unstable, while the non-collinear points maintain stability for values λc < λ < 1, λc = 0.971105.

Integrating Ethics, Methods, and the Dynamics of Power in Political Science Fieldwork

The articles in this symposium underscore at least three common points about understanding and combatting sexual harassment in the context of social science fieldwork:

SMART LIVESTOCK FOR SCIENCE…12 months later

The fourth issue of Slovak Journal of Animal Science 2023 gives to me the opportunity to overview our scientific publishing activity after the first 12 months together. Along four issues, our Journal has been faced with many different aspects of animal farm production, among them mainly circular economy strategy, non-conventional feed resources, and community-based livestock programs. All these different aspects have a common point: boost and develop the livestock farming system, in terms of competitiveness and profitability. Looking at the different articles collected and published during this year, the incorporation of locally available novel feed resource alternatives can promote circular economy concepts, increase food security, and improve sustainable livestock production. By exploiting locally accessible resources, the inclusion of these materials in animal feed nutrition has significant potential to enhance livestock performance, lower production costs, and promote bioeconomy concepts.&#x0D; On the other hand, analysis of genomic data is an important resource for the effective management of small and endangered animal populations. The research activity of scientists has deeply been focused on developing breeding programs able to conserve animal biodiversity and monitor animal biodynamics.&#x0D; &#x0D; In the last Editorial article of 2023, I am going to introduce the contents of the articles collected and published in the fourth issue of 2023 year.&#x0D; Formelova et al. performed a study to evaluate the effect of dried hempseed cake (by-product of oil production) supplementation (5% - EG1 and 10% - EG2) to rabbit feed mixture on livestock performances, quality of meat, digestibility of nutrients and animal health status. All obtained data let Authors to recommend the inclusion of hempseed cake up to 10% in rabbit diet without any negative effect on animal welfare, livestock performance and quality of meat.&#x0D; Osaiyuwu et al. organized a study to provide useful information for the creation of sustainable breeding programmes and developing a sustainable use and conservation strategy aimed at developing highly producing Muscovy ducks in Nigeria; consequently, increasing the food security index of the nation and source of income for small-scale farmers. In general, the ducks from all seven ecogeographic locations were rather homogeneous than heterogeneous.&#x0D; Mekonnen et al., had the prime objective to survey and characterize the husbandry practices of the different indigenous sheep populations. Authors concluded the study claiming a need of feed development, shift to modern husbandry practices, access to veterinary services, indigenous sheep conservation through utilization, control of inbreeding, ram-to-ewe ratio, fattening and castration should be of future attention of farmers and stakeholders.&#x0D; Ajayi et al., to justify the use of duckweed as an alternative and novel aquatic-derived fodder in ruminants' feeding strategies, performed preliminary investigation via in vitro gas production technique. The study assessed the nutrient and mineral potential, secondary metabolites and in vitro gas production characteristics of duckweed to estimate the short-chain volatile fatty acids, metabolizable energy, organic matter digestibility and apparent in vitro dry matter degradability. In conclusion, duckweed from earthen fish ponds is fairly degradable in vitro, and the nutrient contents elucidate its forage value for ruminants.&#x0D; Editorial Team looks forward to evaluating your submitted contributions and providing all necessary support to Authors in order to best serve animal science and the scientific community, with commitment to research integrity and the highest publishing ethics. Enjoy the reading!

Variations in the cystic duct: frequency and the relationship among insertion sides and heights on the bile duct.

Evaluation of the cystic duct anatomy prior to bile duct or gallbladder surgery is important, to decrease the risk of bile duct injury. This study aimed to clarify the frequency of cystic duct variations and the relationship between them. Data of 205 patients who underwent cholecystectomy after imaging at Sada Hospital, Japan, were analyzed. The Chi-square test was used to analyze the relationships among variations. The lateral and posterior sides of the bile duct were the two most common insertion points (92 patients, 44.9%), and the middle height was the most common insertion height (135 patients, 65.9%). Clinically important variations (spiral courses, parallel courses, low insertions, and right hepatic duct draining) relating to the risk of bile duct injury were observed in 24 patients (11.7%). Regarding the relationship between the insertion sides and heights, we noticed that the posterior insertion frequently existed in low insertions (75.0%, P<0.001) and did not exist in high insertions. In contrast, the anterior insertion coexisted with high and never low insertions. Spiral courses have two courses: anterior and posterior, and anterior ones were only found in high insertion cases. The insertion point of the cystic duct and the spiral courses tended to be anterior or lateral superiorly and posterior inferiorly. Clinically significant variations in cystic duct insertions are common and surgeons should be cautious about these variations to avoid complications.

