A total of 26 leptospirosis cases occurred in the outbreak, of whom six died after hospitalization. All 26 patients were clinically diagnosed as leptospirosis Microscopic agglutination test （MAT） revealed that 13 of...A total of 26 leptospirosis cases occurred in the outbreak, of whom six died after hospitalization. All 26 patients were clinically diagnosed as leptospirosis Microscopic agglutination test （MAT） revealed that 13 of 26 patients were affected with laboratory confirmed leptospirosis. Furthermore, MAT data suggested that serogroup Icterohaemorrhagiae were the main pathogens responsible for this outbreak. And the rainfall data suggested that the increased rainfall might be responsible for the leptospirosis outbreak in Lezhi County. This outbreak has reminded us that leptospirosis should not be neglected, especially during flood season, although its incidence rate is low.展开更多
In this paper, we first give the definition of possibly non-unital function system, which is a characterization of the self-adjoint subspace of the space of continuous functions on a compact Hausdorff space with the i...In this paper, we first give the definition of possibly non-unital function system, which is a characterization of the self-adjoint subspace of the space of continuous functions on a compact Hausdorff space with the induced order and norm structure. Similar to operator system case, we define the unitalization of a possibly non-unital function system. Then we construct two possibly non-unital operator system structures on a given possibly non-unital function system, which are the analogues of minimal and maximal operator spaces on a normed space. These two structures have many interesting relations with the minimal and maximal operator system structures on a given function system.展开更多
To the Editor:Generalized pustular psoriasis(GPP)is a rare,life-threatening skin disease characterized by recurrent episodes of pustulation.Apremilast,a phosphodiesterase 4(PDE4)inhibitor,is a relatively new drug for ...To the Editor:Generalized pustular psoriasis(GPP)is a rare,life-threatening skin disease characterized by recurrent episodes of pustulation.Apremilast,a phosphodiesterase 4(PDE4)inhibitor,is a relatively new drug for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.Herein,we reported a patient of recurrent GPP possibly triggered by apremilast.展开更多
2024年日本机床展览会(JIMTOF2024)于2024年11月5~10日在东京Tokyo Big Sight举办,展出面积118540平方米。展会以“技术传承提供无限可能(Technologies passed down to the future offer unlimited possibilities)”为主题。
The dramatic rise in the number of people living in cities has made many environmental and social problems worse.The search for a productive method for disposing of solid waste is the most notable of these problems.Ma...The dramatic rise in the number of people living in cities has made many environmental and social problems worse.The search for a productive method for disposing of solid waste is the most notable of these problems.Many scholars have referred to it as a fuzzy multi-attribute or multi-criteria decision-making problem using various fuzzy set-like approaches because of the inclusion of criteria and anticipated ambiguity.The goal of the current study is to use an innovative methodology to address the expected uncertainties in the problem of solid waste site selection.The characteristics(or sub-attributes)that decision-makers select and the degree of approximation they accept for various options can both be indicators of these uncertainties.To tackle these problems,a novel mathematical structure known as the fuzzy parameterized possibility single valued neutrosophic hypersoft expert set(ρˆ-set),which is initially described,is integrated with a modified version of Sanchez’s method.Following this,an intelligent algorithm is suggested.The steps of the suggested algorithm are explained with an example that explains itself.The compatibility of solid waste management sites and systems is discussed,and rankings are established along with detailed justifications for their viability.This study’s strengths lie in its application of fuzzy parameterization and possibility grading to effectively handle the uncertainties embodied in the parameters’nature and alternative approximations,respectively.It uses specific mathematical formulations to compute the fuzzy parameterized degrees and possibility grades that are missing from the prior literature.It is simpler for the decisionmakers to look at each option separately because the decision is uncertain.Comparing the computed results,it is discovered that they are consistent and dependable because of their preferred properties.展开更多
Pre-reading What is a Deepfake,and how is it created?What are Deepfakes?A Deepfake is a video,image or audio clip that has been created using artificial intelligence.The idea is to make it as realistic as possible.
