Batch-in-Batch: a new adversarial training framework for initial perturbation and sample selection by Yinting Wu, Pai Peng, Bo Cai, Le Li

“…The analysis further demonstrates the efficiency and mechanisms of the proposed initial perturbation design and sample selection strategies. Finally, results concerning training time indicate that the BB framework is computational-effective, even with a relatively large m.…”
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The Effect of a Novel Training Program to Improve Trunk Stability Push Up Performance in Active Females: A Pilot Study by Kate Schwartzkopf-Phifer, Suzanne Leach, Katie Whetstone, Kevin Brown, Kyle Matsel

“…It was hypothesized that ≥60% of participants would improve their TSPU scores to ≥2 via Functional Movement Screen™ (FMS™) criteria following a novel six-week intervention program. # Study Design Pilot Cohort Study # Methods Participants were screened for pain with lumbar and shoulder clearing tests and hypermobility was assessed using Beighton scores. …”
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Modeling of masonry infilled RC frames with different aspect ratios using plastic hinge and equivalent strut by Ahmed M. El-Kholy, Sayed M. Sayed, Mohamed M. El-Assaly, Mohamed K. Ismail

“…Abstract The existence of diverse modeling approaches for masonry-infilled frames causes uncertainty among practicing engineers when seeking a definitive model for their design practice. This paper presents a practical and simple approach to modeling the masonry-infilled frames. …”
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Evaluate the stability of synthesized allicin and its reactivity with endogenous compounds in garlic by Shanshan Zhou, Xiaoying Yan, Xuguang Qiao, Zhichang Qiu, Weihe Zhu, Xiaoming Lu, Zhenjia Zheng, Bin Zhang

“…The optimized synthesis conditions of allicin (DADS:HAc = 2:9, H2O2:DADS = 2:1.6, reacted for 6.5 h) were established based on response surface design. Allicin with 92.57% purity was obtained by high-speed counter-current chromatography. …”
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Development of self-assessment scale of Public health nursing Art to enhance “Strength of Community” (PASC) by Miho Tanaka, Reiko Okamoto, Keiko Koide, Misaki Kiya

“…Aim This study developed a self-assessment scale for the Public Health Nursing Art to Enhance “Strength of Community” (PASC). Design This study was designed as confirmatory. Methods A draft of the scale was developed using the framework of Public Health Nursing Art to Enhance “Strength of Community,” and a self-administered questionnaire was mailed to full-time public health nurses working at 1245 sites, including the government offices of the prefectures and ordinance-designated cities/designated mid-level cities across Japan. …”
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Reliability of Upper Extremity Functional Performance Tests for the Non-overhead Athlete by Bryan L Riemann, George J Davies

“…A secondary purpose was to examine the associations between the three UEFPT. # Study Design Test-retest reliability, single cohort study…”
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User Needs of Online Tutoring Applications Using House of Quality by Qurrata Aini, Eko Ruddy Cahyadi, Faqih Udin

“…Results: The House of Quality analysis highlights the prioritized user needs in the following order: 1) security and privacy, 2) performance, 3) information, 4) responsiveness, 5) technical reliability, and 6) design. The technical requirements identified to address these needs include network coverage, storage capacity, data transmission speed, application size, power consumption, network accessibility, and display resolution. …”
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Challenges and Solutions for Keeping Maternity and Gynecology Services Functioning Comprehensively in Secondary Level Health Care Facility in COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Using a Cl... by Jayanta Kumar Biswas, Pratistha Lall, Soumen Das Poddar, Vikas Srivastava, Ajith Nilakantan

“…We aimed to assess the feasibility of keeping obstetrics & gynecology services in a secondary care hospital functioning (in terms of regional experiences and comprehensive patient care measures) in the COVID-19 pandemic situation using a clinical approach. STUDY DESIGN: All policies of the World Health Organization and other international obstetrics- gynecological recommendations or guidelines were followed in keeping the services functional. …”
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Probabilistic slope stability analysis on marine clay seabed considering spatial variability of soil parameters by Long Yu, Yang Bao, Kunming Ma, Yunrui Han, Yibin Yan, Bin Xu, Zhongtao Wang, Rui Pang

“…In conclusion, the lower and upper ends of the probability index range are found to have great significance in practical engineering design. The combination of traditional deterministic slope analysis and probabilistic assessments will be beneficial to slope engineering practice and will improve the decision-making process.…”
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RT education and COVID-19 pneumonia discharge quality by Ramandeep Kaur, Anne Geistkemper, Riten Mitra, Ellen A. Becker

“…The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the impact of RTs holding advanced degrees or completing adult critical care competencies on discharge outcomes of patients with COVID-19 pneumonia. # Study Design and Methods This retrospective, cross-sectional study included adults with confirmed COVID-19 admitted to the hospital for at least three days between March-May 2020. …”
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Factors Affecting Ultrasonographic Fetal Weight Estimation Accuracy in Low Birth Weight Newborns by Nevin Tuten, Onur Guralp, Koray Gok, Abdullah Tuten, Altay Gezer

