Hybrid Optimization Algorithm for Handwritten Document Enhancement

The Gannet Optimization Algorithm (GOA) and the Whale Optimization Algorithm (WOA) demonstrate strong performance;however, there remains room for improvement in convergence and practical applications. This study introduces a hybrid optimization algorithm, named the adaptive inertia weight whale optimization algorithm and gannet optimization algorithm (AIWGOA), which addresses challenges in enhancing handwritten documents. The hybrid strategy integrates the strengths of both algorithms, significantly enhancing their capabilities, whereas the adaptive parameter strategy mitigates the need for manual parameter setting. By amalgamating the hybrid strategy and parameter-adaptive approach, the Gannet Optimization Algorithm was refined to yield the AIWGOA. Through a performance analysis of the CEC2013 benchmark, the AIWGOA demonstrates notable advantages across various metrics. Subsequently, an evaluation index was employed to assess the enhanced handwritten documents and images, affirming the superior practical application of the AIWGOA compared with other algorithms.

Shape and Size Optimization of Truss Structures under Frequency Constraints Based on Hybrid Sine Cosine Firefly Algorithm

Shape and size optimization with frequency constraints is a highly nonlinear problem withmixed design variables,non-convex search space,and multiple local optima.Therefore,a hybrid sine cosine firefly algorithm(HSCFA)is proposed to acquire more accurate solutions with less finite element analysis.The full attraction model of firefly algorithm(FA)is analyzed,and the factors that affect its computational efficiency and accuracy are revealed.A modified FA with simplified attraction model and adaptive parameter of sine cosine algorithm(SCA)is proposed to reduce the computational complexity and enhance the convergence rate.Then,the population is classified,and different populations are updated by modified FA and SCA respectively.Besides,the random search strategy based on Lévy flight is adopted to update the stagnant or infeasible solutions to enhance the population diversity.Elitist selection technique is applied to save the promising solutions and further improve the convergence rate.Moreover,the adaptive penalty function is employed to deal with the constraints.Finally,the performance of HSCFA is demonstrated through the numerical examples with nonstructural masses and frequency constraints.The results show that HSCFA is an efficient and competitive tool for shape and size optimization problems with frequency constraints.

Electrospun porous carbon nanofibers derived from bio-based phenolic resins as free-standing electrodes for high-performance supercapacitors

Phenolic resins were employed to prepare electrospun porous carbon nanofibers with a high specific surface area as free-standing electrodes for high-performance supercapacitors.However,the sustainable development of conventional phenolic resin has been challenged by petroleum-based phenol and formaldehyde.Lignin with abundant phenolic hydroxyl groups is the main non-petroleum resource that can provide renewable aromatic compounds.Hence,lignin,phenol,and furfural were used to synthesize bio-based phenolic resins,and the activated carbon nanofibers were obtained by electrospinning and one-step carbonization activation.Fourier transform infrared and differential scanning calorimetry were used to characterize the structural and thermal properties.The results reveal that the apparent activation energy of the curing reaction is 89.21 kJ·mol–1 and the reaction order is 0.78.The activated carbon nanofibers show a uniform diameter,specific surface area up to 1100 m^(2)·g^(-1),and total pore volume of 0.62 cm^(3)·g^(-1).The electrode demonstrates a specific capacitance of 238 F·g^(-1)(0.1 A·g^(-1))and good rate capability.The symmetric supercapacitor yields a high energy density of 26.39 W·h·kg^(-1)at 100 W·kg^(-1)and an excellent capacitance retention of 98%after 10000 cycles.These results confirm that the activated carbon nanofiber from bio-based phenolic resins can be applied as electrode material for high-performance supercapacitors.

The Third China National Stroke Registry (CNSR-Ⅲ) for patients with acute ischaemic stroke or transient ischaemic attack: design, rationale and baseline patient characteristics

Background and purpose Stroke is the leading cause of mortality and disability in China.Precise aetiological classification,imaging and biological markers may predict the prognosis of stroke.The Third China National Stroke Registry(CNSR-Ⅲ),a nationwide registry of ischaemic stroke or transient ischaemic attack(TIA)in China based on aetiology,imaging and biology markers,will be considered to clarify the pathogenesis and prognostic factors of ischaemic stroke.Methods Between August 2015 and March 2018,the CNSR-Ⅲrecruited consecutive patients with ischaemic stroke or TIA from 201 hospitals that cover 22 provinces and four municipalities in China.Clinical data were collected prospectively using an electronic data capture system by face-to-face interviews.Patients were followed for clinical outcomes at 3 months,6 months and 1-5 year annually.Brain imaging,including brain MRI and CT,were completed at baseline.Blood samples were collected and biomarkers were tested at baseline.Results A total of 15166 stroke patients were enrolled,among which 31.7%patients were women with the average age of 62.2±11.3 years.Ischaemic stroke was predominant(93.3%,n=14146)and 1020(6.7%)TIAs were enrolled.Conclusions CNSR-Ⅲis a large scale nationwide registry in China.Data from this prospective registry may provide opportunity to evaluate imaging and biomarker prognostic determinants of stroke.