A Comparative Study of Intraocular Pressure Measurements by Goldmann Applanation Tonometer and Schiotztonometer and the Study of Schiotz Tonometer a Screening Tool in North Karnataka Population

Background: Glaucoma is a multifactorial disease with common end point characteristics affecting the optic nerve.It is defined as an optic neuropathy characterised by specific structural findings in the optic disc (increased VerticalCup Disc Ratio (VCDR) or VCDR asymmetry &gt;97.5 percentile) and particular functional deficits in automatedvisual field testing. It consists of three components: the optic nerve head, the visualfield, and intraocular pressure.Detecting the intraocular pressure is essential in not only initiating treatment, but also in monitoring the responseto treatment.Method: 210 purposively selected patients were subjected to three methods of tonometry – Goldmannapplanationtonometry, Schiotz indentation tonometry (with the 5.5g, 7.5g and 10 g weights). Three recordings were obtainedwith each method and the arithmetic mean taken as the intraocular pressure. The data was statistically analyzedusing the intra-class correlation coefficient. Sensitivity and specificity were also calculated for the Schiotz tonometer.Results: The Schiotz tonometer showed fair agreement with the Gold mannapplanationtonometer. The Schiotztonometer scored low as an effective screening tool.Conclusion: The current study shows that the Schiotz tonometer compares favourably with theGoldmannapplanation tonometer showing fair agreement with it. It showed good specificity and was reliable indetection of positives, excluding false positives.

The AA-Viscosity Algorithm for Fixed-Point, Generalized Equilibrium and Variational Inclusion Problems

The aim of this paper is to propose an inertial-type AA-viscosity algorithm for approximating the common solutions of the split variational inclusion problem, the generalized equilibrium problem and the common fixed-point problem of nonexpansive mappings. The strong convergence of an iterative sequence obtained through the proposed method is proved under some mild assumptions. Consequently, approximations of the solution of the split feasibility problem, the relaxed split feasibility problem, the split common null point problem and the split minimization problem are given. The applicability of our proposed algorithm has been illustrated with the help of a numerical example. Our iterative method was then compared graphically with different comparable methods in the existing literature.

Dynamics on ℙ1: preperiodic points and pairwise stability

DeMarco, Krieger, and Ye conjectured that there is a uniform bound B, depending only on the degree d, so that any pair of holomorphic maps $f, g :{\mathbb {P}}^1\to {\mathbb {P}}^1$ with degree $d$ will either share all of their preperiodic points or have at most $B$ in common. Here we show that this uniform bound holds for a Zariski open and dense set in the space of all pairs, $\mathrm {Rat}_d \times \mathrm {Rat}_d$ , for each degree $d\geq 2$ . The proof involves a combination of arithmetic intersection theory and complex-dynamical results, especially as developed recently by Gauthier and Vigny, Yuan and Zhang, and Mavraki and Schmidt. In addition, we present alternate proofs of the main results of DeMarco, Krieger, and Ye [Uniform Manin-Mumford for a family of genus 2 curves, Ann. of Math. (2) 191 (2020), 949–1001; Common preperiodic points for quadratic polynomials, J. Mod. Dyn. 18 (2022), 363–413] and of Poineau [Dynamique analytique sur $\mathbb {Z}$ II : Écart uniforme entre Lattès et conjecture de Bogomolov-Fu-Tschinkel, Preprint (2022), arXiv:2207.01574 [math.NT]]. In fact, we prove a generalization of a conjecture of Bogomolov, Fu, and Tschinkel in a mixed setting of dynamical systems and elliptic curves.

O Kronosach. Garbaczewski rozczytuje Gombrowicza

The article presents the performance Kronos, directed by Krzysztof Garbaczewski in 2013. The performance was an immediate reaction to the extremely intimate work of art written by Witold Gombrowicz. Garbaczewski is involved in reading and staging Gombrowicz’s work since 2008. The article highlights how the creative method presented in Kronos is portrayed by actors during the performance. Moreover, the author shows the phenomenon of poetry epiphany in the play, the coexistence of corporeality and the mind, the processes of tabooisation of the body and mediatization in the play. The author points to common points in the works of Gombrowicz and Garbaczewski. She also draws attention to how the writer’s authority is invoked, a process through which the director legitimises the theatrical exploration.

Kinematics inverse solution of assembly robot based on improved particle swarm optimization

AbstractInverse kinematics of robot is the basis of robot assembly, which directly determines the pose of robot. Because the traditional inverse solution algorithm is limited by the robot topology structure, singular pose and inverse solution accuracy, it affects the use of robots. In order to solve the above problems, an improved particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm is proposed to solve the inverse problem of robot. This algorithm initializes the particle population based on joint angle limitations, accelerating the convergence speed of the algorithm. In order to avoid falling into local optima and premature convergence, we have proposed a nonlinear weight strategy to update the speed and position of particles, enhancing the algorithm’s search ability, in addition introducing a penalty function to eliminate particles exceeding joint limits. Finally, the positions of common points and singular points are selected on PUMA 560 robot and redundant robot for inverse kinematics simulation verification. The results show that, compared with other algorithms, the improved PSO algorithm has higher convergence accuracy and better convergence speed in solving the inverse solution, and the algorithm has certain universality, which provides a new solution for the inverse kinematics solution of the assembly robot.