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Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Edita Grolman, Dvir Cohen, Tatiana Frenklach, Asaf Shabtai, Rami Puzis
Summary: Co-training is a semi-supervised learning approach that utilizes multiple classifiers to iteratively label unlabeled samples and improve classifier performance. The main challenge is to ensure accurate labeling of the unlabeled samples. Existing studies have not identified a general solution for determining the optimal number of iterations or final model in co-training.
EXPERT SYSTEMS WITH APPLICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Computer Science, Hardware & Architecture
Tanveer Khan, Antonis Michalas, Adnan Akhunzada
Summary: The omnipresence and ease of use of social networks have revolutionized the generation and distribution of information, but have not necessarily increased public knowledge. The rapid spread of false information poses a significant challenge, with the need for early detection and control to limit its negative impact. Various solutions, including Machine Learning models and online competitions, are being explored to address this issue.
JOURNAL OF NETWORK AND COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
(2021)
Editorial Material
Oncology
Avantika Gupta, Joshua Z. Drago, Sarat Chandarlapaty
Summary: Antibody-drug conjugates are revolutionizing cancer treatment by utilizing specific antibodies to target cancer cells. The characteristics of the payload, such as the linker and payload chemistry, are crucial in determining the clinical effectiveness of these drugs. Weng and colleagues' research highlights how advancements in payload characteristics can enhance the drugs' ability to overcome chemoresistance and achieve more significant responses.
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Jop Havinga, Kym Bancroft, Andrew Rae
Summary: Although stopping work when it becomes unsafe is universally considered positive, interventions focusing on assertiveness training and policies to stop work may not capture the most common influencing factors in stop-work decisions. Instead of relying on procedures and authority, providing alternative methods for workers to complete a job may be a more effective way to influence them to stop work.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Cortney Mittelsteadt, Esben Sorensen, Qingying Jia
Summary: Proton exchange membrane water electrolyzers (PEMWEs) are recognized as a promising technology for the future hydrogen economy. However, the large amount of iridium (Ir) used in current PEMWEs is considered a challenge due to limited global Ir resources. This study proposes reducing the demand for Ir in PEMWEs through increasing current density, reducing Ir loading, and implementing Ir recycling. Additionally, platinum can be a viable alternative catalyst for PEMWEs with acceptable cost compensation. It is anticipated that PEMWEs will play a major role in green hydrogen production.
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Javier Galiana, Ismael Rodriguez, Fernando Rubio
Summary: In this work, a general model is introduced for analyzing various types of propagation systems such as fire, fake news, and viruses. The computational complexity of minimizing the impact of propagation through cutting connections is studied. The problem is proved to be S-2(P)-complete, indicating that a two-level genetic algorithm could be an effective method for solving it. Experimental results comparing with other algorithms support the effectiveness of bi-level genetic algorithms in dealing with S-2(P)-complete problems.
APPLIED SOFT COMPUTING
(2023)
Editorial Material
Medicine, General & Internal
Neal L. Benowitz, Kenneth E. Warner, Matthew L. Myers, Dorothy Hatsukami, Micah L. Berman, Donna Vallone, Joanna E. Cohen
Summary: The FDA has the potential to promote the development and availability of smoking cessation aids that are both effective and desired by consumers, thereby significantly benefiting public health.
NEW ENGLAND JOURNAL OF MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alexandra M. Oster, Anne Marie France, Robert P. McClung, Kate Buchacz, Sheryl B. Lyss, Philip J. Peters, Paul J. Weidle, William M. Switzer, Stanley A. Phillip, John T. Brooks, Angela L. Hernandez
Summary: The CDC and health departments in the United States have increased efforts to detect and respond to HIV clusters and outbreaks. The establishment of the HIV Outbreak Coordination Unit ensures consistent and collaborative assessment of requests from health departments. The HIV OCU members have expertise in various areas and facilitate problem solving and coordination.