The German philosopher Walter Benjamin,who died attempting to cross a border to escape persecution,described both the impossibility and the possibilities of translation[1].The impossibility is implicit in the very tit...The German philosopher Walter Benjamin,who died attempting to cross a border to escape persecution,described both the impossibility and the possibilities of translation[1].The impossibility is implicit in the very title of Benjamin's essay,Die Aufgabe desÜbersetzers.The German word Aufgabe can mean"task"or"endeavor"but also a"giving up"or"surrender."展开更多
Wind turbines are continuously exposed to harsh environmental and operational conditions throughout their lifetime,leading to the gradual degradation of their components.If left unaddressed,these degraded components c...Wind turbines are continuously exposed to harsh environmental and operational conditions throughout their lifetime,leading to the gradual degradation of their components.If left unaddressed,these degraded components can adversely affect turbine performance and significantly increase the likelihood of failure.As degradation progresses,the risk of failure escalates,making it essential to implement appropriate risk control measures.One effective risk control method involves performing inspection and monitoring activities that provide valuable insights into the condition of the structure,enabling the formulation of appropriate maintenance strategies based on accurate assessments.Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition(SCADA)systems offer low-resolution condition monitoring data that can be used for fault detection,diagnosis,quantification,prognosis,and maintenance planning.One commonly used method involves predicting power generation using SCADA data and comparing it against measured power generation.Significant discrepancies between predicted and measured values can indicate suboptimal operation,natural aging,or unnatural faults.Various predictive models,including parametric and non-parametric(statistical)approaches,have been proposed for estimating power generation.However,the imperfect nature of these models introduces uncertainties in the predicted power output.Additionally,SCADA monitoring data is prone to uncertainties arising from various sources.The presence of uncertainties from these two sources-imperfect predictive models and imperfect SCADA data-introduces uncertainty in the predicted power generation.This uncertainty complicates the process of determining whether discrepancies between measured and predicted values are significant enough to warrant maintenance actions.Depending on the nature of uncertainty-aleatory,arising from inherent randomness,or epistemic,stemming from incomplete knowledge or limited data-different analytical approaches,like Probabilistic and Possibilistic,can be applied for effective management.Both,Probabilistic and Possibilistic,Approaches offer distinct advantages and limitations.The Possibilistic Approach,rooted in fuzzy set theory,is particularly well suited for addressing epistemic uncertainties,especially those caused by imprecision or sparse statistical information.This makes it especially relevant for applications such as wind turbines,where it is often challenging to construct accurate probability distribution functions for environmental parameters due to limited sensor data from hard-to-access locations.This research focuses on developing a methodology for identifying suboptimal operation in wind turbines by comparing Grid Produced Power(Measured Produced Power)with Predicted Produced Power.To achieve this,the paper introduces a Possibilistic Approach for power prediction that accounts for uncertainties stemming from both model imperfections and measurement errors in SCADA data.The methodology combines machine learning models,used to establish predictive relationships between environmental inputs and power output,with a Possibilistic Framework that represents uncertainty through possibility distribution functions based on fuzzy logic and interval analysis.A real-world case study using operational SCADA data demonstrates the approach,with XGBoost selected as the final predictive model due to its strong accuracy and computational efficiency.展开更多
The problem of multiple attribute decision making under fuzzy linguistic environments, in which decision makers can only provide their preferences （attribute values）in the form of trapezoid fuzzy linguistic variable...The problem of multiple attribute decision making under fuzzy linguistic environments, in which decision makers can only provide their preferences （attribute values）in the form of trapezoid fuzzy linguistic variables（TFLV）, is studied. The formula of the degree of possibility between two TFLVs is defined, and some of its characteristics are studied. Based on the degree of possibility of fuzzy linguistic variables, an approach to ranking the decision alternatives in multiple attribute decision making with TFLV is developed. The trapezoid fuzzy linguistic weighted averaging （TFLWA） operator method is utilized to aggregate the decision information, and then all the alternatives are ranked by comparing the degree of possibility of TFLV. The method can carry out linguistic computation processes easily without loss of linguistic information, and thus makes the decision results reasonable and effective. Finally, the implementation process of the proposed method is illustrated and analyzed by a practical example.展开更多
