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    Bayesian Statistical Inference on Elliptical Matrix Distributions

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    In this paper we are concerned with Bayesian statistical inference for a class of elliptical distributions with parameters μ and Σ. Under a noninformative prior distribution, we obtain the posterior distribution, posterior mean, and generalized maximim likelihood estimators of μ and Σ. Under the entropy loss and quadratic loss, the best Bayesian estimators of Σ are derived as well. Some applications are given

    Multi-wavelength Stellar Polarimetry of the Filamentary Cloud IC5146: I. Dust Properties

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    We present optical and near-infrared stellar polarization observations toward the dark filamentary clouds associated with IC5146. The data allow us to investigate the dust properties (this paper) and the magnetic field structure (Paper II). A total of 2022 background stars were detected in RcR_{c}-, ii'-, HH-, and/or KK-bands to AV25A_V \lesssim 25 mag. The ratio of the polarization percentage at different wavelengths provides an estimate of λmax\lambda_{max}, the wavelength of peak polarization, which is an indicator of the small-size cutoff of the grain size distribution. The grain size distribution seems to significantly change at AVA_V \sim 3 mag, where both the average and dispersion of PRc/PHP_{R_c}/P_{H} decrease. In addition, we found λmax\lambda_{max} \sim 0.6-0.9 μ\mum for AV>2.5A_V>2.5 mag, which is larger than the \sim 0.55 μ\mum in the general ISM, suggesting that grain growth has already started in low AVA_V regions. Our data also reveal that polarization efficiency (PE Pλ/AV\equiv P_{\lambda}/A_V) decreases with AVA_V as a power-law in RcR_c-, ii'-, and KK-bands with indices of -0.71±\pm0.10, -1.23±\pm0.10 and -0.53±\pm0.09. However, HH-band data show a power index change; the PE varies with AVA_V steeply (index of -0.95±\pm0.30) when AV<2.88±0.67A_V < 2.88\pm0.67 mag but softly (index of -0.25±\pm0.06) for greater AVA_V values. The soft decay of PE in high AVA_V regions is consistent with the Radiative Aligned Torque model, suggesting that our data trace the magnetic field to AV20A_V \sim 20 mag. Furthermore, the breakpoint found in HH-band is similar to the AVA_V where we found the PRc/PHP_{R_c}/P_{H} dispersion significantly decreased. Therefore, the flat PE-AVA_V in high AVA_V regions implies that the power index changes result from additional grain growth.Comment: 31 pages, 17 figures, and 3 tables; accepted for publication in Ap

    Whole exome and targeted deep sequencing identify genome-wide allelic loss and frequent SETDB1 mutations in malignant pleural mesotheliomas.

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    Malignant pleural mesothelioma (MPM), a rare malignancy with a poor prognosis, is mainly caused by exposure to asbestos or other organic fibers, but the underlying genetic mechanism is not fully understood. Genetic alterations and causes for multiple primary cancer development including MPM are unknown. We used whole exome sequencing to identify somatic mutations in a patient with MPM and two additional primary cancers who had no evidence of venous, arterial, lymphovascular, or perineural invasion indicating dissemination of a primary lung cancer to the pleura. We found that the MPM had R282W, a key TP53 mutation, and genome-wide allelic loss or loss of heterozygosity, a distinct genomic alteration not previously described in MPM. We identified frequent inactivating SETDB1 mutations in this patient and in 68 additional MPM patients (mutation frequency: 10%, 7/69) by targeted deep sequencing. Our observations suggest the possibility of a new genetic mechanism in the development of either MPM or multiple primary cancers. The frequent SETDB1 inactivating mutations suggest there could be new diagnostic or therapeutic options for MPM

    Assessment of changes in lipid profile and related enzymes in children with asthma

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    Purpose: To investigate the influence of the lipid profile and related parameters on the development of asthma in children aged 10 to 15 years.Methods: Peripheral blood samples were collected from a group diagnosed with asthma as well as from a healthy control group. The lipid profile parameters measured were total cholesterol (TC), triglycerides (TG), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL), high-density lipoprotein (HDL), serum total antioxidant capacity (TAC), reduced glutathione (GSH), and malondialdehyde (MDA), and the activities of lecithin–cholesterol acyltransferase (LCAT) and cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP).Results: TC, TG, LDL, and VLDL levels were significantly (p ≤ 0.05) higher in the asthma group compared with the controls, while HDL level was lower. Total TAC and GSH were lower in the asthma group, while MDA level, and LCAT and CETP activities were higher.Conclusion: There is a link between an elevated lipid profile and increased antioxidant capacity in asthmatic children

    Retinal detachment in a boy with Gaucher disease

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    Synthesis, Structural Characterization, Hirschfeld Surface Analysis and Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction of Yb(III) Complex with 4-Aacetylphenoxyacetic Acid and 1,10-Phenanthroline Ligands