PUBLIC HEALTH REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Shize Zhang, Yi Sun, Wenjie Li
Summary: With the development of tourism, rural areas have been remade to cater to the needs of the industry, which often neglects the needs of the residents. Smallholders, who are essential for sustainable rural tourism, are marginalized in the process of rural remaking. The paper explores how smallholders in S Village, China adapt to the changes in rural place brought by tourism development.
CURRENT ISSUES IN TOURISM
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Bethany L. McGregor, Paula Rozo-Lopez, Travis M. Davis, Barbara S. Drolet
Summary: Vesicular stomatitis is a reportable viral disease that affects horses, cattle, and pigs in the Americas. An outbreak of VSV Indiana serotype extended eastward into Kansas and Missouri in 2019-2020, with Culicoides biting midges and Simulium black flies identified as potential vectors transmitting the virus. This research expands our understanding of VSV epidemiology and highlights the importance of targeted surveillance and control strategies for vector species.
Editorial Material
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Umair Iftikhar, Katherine Huerne, Mark J. Eisenberg
Summary: This article provides an overview of evidence-based smoking cessation interventions, including pharmacological and nonpharmacological approaches, intended for healthcare providers.
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Geography
Qu Yanbo, Jiang Guanghui, Ma Wenqiu, Li Zitong
Summary: This study revealed the dynamic process of rural settlement transition (RST) by analyzing data collected from 1996 to 2016 in Shandong Province. Findings indicate that rural population first decreased and then reached a relatively stable state, while rural settlements experienced a rapid decline after a short increase. The coupling relationship between RST and rural development shifted from extensive to intensive development during urbanization.
JOURNAL OF RURAL STUDIES
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Chris Beyrer, Adaora A. Adimora, Sally L. Hodder, Ernest Hopkins, Greg Millett, Sandra Hsu Hnin Mon, Patrick S. Sullivan, Rochelle P. Walensky, Anton Pozniak, Mitchell Warren, Bruce Richman, Raniyah Copeland, Kenneth H. Mayer
Summary: The HIV epidemic in the USA is a complex and challenging issue, with high incidence rates and concentrated impact among racial and gender minority communities, despite significant scientific advances. In 2021, with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a need for a more vigorous and equitable response to achieve the goals of reducing new infections, decreasing morbidity, and reducing HIV stigma.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Simone E. Carter, Steve Ahuka-Mundeke, Jerome Pfaffmann Zambruni, Carlos Navarro Colorado, Esther van Kleef, Pascale Lissouba, Sophie Meakin, Olivier le Polain de Waroux, Thibaut Jombart, Mathias Mossoko, Dorothee Bulemfu Nkakirande, Marjam Esmail, Giulia Earle-Richardson, Marie-Amelie Degail, Chantal Umutoni, Julienne Ngoundoung Anoko, Nina Gobat
Summary: This study introduces the practice of CASS social science analytical cell working in collaboration with epidemiologists during the 2018-2020 Ebola outbreak in Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, providing a method to integrate evidence from social and behavioural sciences to better explain outbreak dynamics. The importance of socially relevant research questions, rapid research conduct, and systematic presentation of findings to partners for decision makers is highlighted.
Article
Virology
Vanessa L. Carvalho, Raimunda S. S. Azevedo, Valeria L. Carvalho, Rafael S. Azevedo, Daniele Freitas Henriques, Ana Cecilia Ribeiro Cruz, Pedro F. C. Vasconcelos, Livia C. Martins
Summary: An outbreak of febrile illness occurred in the Expedito Ribeiro Settlement, Santa B ' arbara do Par ' a municipality, Par ' a State, Brazil from January to February 2018. The main pathogen responsible for the outbreak was the Oropouche virus, but cases of Chikungunya and Mayaro fever were also detected.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL VIROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shirley J. Semple, Heather A. Pines, Eileen Pitpitan, Alicia Harvey-Vera, Gustavo Martinez, M. Gudelia Rangel, Steffanie A. Strathdee, Thomas L. Patterson
Summary: Impulsivity is positively associated with condomless sex and correlated with alcohol and drug use, abuse history, and depression among female sex workers in Mexico. A global public health policy that combines free substance abuse treatment, psychotherapy, and behavioral-focused therapy may help reduce HIV/STI incidence in this vulnerable population.