Based on the difference in severity of the disease and complications, 80 cases of acquired immune-deficiency syndrome (AIDS) accompanied with cough were divided into 2 groups: One treated by traditional Chinese medici...Based on the difference in severity of the disease and complications, 80 cases of acquired immune-deficiency syndrome (AIDS) accompanied with cough were divided into 2 groups: One treated by traditional Chinese medicine (TCM group), including 58 cases and the other treated by Integrated Chinese and Western medicine (integrated group), 22 cases. The therapeutic results show that in the TCM group there were 18 cases (31.03%) with clinical cure of the respiratory tract infection, 7 cases with therapeutic effect (12.07%) and 33 cases without any effect (56.90%), for a total rate of 43.10% therapeutic effectiveness; while in the integrated group there were 6 cases with clinical cure (27.27%), 2 cases with therapeutic effect (9.09%) and 14 cases without any effect (63.64%), the total rate of therapeutic effectiveness being 36.36%, slightly lower than in the TCM group and possibly related to greater severity of the disease or complications.展开更多
The But Thap Temple in Bac Ninh province of Viet Nam has two Chinese names,one is Ninh Phuc Temple and the other,an alternative one,Thieu Lam Temple.In the middle of17th century,the Chinese Chuyet Cong and Minh Hanh l...The But Thap Temple in Bac Ninh province of Viet Nam has two Chinese names,one is Ninh Phuc Temple and the other,an alternative one,Thieu Lam Temple.In the middle of17th century,the Chinese Chuyet Cong and Minh Hanh lived and made great contribution to its development.The temple is deeply affected by Chinese culture and the reason for its alˉternative name,the paper argues,is possible related to China’s“North Shao Lin”.展开更多
Alopecia areata is characterized bysudden loss of hair in patches from normalscalp.It may occur in patients of all ages,particularly in young adults.The etiology isunknown,possibly related to emotional orimmune factor...Alopecia areata is characterized bysudden loss of hair in patches from normalscalp.It may occur in patients of all ages,particularly in young adults.The etiology isunknown,possibly related to emotional orimmune factors.The onset is sudden,withno subjective symptoms.Several patches ofhair may fall during one night.The baldareas may be round,oval or irregular inshape,and the scalp smooth,with normalhair follicles visible.展开更多
Rosiglitazone up-regulates caveolin-1 levels and has neuroprotective effects in both chronic and acute brain injury. Therefore, we postulated that rosiglitazone may ameliorate diffuse axonal injury via its ability to ...Rosiglitazone up-regulates caveolin-1 levels and has neuroprotective effects in both chronic and acute brain injury. Therefore, we postulated that rosiglitazone may ameliorate diffuse axonal injury via its ability to up-regulate caveolin-1, inhibit expression of amyloid-beta precursor protein, and reduce the loss and abnormal phosphorylation of tau. In the present study, intraperitoneal injection of rosiglitazone significantly reduced the levels of amyloid-beta precursor protein and hyperphosphorylated tau（phosphorylated at Ser^（404）（p-tau（S^（404）））, and it increased the expression of total tau and caveolin-1 in the rat cortex. Our results show that rosiglitazone inhibits the expression of amyloid-beta precursor protein and lowers p-tau（S^（404）） levels, and it reduces the loss of total tau, possibly by up-regulating caveolin-1. These actions of rosiglitazone may underlie its neuroprotective effects in the treatment of diffuse axonal injury.展开更多
DIARRHEA Diarrhea is the frequent passage ofloose,watery stools,possibly,mixed withmucus and blood.As a common disease ofpeople above middle age,the main causes ofdiarrhea include hyperactive movement andsecretion of ...DIARRHEA Diarrhea is the frequent passage ofloose,watery stools,possibly,mixed withmucus and blood.As a common disease ofpeople above middle age,the main causes ofdiarrhea include hyperactive movement andsecretion of the intestinal tract。展开更多
The clinical and pathological records of eighty-one cases of pheochrcn ocytoma admitted to our hospital between 1960 and 1986, were reexamined. Six cases died of acute cardiac or cerebral vascular complications were a...The clinical and pathological records of eighty-one cases of pheochrcn ocytoma admitted to our hospital between 1960 and 1986, were reexamined. Six cases died of acute cardiac or cerebral vascular complications were analized and to be reported in this paper.展开更多
基金supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(30970125,81101264,and 81171587)
文摘A total of 26 leptospirosis cases occurred in the outbreak, of whom six died after hospitalization. All 26 patients were clinically diagnosed as leptospirosis Microscopic agglutination test （MAT） revealed that 13 of 26 patients were affected with laboratory confirmed leptospirosis. Furthermore, MAT data suggested that serogroup Icterohaemorrhagiae were the main pathogens responsible for this outbreak. And the rainfall data suggested that the increased rainfall might be responsible for the leptospirosis outbreak in Lezhi County. This outbreak has reminded us that leptospirosis should not be neglected, especially during flood season, although its incidence rate is low.
文摘In this paper, we first give the definition of possibly non-unital function system, which is a characterization of the self-adjoint subspace of the space of continuous functions on a compact Hausdorff space with the induced order and norm structure. Similar to operator system case, we define the unitalization of a possibly non-unital function system. Then we construct two possibly non-unital operator system structures on a given possibly non-unital function system, which are the analogues of minimal and maximal operator spaces on a normed space. These two structures have many interesting relations with the minimal and maximal operator system structures on a given function system.
基金This study was supported by grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.81773331)CAMS Initiative for Innovative Medicine(No.2017-12M-3-020).
