The Metal Stable Isotope Geochemistry Laboratory(MSIGL)at the University of Science and Technology of China has developed state-of-the-art analytical methods for twelve stable isotope systems,including Mg,Si,V,Fe,Cu,Z...The Metal Stable Isotope Geochemistry Laboratory(MSIGL)at the University of Science and Technology of China has developed state-of-the-art analytical methods for twelve stable isotope systems,including Mg,Si,V,Fe,Cu,Zn,Rb,Sr,Ag,Cd,Ba,and U.Geological and biological samples were first digested by acid dissolution or alkali dissolution.The target element was subsequently purified by the column chromatography method.A Neptune Plus MC-ICP-MS was used to measure isotope compositions and the isotope bias caused during measurements was calibrated by standard bracketing and/or the double spike method.The analytical procedure was carefully checked to ensure the high precision and accuracy of the data.Here,we summarized the protocol of these established methods and compiled the standard data measured at our lab as well as those reported in literature.This comprehensive dataset can serve as a reliable benchmark for calibration,method validation,and quality assurance in metal stable isotope analyses.展开更多
Biomarker and stable carbon isotope analyses are presented for the Garau Formation of the Cretaceous Age,an important source rock in western Iran,to reveal its potential as an oilprone source rock.The C_(28)/C_(29)ste...Biomarker and stable carbon isotope analyses are presented for the Garau Formation of the Cretaceous Age,an important source rock in western Iran,to reveal its potential as an oilprone source rock.The C_(28)/C_(29)sterane ratio value range(0.72 to 0.83)of bitumen samples from the formation suggests that they were likely formed during phytoplankton blooms.Sterane,hopane,and isoprenoid/n-alkane ratios indicate that the formation's organic matter predominantly consists of algae,and bacteria,accompanied by some reworked material derived from higher plants.Due to the predominance of anoxic conditions and the actions of sulfate-reducing bacteria,the bitumen present is enriched with sulfur compounds.The percentages of saturates,aromatics,and nitrogen-sulfuroxygen(NSO)fractions in the bitumen samples classify them as naphthenic oils.Isotope analysis reveals that biodegradation and water-washing have reduced the concentrations of some volatile saturates and low molecular weight aromatics in the bitumen samples.These actions have resulted in distinctiveδ^(13)C values for the formation's kerogen and bitumen fractions.The formation's organic matter has been subjected to high-temperature thermal regimes and has entered the oil-generation window at the sampled localities,with vitrinite reflectance(%R_(C))varying between 0.7%and 0.75%.展开更多
Despite the promising progress in conductive hydrogels made with pure conducting polymer,great challenges remain in the interface adhesion and robustness in longterm monitoring.To address these challenges,Prof.Seung H...Despite the promising progress in conductive hydrogels made with pure conducting polymer,great challenges remain in the interface adhesion and robustness in longterm monitoring.To address these challenges,Prof.Seung Hwan Ko and Taek-Soo Kim’s team introduced a laserinduced phase separation and adhesion method for fabricating conductive hydrogels consisting of pure poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):polystyrene sulfonate on polymer substrates.The laser-induced phase separation and adhesion treated conducting polymers can be selectively transformed into conductive hydrogels that exhibit wet conductivities of 101.4 S cm^(−1) with a spatial resolution down to 5μm.Moreover,they maintain impedance and charge-storage capacity even after 1 h of sonication.The micropatterned electrode arrays demonstrate their potential in long-term in vivo signal recordings,highlighting their promising role in the field of bioelectronics.展开更多
In this paper,we study the Bowen entropy of stable sets in positive entropy G-system of amenable group actions.The lower bound of the Bowen entropy of these sets are estimated.