HEALTH CARE FOR WOMEN INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Cho-Hee Shrader, Annick Borquez, Tetyana Vasylyeva, Antoine Chaillon, Irina Artamanova, Alicia Harvey-Vera, Carlos F. Vera, Gudelia Rangel, Steffanie A. Strathdee, Britt Skaathun
Summary: The COVID-19 related border-crossing restrictions disrupted social networks and HIV harm reduction services among people who inject drugs in San Diego and Tijuana. This study found associations between network norms and individual-level HIV vulnerability and harm reduction behaviors, highlighting the importance of intervening on high-risk networks when services are limited.
Editorial Material
Infectious Diseases
Steffanie A. Strathdee, Anna-Louise Crago, Kate Shannon
LANCET INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Steffanie A. Strathdee, Graham F. Hatfull, Vivek K. Mutalik, Robert T. Schooley
Summary: Increasing antimicrobial resistance rates have prompted a resurgence in bacteriophage research as an alternative therapy. The ideal therapeutic phage should possess lytic properties, efficiently kill the bacterial host, and be well-characterized to ensure safety. This article reviews the current state of phage therapy, including biological mechanisms, clinical applications, challenges, and future directions involving naturally occurring and genetically modified or synthetic phages.
Article
Immunology
Steffanie A. Strathdee, Daniela Abramovitz, Carlos F. Vera, Irina Artamonova, Thomas L. Patterson, Davey M. Smith, Antoine Chaillon, Angela R. Bazzi
Summary: This study examined the vaccination uptake among people who inject drugs (PWID) for COVID-19. The results showed that only 37.8% of participants received at least one dose of the vaccine, and 37.5% of vaccinated individuals were previously hesitant about the vaccine. Factors associated with lower vaccination rates included belief in tracking devices in the vaccine and lack of health insurance, while factors associated with higher vaccination rates included receiving influenza vaccines, testing positive for HIV or SARS-CoV-2, older age, knowing more vaccinated people, and recent incarceration.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Antoine Chaillon, Ietza Bojorquez, Jaime Sepulveda, Alicia Yolanda Harvey-Vera, M. Gudelia Rangel, Britt Skaathun, Sanjay R. Mehta, Caroline Ignacio, Magali Porrachia, Davey M. Smith, Steffanie A. Strathdee
Summary: This study investigated the circulating SARS-CoV-2 lineages and recombinant variants among marginalized populations in Tijuana, Mexico. The results showed that the variants were predominantly detected in North and Central America. This highlights the potential for co-circulation of multiple lineages and recombination in high-risk populations in the California-Baja California border region.
SALUD PUBLICA DE MEXICO
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Angel B. Algarin, Samantha Yeager, Thomas L. Patterson, Steffanie A. Strathdee, Alicia Harvey-Vera, Carlos F. Vera, Tara Stamos-Buesig, Irina Artamanova, Daniela Abramovitz, Laramie R. Smith
Summary: This study assessed the psychometric properties of a COVID-19 response-related discrimination scale among people who inject drugs (PWID) and examined the associations between discrimination, resilience, and endorsement of COVID-19 disinformation. The results showed a significant association between COVID-19 response-related discrimination and disinformation among PWID, with resilience playing a moderating role.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE
(2023)
Editorial Material
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Steffanie A. Strathdee, Clemon George, Heena Brahmbhatt
LANCET GLOBAL HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Adelina Artenie, Jack Stone, Hannah Fraser, Daniel Stewart, Chiedozie Arum, Aaron G. Lim, Adam Trickey, Zoe Ward, Daniela Abramovitz, Michel Alary, Jacquie Astemborski, Julie Bruneau, Steven J. Clipman, Carla S. Coffin, Sara Croxford, Kora Debeck, Eva Emanuel, Kanna Hayashi, Joumana G. Hermez, Daniel Low-Beer, Niklas Luhmann, Gisela Macphail, Lisa Maher, Norah E. Palmateer, Eshan U. Patel, Rachel Sacks-Davis, Wijnand Van Den Boom, Daniel K. van Santen, Josephine G. Walker, Matthew Hickman, Peter Vicerman, HIV HCV Incidence Review Collab Grp
Summary: This article summarizes global data on the incidence of HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection among people who inject drugs (PWID) through a systematic review and meta-analysis. The results indicate that young PWID and women have a higher risk of HIV and HCV infection. The article emphasizes the importance of intensifying monitoring of HIV and HCV epidemics among PWID and expanding access to age-appropriate and gender-appropriate prevention services.