文摘To the Editor:Generalized pustular psoriasis(GPP)is a rare,life-threatening skin disease characterized by recurrent episodes of pustulation.Apremilast,a phosphodiesterase 4(PDE4)inhibitor,is a relatively new drug for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.Herein,we reported a patient of recurrent GPP possibly triggered by apremilast.
文摘2024年日本机床展览会(JIMTOF2024)于2024年11月5~10日在东京Tokyo Big Sight举办,展出面积118540平方米。展会以“技术传承提供无限可能(Technologies passed down to the future offer unlimited possibilities)”为主题。
文摘The dramatic rise in the number of people living in cities has made many environmental and social problems worse.The search for a productive method for disposing of solid waste is the most notable of these problems.Many scholars have referred to it as a fuzzy multi-attribute or multi-criteria decision-making problem using various fuzzy set-like approaches because of the inclusion of criteria and anticipated ambiguity.The goal of the current study is to use an innovative methodology to address the expected uncertainties in the problem of solid waste site selection.The characteristics(or sub-attributes)that decision-makers select and the degree of approximation they accept for various options can both be indicators of these uncertainties.To tackle these problems,a novel mathematical structure known as the fuzzy parameterized possibility single valued neutrosophic hypersoft expert set(ρˆ-set),which is initially described,is integrated with a modified version of Sanchez’s method.Following this,an intelligent algorithm is suggested.The steps of the suggested algorithm are explained with an example that explains itself.The compatibility of solid waste management sites and systems is discussed,and rankings are established along with detailed justifications for their viability.This study’s strengths lie in its application of fuzzy parameterization and possibility grading to effectively handle the uncertainties embodied in the parameters’nature and alternative approximations,respectively.It uses specific mathematical formulations to compute the fuzzy parameterized degrees and possibility grades that are missing from the prior literature.It is simpler for the decisionmakers to look at each option separately because the decision is uncertain.Comparing the computed results,it is discovered that they are consistent and dependable because of their preferred properties.
文摘Pre-reading What is a Deepfake,and how is it created?What are Deepfakes?A Deepfake is a video,image or audio clip that has been created using artificial intelligence.The idea is to make it as realistic as possible.
文摘The German philosopher Walter Benjamin,who died attempting to cross a border to escape persecution,described both the impossibility and the possibilities of translation[1].The impossibility is implicit in the very title of Benjamin's essay,Die Aufgabe desÜbersetzers.The German word Aufgabe can mean"task"or"endeavor"but also a"giving up"or"surrender."
文摘Wind turbines are continuously exposed to harsh environmental and operational conditions throughout their lifetime,leading to the gradual degradation of their components.If left unaddressed,these degraded components can adversely affect turbine performance and significantly increase the likelihood of failure.As degradation progresses,the risk of failure escalates,making it essential to implement appropriate risk control measures.One effective risk control method involves performing inspection and monitoring activities that provide valuable insights into the condition of the structure,enabling the formulation of appropriate maintenance strategies based on accurate assessments.Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition(SCADA)systems offer low-resolution condition monitoring data that can be used for fault detection,diagnosis,quantification,prognosis,and maintenance planning.One commonly used method involves predicting power generation using SCADA data and comparing it against measured power generation.Significant discrepancies between predicted and measured values can indicate suboptimal operation,natural aging,or unnatural faults.Various predictive models,including parametric and non-parametric(statistical)approaches,have been proposed for estimating power generation.However,the imperfect nature of these models introduces uncertainties in the predicted power output.Additionally,SCADA monitoring data is prone to uncertainties arising from various sources.The presence of uncertainties from these two sources-imperfect predictive models and imperfect SCADA data-introduces uncertainty in the predicted power generation.This uncertainty complicates the process of determining whether discrepancies between measured and predicted values are significant enough to warrant maintenance actions.Depending on the nature of uncertainty-aleatory,arising from inherent randomness,or epistemic,stemming from incomplete knowledge or limited data-different analytical approaches,like Probabilistic and Possibilistic,can be applied for effective management.Both,Probabilistic and Possibilistic,Approaches offer distinct advantages and limitations.The Possibilistic Approach,rooted in fuzzy set theory,is particularly well suited for addressing epistemic uncertainties,especially those caused by imprecision or sparse statistical information.This makes it especially relevant for applications such as wind turbines,where it is often challenging to construct accurate probability distribution functions for environmental parameters due to limited sensor data from hard-to-access locations.This research focuses on developing a methodology for identifying suboptimal operation in wind turbines by comparing Grid Produced Power(Measured Produced Power)with Predicted Produced Power.To achieve this,the paper introduces a Possibilistic Approach for power prediction that accounts for uncertainties stemming from both model imperfections and measurement errors in SCADA data.The methodology combines machine learning models,used to establish predictive relationships between environmental inputs and power output,with a Possibilistic Framework that represents uncertainty through possibility distribution functions based on fuzzy logic and interval analysis.A real-world case study using operational SCADA data demonstrates the approach,with XGBoost selected as the final predictive model due to its strong accuracy and computational efficiency.