In many places across the globe,including the Wassa District of Ghana,groundwater provides a significant supply of water for various purposes.Understanding the groundwater origin and hydrogeochemical processes control...In many places across the globe,including the Wassa District of Ghana,groundwater provides a significant supply of water for various purposes.Understanding the groundwater origin and hydrogeochemical processes controlling the groundwater chemistry is a major step in the sustainable management of the aquifers.A total of 29groundwater samples were collected and analysed.Ionic ratio graphs,multivariate statistical analysis,mineral saturation indices,stable isotopes,and geostatistics methods were used to examine the sources and the quality of the groundwater.The findings describe the water types in the district as Ca-Mg-HCO_(3)-Cl,Ca-Na-HCO_(3),Na-Ca-HCO_(3),Ca-Na-HCO_(3)-Cl,Na-Ca-HCO_(3)-Cl,mix water type,NaHCO_(3)-Cl,with possible evolution to Ca-Na-Cl-HCO_(3),and Na-Ca-Cl-HCO_(3).According to the IEWQI for drinking water,around 53.6% of the samples have good quality,whereas 10.7% have very low-quality groundwater.Only 3.45% of the samples are suitable to use for irrigation without treatment,whereas 41.4% are somewhat safe with minimal treatment.Water-rock interactions,including the dissolution and weathering of silicate minerals,cation exchange processes,and human activities like mining andquarrying,are some of the main factors influencing groundwater chemistry.Principal component analysis revealed that groundwater chemistry is influenced by a combination of natural and anthropogenic sources.The APCs-MLR receptor model quantifies the factors that play important roles in groundwater salinization,including mineral dissolution and weathering(19.4%),localised Cd(16%),Ni(14.6%),Pb(12.8%),and Fe(11.4%)contamination from urbanisation while unidentified sources of pollution account for about 26.0%.The stable isotopes revealed groundwater is of meteoric origin and water-rock interaction the major mechanism for groundwater mineralization.The results of this research highlight the need of implementing an integrated strategy for managing and accessing groundwater quality.展开更多
针对现有无数据模型窃取攻击技术在有限的查询预算下难以拟合原始训练集分布,进而影响对目标模型决策边界拟合效果问题,提出了一种基于Stable Diffusion的模型窃取攻击方法(Model Extraction Attack Based on Stable Diffusion,MEASD)....针对现有无数据模型窃取攻击技术在有限的查询预算下难以拟合原始训练集分布,进而影响对目标模型决策边界拟合效果问题,提出了一种基于Stable Diffusion的模型窃取攻击方法(Model Extraction Attack Based on Stable Diffusion,MEASD).利用预训练的Stable Diffusion生成训练数据可能涵盖多个域,并包含大量非判别性样本,设计了ILAF方法以优化Stable Diffusion生成的数据品质.将高质量合成数据的原始样本与由对抗样本生成器生成的对抗样本组成替代训练集.由DPA模块组合的替代模型基于替代训练集拟合目标模型的决策边界.实验结果表明,在四个主流的基准数据集上与EBFA和DMEAE方法相比,所提的MEASD方法能够将目标模型决策边界的拟合程度提高至84%,对目标模型的黑盒对抗攻击成功率超过68%,并且查询预算较低.MEASD方法能够有效地提升目标模型决策边界拟合效果及攻击成功率.展开更多
Scintillator is a key material for the development of X-ray detectors,which has a promising application in medical imaging,security inspection and industrial non-injury detection.The majority of scintillators currentl...Scintillator is a key material for the development of X-ray detectors,which has a promising application in medical imaging,security inspection and industrial non-injury detection.The majority of scintillators currently used in imaging are real-time imaging scintillators,which can cause ionization radiation damage to biological subjects or detection equipment during the imaging process and require complex,highly sensitive detection systems.Therefore,exploring stable,environmentally friendly scintillator materials that can achieve delayed imaging is of significance in the field of imaging.Herein,we devel-oped an X-ray time-lapse imaging scintillator,Sr_(2)Al_(6)O_(11):Dy^(3+)phosphor,which generates stable traps by X-ray irradiation,thus endowing it with excellent persistent luminescence and information storage properties(>42 d).Moreover,traps constructed by X-ray can be repeatedly refilled(>40 times)under UV light and carriers are released in theform of mechanical or thermal excitation when refilling is complete.By constructing the traps in the phosphor during X-ray excitation and using it for repetitive imaging,the detection limit is 74.78 nGy/s,and the spatial imaging resolution is as high as 16 lp/mm.This discovery providesa new idea for the development oftime-delayed X-ray scintillator.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate the effectiveness of continuous nursing interventions in elderly patients with COPD in the stable phase and frailty.Methods:Sixty elderly patients with COPD in the stable phase and frailty,treate...Objective:To evaluate the effectiveness of continuous nursing interventions in elderly patients with COPD in the stable phase and frailty.Methods:Sixty elderly patients with COPD in the stable phase and frailty,treated between January 2024 and August 2024,were selected as the study subjects.Patients were randomly divided into two groups(30 each)using a drawing method.Patients who drew a black token were assigned to the intervention group and received continuous nursing interventions,while those who drew a red token were assigned to the nursing group and received standard nursing care.The quality of care between the groups was compared.Results:Pulmonary function indicators in the intervention group were significantly better than those in the nursing group(P<0.05).Immune function in the intervention group was also significantly higher than in the nursing group(P<0.05).Before the intervention,there was no significant difference in self-care ability between the two groups(P>0.05).However,post-intervention,both groups showed improved self-care abilities,with the intervention group scoring significantly higher than the nursing group(P<0.05).Similarly,before the intervention,there was no significant difference in quality-of-life scores(P>0.05),but post-intervention,both groups exhibited increased scores,with the intervention group outperforming the nursing group significantly(P<0.05).Conclusion:Continuous nursing interventions significantly improve outcomes in elderly patients with COPD in the stable phase and frailty,warranting broader implementation.展开更多