LANCET GASTROENTEROLOGY & HEPATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
Joseph Friedman, Morgan Godvin, Caitlin Molina, Ruby Romero, Annick Borquez, Tucker Avra, David Goodman-Meza, Steffanie Strathdee, Philippe Bourgois, Chelsea L. Shover
Summary: A study found that counterfeit drugs containing fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine are available in tourist-oriented pharmacies in Northern Mexico, posing a public health risk. This is related to the rising healthcare costs and decreased opioid prescriptions in the US, as well as the emergence of fentanyl-based counterfeit drugs.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Eileen V. Pitpitan, Chadwick K. Campbell, Maria Luisa Zuniga, Steffanie A. Strathdee, Jamila K. Stockman
Summary: The SD SUN program is a mentored research education and training program aimed at supporting underrepresented minorities and individuals of color in their academic careers in HIV research. The program, launched in February 2022 for a 9-month period, includes a core curriculum and a mentored research project, and has shown positive outcomes for the participating fellows in terms of engagement, satisfaction, and skill development.
JAIDS-JOURNAL OF ACQUIRED IMMUNE DEFICIENCY SYNDROMES
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Steffanie A. Strathdee, Daniela Abramovitz, Alicia Y. Harvey-Vera, Tara Stamos-Buesig, Carlos F. Vera, Irina Artamonova, Jenna Logan, Thomas L. Patterson, Argentina E. Servin, Angela R. Bazzi
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of a brief peer-led intervention on COVID-19 vaccination among people who inject drugs (PWID) at syringe services program (SSP) locations in San Diego County, California. The results showed that a single-session motivational interviewing intervention conducted by peer counselors significantly increased the acceptance and uptake of COVID-19 vaccination among PWID.
OPEN FORUM INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Editorial Material
Health Care Sciences & Services
Steffanie A. Strathdee, David Goodman-Meza, Claudia M. Rafful
LANCET REGIONAL HEALTH-AMERICAS
(2023)
Article
Substance Abuse
C. J. Valasek, Samantha A. Streuli, Heather A. Pines, Steffanie A. Strathdee, Annick Borquez, Philippe Bourgois, Tara Stamos-Buesig, Carlos F. Vera, Alicia Harvey -Vera, Angela R. Bazzi
Summary: This study investigated overdose experiences and changes in drug supply among drug users in the US-Mexico border region. The study found that a considerable proportion of drug users in the region had experienced overdose, with an increase in overdose incidents due to the rise of fentanyl in local drug supplies. Meanwhile, there was a general trend among drug users to shift from injecting heroin to smoking fentanyl. The primary concerns of drug users were consistent access to a safe and potent drug supply and naloxone.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ganna Kovalenko, Anna Yakovleva, Pavlo Smyrnov, Matthew Redlinger, Olga Tymets, Anna Korobchuk, Anna Kolodiazieva, Anna Podolina, Svitlana Cherniavska, Britt Skaathun, Laramie R. Smith, Steffanie A. Strathdee, Joel O. Wertheim, Samuel R. Friedman, Eric Bortz, Ian Goodfellow, Luke Meredith, Tetyana I. Vasylyeva
Summary: Internally displaced persons are often excluded from HIV molecular epidemiology surveillance. This study tests a field-based molecular epidemiology framework on internally displaced people who inject drugs (IDPWIDs). Findings suggest rapid transmission in the IDPWID community and a need for integration into prevention and treatment services.