基金2008 Soft Science Program of Jiangsu Science and Technology Department (No.BR2008098)
文摘The problem of multiple attribute decision making under fuzzy linguistic environments, in which decision makers can only provide their preferences （attribute values）in the form of trapezoid fuzzy linguistic variables（TFLV）, is studied. The formula of the degree of possibility between two TFLVs is defined, and some of its characteristics are studied. Based on the degree of possibility of fuzzy linguistic variables, an approach to ranking the decision alternatives in multiple attribute decision making with TFLV is developed. The trapezoid fuzzy linguistic weighted averaging （TFLWA） operator method is utilized to aggregate the decision information, and then all the alternatives are ranked by comparing the degree of possibility of TFLV. The method can carry out linguistic computation processes easily without loss of linguistic information, and thus makes the decision results reasonable and effective. Finally, the implementation process of the proposed method is illustrated and analyzed by a practical example.
文摘Based on the difference in severity of the disease and complications, 80 cases of acquired immune-deficiency syndrome (AIDS) accompanied with cough were divided into 2 groups: One treated by traditional Chinese medicine (TCM group), including 58 cases and the other treated by Integrated Chinese and Western medicine (integrated group), 22 cases. The therapeutic results show that in the TCM group there were 18 cases (31.03%) with clinical cure of the respiratory tract infection, 7 cases with therapeutic effect (12.07%) and 33 cases without any effect (56.90%), for a total rate of 43.10% therapeutic effectiveness; while in the integrated group there were 6 cases with clinical cure (27.27%), 2 cases with therapeutic effect (9.09%) and 14 cases without any effect (63.64%), the total rate of therapeutic effectiveness being 36.36%, slightly lower than in the TCM group and possibly related to greater severity of the disease or complications.
文摘The But Thap Temple in Bac Ninh province of Viet Nam has two Chinese names,one is Ninh Phuc Temple and the other,an alternative one,Thieu Lam Temple.In the middle of17th century,the Chinese Chuyet Cong and Minh Hanh lived and made great contribution to its development.The temple is deeply affected by Chinese culture and the reason for its alˉternative name,the paper argues,is possible related to China’s“North Shao Lin”.
文摘Alopecia areata is characterized bysudden loss of hair in patches from normalscalp.It may occur in patients of all ages,particularly in young adults.The etiology isunknown,possibly related to emotional orimmune factors.The onset is sudden,withno subjective symptoms.Several patches ofhair may fall during one night.The baldareas may be round,oval or irregular inshape,and the scalp smooth,with normalhair follicles visible.
基金funded by the New Century Supporting Programs to Excellent Talents in China,No.NCET-05-0831
文摘Rosiglitazone up-regulates caveolin-1 levels and has neuroprotective effects in both chronic and acute brain injury. Therefore, we postulated that rosiglitazone may ameliorate diffuse axonal injury via its ability to up-regulate caveolin-1, inhibit expression of amyloid-beta precursor protein, and reduce the loss and abnormal phosphorylation of tau. In the present study, intraperitoneal injection of rosiglitazone significantly reduced the levels of amyloid-beta precursor protein and hyperphosphorylated tau（phosphorylated at Ser^（404）（p-tau（S^（404）））, and it increased the expression of total tau and caveolin-1 in the rat cortex. Our results show that rosiglitazone inhibits the expression of amyloid-beta precursor protein and lowers p-tau（S^（404）） levels, and it reduces the loss of total tau, possibly by up-regulating caveolin-1. These actions of rosiglitazone may underlie its neuroprotective effects in the treatment of diffuse axonal injury.
文摘DIARRHEA Diarrhea is the frequent passage ofloose,watery stools,possibly,mixed withmucus and blood.As a common disease ofpeople above middle age,the main causes ofdiarrhea include hyperactive movement andsecretion of the intestinal tract。
文摘The clinical and pathological records of eighty-one cases of pheochrcn ocytoma admitted to our hospital between 1960 and 1986, were reexamined. Six cases died of acute cardiac or cerebral vascular complications were analized and to be reported in this paper.