As an important grain and oil crop,soybean occupies an important position in China s agricultural production.High quality and stable yield of spring soybean is of great significance for ensuring food security and incr...As an important grain and oil crop,soybean occupies an important position in China s agricultural production.High quality and stable yield of spring soybean is of great significance for ensuring food security and increasing farmers income.Based on the planting experience and scientific research achievements in many regions,this paper systematically expounded a series of cultivation techniques of spring soybean with high quality and high yield from variety selection,preparation before sowing,sowing techniques,field management to disease and pest control and harvest and storage,aiming to provide scientific and comprehensive guidance for soybean growers and promote the development of soybean industry.展开更多
This paper proposed a new libration decoupling analytical speed function(LD-ASF)in lieu of the classic analytical speed function to control the climber's speed along a partial space elevator to improve libration s...This paper proposed a new libration decoupling analytical speed function(LD-ASF)in lieu of the classic analytical speed function to control the climber's speed along a partial space elevator to improve libration stability in cargo transportation.The LD-ASF is further optimized for payload transportation efficiency by a novel coordinate game theory to balance competing control objectives among payload transport speed,stable end body's libration,and overall control input via model predictive control.The transfer period is divided into several sections to reduce computational burden.The validity and efficacy of the proposed LD-ASF and coordinate game-based model predictive control are demonstrated by computer simulation.Numerical results reveal that the optimized LD-ASF results in higher transportation speed,stable end body's libration,lower thrust fuel consumption,and more flexible optimization space than the classic analytical speed function.展开更多
The safety and performance of lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)largely depend on the structural design and performance characteristics of the separator.Commercial polyolefin separators suffer from problems such as poor ther...The safety and performance of lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)largely depend on the structural design and performance characteristics of the separator.Commercial polyolefin separators suffer from problems such as poor thermal stability,insufficient porosity,and inferior electrolyte wettability,which not only easily lead to battery safety issues but also significantly affect the ionic conductivity and energy density of the batteries.Herein,we have designed a facile,efficient and controllable methodology to develop a high-porosity poly(m-phenylene isophthalamide)(PMIA)separator with both excellent wettability and superior thermal resistance by a vapor-induced phase separation technique.Specifically,the PMIA separator undergoes a thermal shrinkage of less than 1%even after being treated at 200℃ for one hour,which greatly enhances the thermal safety of the battery.In addition,a continuous and interconnected high-porosity structure(porosity of 69%)is formed by utilizing a stable and controllable solvent exchange rate,thereby constructing abundant channels for the transportation of ions within the battery.Moreover,the amide groups in the PMIA molecular structure further confer the separator with excellent wettability,enabling it to possess outstanding electrolyte absorption capacity(electrolyte absorption rate of 270%).As a result,the Li||LFP full cell with PMIA separator exhibits excellent capacity and cycling stability,maintaining a reversible specific capacity of 105.6 mAh g^(-1)after 600 cycles at 5 C.And Li||NCM811 full cell with PMIA separator show no significant degradation(168.1 mAh g^(-1)at 0.5 C)after long-cycle at high temperature.These results indicate the potential of the PMIA separator for high thermal stability and high energy battery,and the scalability of this technology also provides new ideas and directions for the preparation of separators with superior comprehensive performance.展开更多
基金the National Science Foundation of China(Nos.42273007 and 42473008)the Distinguished Young Scholars of Anhui,China(No.2408085J021)。
文摘The Metal Stable Isotope Geochemistry Laboratory(MSIGL)at the University of Science and Technology of China has developed state-of-the-art analytical methods for twelve stable isotope systems,including Mg,Si,V,Fe,Cu,Zn,Rb,Sr,Ag,Cd,Ba,and U.Geological and biological samples were first digested by acid dissolution or alkali dissolution.The target element was subsequently purified by the column chromatography method.A Neptune Plus MC-ICP-MS was used to measure isotope compositions and the isotope bias caused during measurements was calibrated by standard bracketing and/or the double spike method.The analytical procedure was carefully checked to ensure the high precision and accuracy of the data.Here,we summarized the protocol of these established methods and compiled the standard data measured at our lab as well as those reported in literature.This comprehensive dataset can serve as a reliable benchmark for calibration,method validation,and quality assurance in metal stable isotope analyses.