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    A new nine-coordinated Yb(III) complex [YbL3(Phen)] (1) (HL = 2-(4-acetylphenoxy)acetic acid (APA), Phen = 1,10-phenanthroline) was synthesized with 2-(4-acetylphenoxy)acetic acid, YbCl3.6H2O, NaOH and 1,10-phenanthroline as materials. Complex (1) was characterized by IR and X-ray single-crystal diffraction analysis. The results show that the Yb(III) ion is nine-coordinated with seven carboxylate oxygen atoms from five different deprotonated APA ligands and two nitrogen atoms from one Phen ligand. Complex (1) forms a 3D supramolecular framework through the - stacking interactions between the Phen aromatic rings. The hirschfeld surface analysis of complex (1) was also calculated. The CO2 photoconversion activity of complex (1) has been performed under UV-vis light irradiation. The complex (1) shows good photocatalytic activity with the yield of CO is closed to 146 mmol/g after three hours of UV-vis light irradiation, the CO selectivity has reached to 97.9%. Copyright © 2023 by Authors, Published by BCREC Group. This is an open access article under the CC BY-SA License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)

    The Relationship between Brown Adipose Tissue Activity and Neoplastic Status: an 18F-FDG PET/CT Study in the Tropics

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    <p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Brown adipose tissue (BAT) has thermogenic potential. For its activation, cold exposure is considered a critical factor though other determinants have also been reported. The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between neoplastic status and BAT activity by 2-deoxy-2-[18F]fluoro-D-glucose (<sup>18</sup>F-FDG) positron emission tomography/computed tomography (PET/CT) in people living in the tropics, where the influence of outdoor temperature was low.</p> <p>Methods</p> <p><sup>18</sup>F-FDG PET/CT scans were reviewed and the total metabolic activity (TMA) of identified activated BAT quantified. The distribution and TMA of activated BAT were compared between patients with and without a cancer history. The neoplastic status of patients was scored according to their cancer history and <sup>18</sup>F-FDG PET/CT findings. We evaluated the relationships between the TMA of BAT and neoplastic status along with other factors: age, body mass index, fasting blood sugar, gender, and outdoor temperature.</p> <p>Results</p> <p>Thirty of 1740 patients had activated BAT. Those with a cancer history had wider BAT distribution (<it>p </it>= 0.043) and a higher TMA (<it>p </it>= 0.028) than those without. A higher neoplastic status score was associated with a higher average TMA. Multivariate analyses showed that neoplastic status was the only factor significantly associated with the TMA of activated BAT (<it>p </it>= 0.016).</p> <p>Conclusions</p> <p>Neoplastic status is a critical determinant of BAT activity in patients living in the tropics. More active neoplastic status was associated with more vigorous TMA of BAT.</p

    GAMBARAN HISTOLOGIS OTOT PAHA BELAKANG RN(MUSCULUS GLUTEOBICEPS) SAPI PADA KONDISI RNSEGAR, DINGIN, DAN BEKU

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    ABSTRAKPutri Damayanti. Gambaran Histologis Otot Paha Belakang (Musculus gluteobiceps) Sapi pada Kondisi Segar, Dingin, dan Beku (dibawah bimbingan Razali dan Cut Dahlia Iskandar).Penelitian ini bertujuan mengamati dan membandingkan gambaran histologis otot bagian paha belakang (M. gluteobiceps) sapi pada kondisi segar, penyimpanan dingin dan penyimpanan beku. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Laboratorium Histologi Fakultas Kedokteran Hewan Universitas Syiah Kuala. Dengan menggunakan Rancangan Acak Lengkap (RAL), penelitian ini menggunakan 150 gram daging paha (M. gluteobiceps) yang dibagi kedalam 3 kelompok perlakuan masing-masing sebanyak 50 gram. Kelompok I dibiarkan selama 2, 4, 6, 8, dan 10 jam pada kondisi kamar, kelompok II didinginkan pada 4oC selama 1, 2, 3, 4, dan 5 hari, dan kelompok III daging dibekukan selama 4, 8, 12, 16, dan 20 hari pada -4-00C. Selama waktu penyimpanan diamati gambaran histologis untuk membandingkan ukuran jarak antar serabut otot. Hasil anava satu arah menunjukkan bahwa jarak antar serabut otot paling besar terdapat pada daging beku (PBanda Ace

    Laboratório de indicadores de Governança Pública: uma proposta para mensurar a efetividade dos gastos na Segurança Pública Municipal

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    Anais do 35º Seminário de Extensão Universitária da Região Sul - Área temática: EducaçãoPressões por maior transparência e accountability tem sido o mote de muitas mudanças no setor público. No entanto, parece existir uma dificuldade de colocar tais conceitos em prática na área de segurança pública. Este trabalho apresenta algumas iniciativas do Laboratório de Indicadores de Governança Pública, do CESFI-UDESC, na criação de indicadores de efetividade dos gastos dos municípios do Estado de Santa Catarina, em segurança pública. São apresentados no trabalho o que foi feito até o momento e quais os desafios na mensuração das ações de políticas públicas para esta ár
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