“… Objective: To investigate the accuracy of fetal weight estimation made by the last prenatal ultrasound measurement in low birth weight newborns (<2500 g). Study Design: A total of 1082 women were evaluated in this retrospective cohort study. …”
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The Post-Discharge Growth of Very Low Birth Weight Preterm Infants by Tuba Ozdemir, Abdullah Baris Akcan, Munevver Kaynak Turkmen

“… OBJECTIVE: In the present study, we investigate the growth characteristics of very low birth weight premature infants of up to two years corrected age, considering the factors affecting growth and catch-up growth time. STUDY DESIGN: The demographic data, clinical features, and comorbidities of 77 preterm infants with birth weights of less than or equal to 1.500 g were examined, the infants’ growth statuses in the 40th gestational week (gw) and at 6, 12, 18 and 24 months the corrected age, including their weight, height and head circumference, were evaluated. …”
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Diagnostic Dilemma in Rudimentary Horn Pregnancies: Report of the Eight Cases and a Literature Review by Mehmet Sıddık Evsen, Muhammet Erdal Sak, Ali Özler, Hatice Ender Soydinç, Abdulkadir Turgut, Neval Yaman Goruk, Ahmet Yalınkaya

“…The aim of this study is to present our clinical experience on 8 patients with RHP together with a literature review. STUDY DESIGN: Records of patients with RHP that were managed between January 2008 and December 2011 in a tertiary referral hospital in southeast region of Turkey, were retrospectively analyzed. …”
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Evaluation of essential indigenous woody plant species used by the rural population in Taraba State Nigeria by Bernard Bunde Meer, Iyiola Oadunjoye Tella, Callistus Akosim, Ephraim Edward Dishan

“…A multistage sampling design was used to stratify the study into three ecological zones: Northern Guinea Savanna (NGS), Southern Guinea Savanna (SGS), and Montane Forest (MF). …”
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Investigating the effects of diurnal and nocturnal pollinators on male and female reproductive success and on floral trait selection in Silene dioica by Barbot, Estelle, Dufaÿ, Mathilde, Godé, Cécile, De Cauwer, Isabelle

“…In this study, we investigated how selection gradients on floral traits in Silene dioica were affected by (i) the pollinator community the plants were exposed to (diurnal versus nocturnal pollination) and (ii) the level of emission of a volatile organic compound typically linked to pollinator attraction (natural versus enhanced phenylacetylaldehyd (PAA) emission) in a fully crossed design. Female plants in all treatments achieved full seed set, suggesting no differences in pollination efficiency between diurnal and nocturnal pollinator communities in S. dioica. …”
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Relationship Between the Results of the Landing Error Scoring System and Trunk Muscle Thickness by Yuki Muramoto, Hironobu Kuruma

“…It was hypothesized that athletes with poor activation of deep trunk muscle (transversus abdominis and internal oblique) would have lower LESS scores. # Study Design Cross-sectional study # Methods The trunk muscle thickness at rest and during the plank was measured using ultrasonography. …”
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Scoping review on interventions to improve adherence to reporting guidelines in health research by Doug Altman, David Moher, David Blanco, Isabelle Boutron, Jamie J Kirkham, Erik Cobo

“…Objectives The goal of this study is to identify, analyse and classify interventions to improve adherence to reporting guidelines in order to obtain a wide picture of how the problem of enhancing the completeness of reporting of biomedical literature has been tackled so far.Design Scoping review.Search strategy We searched the MEDLINE, EMBASE and Cochrane Library databases and conducted a grey literature search for (1) studies evaluating interventions to improve adherence to reporting guidelines in health research and (2) other types of references describing interventions that have been performed or suggested but never evaluated. …”
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BUDGET USE AND PERFORMANCE OF MANUFACTURING SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (SMEs) IN LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA by Mubaraq Sanni, Oladipo Oluwafolakemi Fasesin

“…The study employed cross-sectional research design to address empirical questions developed for the study. …”
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Effectiveness of Perineal Massage in the Second Stage of Labor in Preventing Perineal Trauma by Suleyman Cemil Oglak, Mehmet Obut

“… OBJECTIVE: This study was aimed to investigate the effect of perineal massage in the second stage of labor in prevention perineal traumas during childbirth. STUDY DESIGN: This observational study was conducted with 171 nulliparous women delivered by vaginally between January 2017 and May 2019. …”
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“‘”: mixed-methods study exploring palliative care needs amongst refugees‘ by Priya Gupta, Ashlinder Gill, Michael Panza, Olive Wahoush, Humaira Saeed, Jehan Ara Chagani, Christiana Owoo, Christopher Klinger

“…Objectives: This study explored limitations in providing palliative care to refugees who had either federal or provincial health insurance in two care settings in Ontario, Canada. Design: An explanatory sequential mixed-methods approach guided the review of local administrative data and interview data to understand palliative care delivery for refugees. …”
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