文摘Biomarker and stable carbon isotope analyses are presented for the Garau Formation of the Cretaceous Age,an important source rock in western Iran,to reveal its potential as an oilprone source rock.The C_(28)/C_(29)sterane ratio value range(0.72 to 0.83)of bitumen samples from the formation suggests that they were likely formed during phytoplankton blooms.Sterane,hopane,and isoprenoid/n-alkane ratios indicate that the formation's organic matter predominantly consists of algae,and bacteria,accompanied by some reworked material derived from higher plants.Due to the predominance of anoxic conditions and the actions of sulfate-reducing bacteria,the bitumen present is enriched with sulfur compounds.The percentages of saturates,aromatics,and nitrogen-sulfuroxygen(NSO)fractions in the bitumen samples classify them as naphthenic oils.Isotope analysis reveals that biodegradation and water-washing have reduced the concentrations of some volatile saturates and low molecular weight aromatics in the bitumen samples.These actions have resulted in distinctiveδ^(13)C values for the formation's kerogen and bitumen fractions.The formation's organic matter has been subjected to high-temperature thermal regimes and has entered the oil-generation window at the sampled localities,with vitrinite reflectance(%R_(C))varying between 0.7%and 0.75%.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52475610)Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(LDQ24E050001).
文摘Despite the promising progress in conductive hydrogels made with pure conducting polymer,great challenges remain in the interface adhesion and robustness in longterm monitoring.To address these challenges,Prof.Seung Hwan Ko and Taek-Soo Kim’s team introduced a laserinduced phase separation and adhesion method for fabricating conductive hydrogels consisting of pure poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):polystyrene sulfonate on polymer substrates.The laser-induced phase separation and adhesion treated conducting polymers can be selectively transformed into conductive hydrogels that exhibit wet conductivities of 101.4 S cm^(−1) with a spatial resolution down to 5μm.Moreover,they maintain impedance and charge-storage capacity even after 1 h of sonication.The micropatterned electrode arrays demonstrate their potential in long-term in vivo signal recordings,highlighting their promising role in the field of bioelectronics.
基金Supported by NSFC(No.11861010),also supported by NSFC(No.12171175),also supported by NSFC(No.12261006)NSF of Guangxi Province(No.2018GXNSFFA281008)Project of Guangxi First Class Disciplines of Statistics(No.GJKY-2022-01)。
文摘In this paper,we study the Bowen entropy of stable sets in positive entropy G-system of amenable group actions.The lower bound of the Bowen entropy of these sets are estimated.