Short-term biochar effect on soil physicochemical and microbiological properties of a degraded alpine grassland

Soil remediation is an important part of the restoration process of degraded terrestrial ecosystems.Due to its unique properties,biochar is being used widely as an effective soil modifier in agricultural systems,but research is still rare on biochar application in grassland ecosystems,especially in degraded alpine grasslands.In this study,we conducted a plot experiment to investigate the effect of biochar application on soil physicochemical properties and microorganisms at the 0–20 cm soil depth of a degraded alpine grassland in Qinghai-Tibet Plateau,China.The experiment consisted of four corn straw biochar application levels(0%,0.5%,1%and 2%,with the percentage representing the ratio of biochar weight to the dry weight of soil in the surface 20 cm soil layer).When the biochar addition increased from 0%to 2%,total nitrogen,total organic carbon and available phosphorus in the 0–10 cm soil layer increased by 41%,55%and 45%,respectively,in the second year after biochar addition.Meanwhile,soil electrical conductivity decreased,and soil water content increased.Total microbial,fungal and bacterial biomasses in the 0–10 cm soil layer increased from 9.15 to 12.68,0.91 to 1.34,and 3.85 to 4.55μg g^(-1),respectively.The relative biomasses of saprophytic fungi and methanotrophic bacteria decreased,while the relative biomasses of ectomycorrhizal fungi and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi increased.These results indicate that biochar has a great potential in improving microbial activity and soil fertility in soil remediation of the degraded alpine grassland.

Chinese Stroke Association guidelines for clinical management of cerebrovascular disorders:executive summary and 2019 update of the management of high-risk population

Aim Cerebrovascular disease is the leading cause of death and disability in China,causing a huge burden among patients and their families.Hence,stroke prevention is critical,especially in the high-risk population.Here,we present the evidence-based guideline suitable for the Chinese population.Methods Literature search of PubMed and Cochrane library(from January 1964 to June 2019)was done.After thorough discussion among the writing group members,recommendations were listed and summarised.This guideline was reviewed and discussed by the fellow writing committees of the Chinese Stroke Association’s Stroke.Results This evidence-based guideline was written in three parts:controlling the risk factors of stroke,utilisation of antiplatelet agents and assessing the risks of first-ever stroke.All recommendations were listed along with the recommending classes and levels of evidence.Conclusions This guideline provides recommendations for primary prevention of cerebrovascular disease among high-risk population in China.Controlling related risk factors,appropriately using antiplatelet agents,assessing the risk of developing first-ever stroke should help reduce the rate of cerebrovascular disease in China.

Simultaneously enhanced oxidation resistance and mechanical properties in a novel lightweight Ti_(2)VZrNb_(0.5)-Al_(0.5)high-entropy alloy

Enhanced oxidation resistance is a primary demand for the application of refractory high-entropy alloys(RHEAs)at elevated temperatures.In this study,Al was added to a Ti_(2)VZrNb RHEA to partially substitute Nb to improve its oxidation resistance and mechanical properties.The alloy was found to have an increased oxidation resistance by forming a continuous Al_(2)O_(3)+ZrO_(2)oxide protective surface.At the same time,the room-temperature yield strength was also increased by 66%to 1273 MPa via solid solution strengthening.The low atomic mass of Al also helped to reduce the density of the alloy by 8.2%to 5.44 g cm^(−3).This resulted in a high specific yield strength of 234 MPa cm3 g^(−1) for the alloy.Meanwhile,the Ti_(2)VZrNb_(0.5)-Al_(0.5)alloy also exhibited a high compressive plasticity of>50%.These values are among the best reported so far for RHEAs.

十字花科植物ABI4序列演化与转录激活活性分析

转录因子ABI4参与植物激素ABA的绝大多数生物学功能,它不仅是ABA和GA在植物体内含量平衡的核心调控因子,同时还连接ABA与植物细胞内多个信号通路。利用拟南芥(Arabidopsisthaliana)ABI4序列在十字花科其它19种植物(除拟南芥外)中检索得到27个同源基因,通过序列多态性分析、系统发生重建、染色体共线性分析和转录激活活性比较,探讨了该基因在十字花科植物中的演化历史。结果表明,ABI4蛋白质序列和结构在十字花科植物中具有较高的保守性,暗示了其功能的重要性;单独的ABI4蛋白并不具备显著的转录激活活性,说明其生物学功能的具体分子机制可能相对复杂,需要进一步探讨。

Inconsistent centralised versus noncentralised ischaemic stroke aetiology

Background and purpose The Trial of Org 10172 in Acute Stroke Treatment(TOAST)system is the most widely used aetiological categorisation system in clinical practice and research.Limited studies have validated the accuracy of routine aetiological diagnosis of patients with ischaemic stroke according to the TOAST criteria when the reported subtype is assumed to be correct.We investigated the agreement between centralised and non-centralised(site-reported,at discharge)stroke subtypes in the Third China National Stroke Registry(CNSR-III),and analysed the influence of classification consistency on evaluation during hospitalisation and for secondary prevention strategy.Methods All patients with ischaemic stroke from the CNSR-III study with complete diffusion-weighted imaging data were included.We used multivariable Cox proportional-hazard regression models to evaluate the factors associated with consistency between centralised and non-centralised stroke subtypes.Sensitivity analyses were conducted of the subgroup of patients with complete information.Results This study included 12180 patients(mean age,62.3 years;and women,31.4%).Agreement between centralised and non-centralised subtype was the highest for the large-artery atherosclerosis subtype stroke(77.4%of centralised patients),followed by the small-vessel occlusion subtype(40.6%of centralised patients).Agreements for cardioembolism and stroke of other determined aetiology subtypes were 38.7%and 12.2%,respectively.Patient-level and hospital-level factors were associated with the inconsistency between centralised/non-centralised aetiological subtyping.This inconsistency was related to differences in secondary prevention strategies.Only 15.3%of the newly diagnosed patients with cardioembolism underwent centralised subtyping with indications to receive oral anticoagulants at discharge.In comparison,51.3%of the consistent cardioembolism group and 42.0%of the centrally reassigned cardioembolism group with anticoagulation indications were prescribed oral anticoagulants.Conclusions Substantial inconsistency exists between centralised and non-centralised subtyping in China.Inaccurate aetiological subtyping could lead to inadequate secondary prevention,especially in patients with cardioembolic stroke.