文摘In many places across the globe,including the Wassa District of Ghana,groundwater provides a significant supply of water for various purposes.Understanding the groundwater origin and hydrogeochemical processes controlling the groundwater chemistry is a major step in the sustainable management of the aquifers.A total of 29groundwater samples were collected and analysed.Ionic ratio graphs,multivariate statistical analysis,mineral saturation indices,stable isotopes,and geostatistics methods were used to examine the sources and the quality of the groundwater.The findings describe the water types in the district as Ca-Mg-HCO_(3)-Cl,Ca-Na-HCO_(3),Na-Ca-HCO_(3),Ca-Na-HCO_(3)-Cl,Na-Ca-HCO_(3)-Cl,mix water type,NaHCO_(3)-Cl,with possible evolution to Ca-Na-Cl-HCO_(3),and Na-Ca-Cl-HCO_(3).According to the IEWQI for drinking water,around 53.6% of the samples have good quality,whereas 10.7% have very low-quality groundwater.Only 3.45% of the samples are suitable to use for irrigation without treatment,whereas 41.4% are somewhat safe with minimal treatment.Water-rock interactions,including the dissolution and weathering of silicate minerals,cation exchange processes,and human activities like mining andquarrying,are some of the main factors influencing groundwater chemistry.Principal component analysis revealed that groundwater chemistry is influenced by a combination of natural and anthropogenic sources.The APCs-MLR receptor model quantifies the factors that play important roles in groundwater salinization,including mineral dissolution and weathering(19.4%),localised Cd(16%),Ni(14.6%),Pb(12.8%),and Fe(11.4%)contamination from urbanisation while unidentified sources of pollution account for about 26.0%.The stable isotopes revealed groundwater is of meteoric origin and water-rock interaction the major mechanism for groundwater mineralization.The results of this research highlight the need of implementing an integrated strategy for managing and accessing groundwater quality.
文摘针对现有无数据模型窃取攻击技术在有限的查询预算下难以拟合原始训练集分布,进而影响对目标模型决策边界拟合效果问题,提出了一种基于Stable Diffusion的模型窃取攻击方法(Model Extraction Attack Based on Stable Diffusion,MEASD).利用预训练的Stable Diffusion生成训练数据可能涵盖多个域,并包含大量非判别性样本,设计了ILAF方法以优化Stable Diffusion生成的数据品质.将高质量合成数据的原始样本与由对抗样本生成器生成的对抗样本组成替代训练集.由DPA模块组合的替代模型基于替代训练集拟合目标模型的决策边界.实验结果表明,在四个主流的基准数据集上与EBFA和DMEAE方法相比,所提的MEASD方法能够将目标模型决策边界的拟合程度提高至84%,对目标模型的黑盒对抗攻击成功率超过68%,并且查询预算较低.MEASD方法能够有效地提升目标模型决策边界拟合效果及攻击成功率.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(12364044)Yunnan Major Scientific and Technological Projects(202202AG050004,202202AG050016,202302AQ370003)+1 种基金the International Joint Innovation Platform of Yunnan Province(202203AP140004)the Outstanding Youth Project of Yunnan Province Applied Basic Research Project(202401AV070012).
文摘Scintillator is a key material for the development of X-ray detectors,which has a promising application in medical imaging,security inspection and industrial non-injury detection.The majority of scintillators currently used in imaging are real-time imaging scintillators,which can cause ionization radiation damage to biological subjects or detection equipment during the imaging process and require complex,highly sensitive detection systems.Therefore,exploring stable,environmentally friendly scintillator materials that can achieve delayed imaging is of significance in the field of imaging.Herein,we devel-oped an X-ray time-lapse imaging scintillator,Sr_(2)Al_(6)O_(11):Dy^(3+)phosphor,which generates stable traps by X-ray irradiation,thus endowing it with excellent persistent luminescence and information storage properties(>42 d).Moreover,traps constructed by X-ray can be repeatedly refilled(>40 times)under UV light and carriers are released in theform of mechanical or thermal excitation when refilling is complete.By constructing the traps in the phosphor during X-ray excitation and using it for repetitive imaging,the detection limit is 74.78 nGy/s,and the spatial imaging resolution is as high as 16 lp/mm.This discovery providesa new idea for the development oftime-delayed X-ray scintillator.
文摘Objective:To evaluate the effectiveness of continuous nursing interventions in elderly patients with COPD in the stable phase and frailty.Methods:Sixty elderly patients with COPD in the stable phase and frailty,treated between January 2024 and August 2024,were selected as the study subjects.Patients were randomly divided into two groups(30 each)using a drawing method.Patients who drew a black token were assigned to the intervention group and received continuous nursing interventions,while those who drew a red token were assigned to the nursing group and received standard nursing care.The quality of care between the groups was compared.Results:Pulmonary function indicators in the intervention group were significantly better than those in the nursing group(P<0.05).Immune function in the intervention group was also significantly higher than in the nursing group(P<0.05).Before the intervention,there was no significant difference in self-care ability between the two groups(P>0.05).However,post-intervention,both groups showed improved self-care abilities,with the intervention group scoring significantly higher than the nursing group(P<0.05).Similarly,before the intervention,there was no significant difference in quality-of-life scores(P>0.05),but post-intervention,both groups exhibited increased scores,with the intervention group outperforming the nursing group significantly(P<0.05).Conclusion:Continuous nursing interventions significantly improve outcomes in elderly patients with COPD in the stable phase and frailty,warranting broader implementation.
基金Supported by Special Project for the Construction of the National Modern Agricultural Industry Technology System(CARS-04-CES16).
文摘As an important grain and oil crop,soybean occupies an important position in China s agricultural production.High quality and stable yield of spring soybean is of great significance for ensuring food security and increasing farmers income.Based on the planting experience and scientific research achievements in many regions,this paper systematically expounded a series of cultivation techniques of spring soybean with high quality and high yield from variety selection,preparation before sowing,sowing techniques,field management to disease and pest control and harvest and storage,aiming to provide scientific and comprehensive guidance for soybean growers and promote the development of soybean industry.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(12102487)Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation of Guangdong Province,China(2023A1515012339)+1 种基金Shenzhen Science and Technology Program(ZDSYS20210623091808026)the Discovery Grant(RGPIN-2024-06290)of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada。
文摘This paper proposed a new libration decoupling analytical speed function(LD-ASF)in lieu of the classic analytical speed function to control the climber's speed along a partial space elevator to improve libration stability in cargo transportation.The LD-ASF is further optimized for payload transportation efficiency by a novel coordinate game theory to balance competing control objectives among payload transport speed,stable end body's libration,and overall control input via model predictive control.The transfer period is divided into several sections to reduce computational burden.The validity and efficacy of the proposed LD-ASF and coordinate game-based model predictive control are demonstrated by computer simulation.Numerical results reveal that the optimized LD-ASF results in higher transportation speed,stable end body's libration,lower thrust fuel consumption,and more flexible optimization space than the classic analytical speed function.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52273059,52403046)the Science and Technology Plans of Tianjin(22JCYBJC01030)+1 种基金the Tianjin Research Innovation Project for Postgraduate Students(2022BKY145)partially supported by financial contributions from Yantai Tayho Advanced Materials Co.,Ltd。
文摘The safety and performance of lithium-ion batteries(LIBs)largely depend on the structural design and performance characteristics of the separator.Commercial polyolefin separators suffer from problems such as poor thermal stability,insufficient porosity,and inferior electrolyte wettability,which not only easily lead to battery safety issues but also significantly affect the ionic conductivity and energy density of the batteries.Herein,we have designed a facile,efficient and controllable methodology to develop a high-porosity poly(m-phenylene isophthalamide)(PMIA)separator with both excellent wettability and superior thermal resistance by a vapor-induced phase separation technique.Specifically,the PMIA separator undergoes a thermal shrinkage of less than 1%even after being treated at 200℃ for one hour,which greatly enhances the thermal safety of the battery.In addition,a continuous and interconnected high-porosity structure(porosity of 69%)is formed by utilizing a stable and controllable solvent exchange rate,thereby constructing abundant channels for the transportation of ions within the battery.Moreover,the amide groups in the PMIA molecular structure further confer the separator with excellent wettability,enabling it to possess outstanding electrolyte absorption capacity(electrolyte absorption rate of 270%).As a result,the Li||LFP full cell with PMIA separator exhibits excellent capacity and cycling stability,maintaining a reversible specific capacity of 105.6 mAh g^(-1)after 600 cycles at 5 C.And Li||NCM811 full cell with PMIA separator show no significant degradation(168.1 mAh g^(-1)at 0.5 C)after long-cycle at high temperature.These results indicate the potential of the PMIA separator for high thermal stability and high energy battery,and the scalability of this technology also provides new ideas and directions for the preparation of separators with superior comprehensive performance.
