The hydrogen tank of LM-5 first stage passed the helium mass spectrum leak test recently, completing all the tests in the manufacturing phase and that the quality of products met the design requirement. The first-stag...The hydrogen tank of LM-5 first stage passed the helium mass spectrum leak test recently, completing all the tests in the manufacturing phase and that the quality of products met the design requirement. The first-stage hydrogen tank is the largest one among all the tanks of LM-5, as well as the展开更多
Background Pediatric cancer survivors are at increased risk of muscle weakness and low areal bone mineral density(aBMD).However,the prevalence of muscle strength deficits is not well documented,and the associations of...Background Pediatric cancer survivors are at increased risk of muscle weakness and low areal bone mineral density(aBMD).However,the prevalence of muscle strength deficits is not well documented,and the associations of muscle strength with aBMD are unknown in this population.Therefore,this study aimed to investigate the prevalence of upper-and lower-body muscle strength deficits and to examine the associations of upper-and lower-body muscle strength with age-,sex,and race-specific aBMD Z-scores at the total body,total hip,femoral neck,and lumbar spine.Methods This cross-sectional study included 116 pediatric cancer survivors(12.1±3.3 years old,mean±SD;42.2%female).Upper-and lower-body muscle strength were assessed by handgrip and standing long jump test,respectively.Dual‑energy X‑ray absorptiometry was used to measure aBMD(g/cm2).Associations between muscle strength and aBMD were evaluated in multivariable linear regression models.Logistic regression was used to evaluate the contribution of muscle strength(1-decile lower)to the odds of having low aBMD(Z-score≤1.0).All analyses were adjusted for time from treatment completion,radiotherapy exposure,and body mass index.Results More than one-half of survivors were within the 2 lowest deciles for upper-(56.9%)and lower-body muscle strength(60.0%)in comparison to age-and sex-specific reference values.Muscle strength deficits were associated with lower aBMD Z-scores at all sites(B=0.133–0.258,p=0.001–0.032).Each 1-decile lower in upper-body muscle strength was associated with 30%–95%higher odds of having low aBMD Z-scores at all sites.Each 1-decile lower in lower-body muscle strength was associated with 35%–70%higher odds of having low aBMD Z-scores at total body,total hip,and femoral neck.Conclusion Muscle strength deficits are prevalent in young pediatric cancer survivors,and such deficits are associated with lower aBMD Z-scores at all sites.These results suggest that interventions designed to improve muscle strength in this vulnerable population may have the added benefit of improving aBMD.展开更多
Objective: To characterize relationships between peak O2 uptake (VO2max) and fat free mass (FFM) in adult sedentary and in young and adult athletes. Methods: Healthy adult male sedentary workers or students reporting ...Objective: To characterize relationships between peak O2 uptake (VO2max) and fat free mass (FFM) in adult sedentary and in young and adult athletes. Methods: Healthy adult male sedentary workers or students reporting no regular physical activity in the last six months (n = 61, 31.0 ± 0.95 years) and young (n = 63, 15.8 ± 0.16 years) or adult (n = 85, 25.9 ± 0.48 years) males athletes were studied. Sports were classified according to their MET intensity. Bruce’s treadmill protocol served to measure VO2max. Weight and seven skin-fold thicknesses were used to estimate body density and FFM. Subjects signed informed-consent forms before the tests. Results: The significant correlations (R2 = 0.48, p 2max or of log FFM with log VO2max (R2 = 0.53, p 2 = 0.34 & 0.30), and not significant (R2 = 0.19 & 0.17, p > 0.05) in sedentary subjects. Stepwise multiple regression analysis (R2 = 0.65) indicated that VO2max depended on FFM, heart rates and MET intensity of practiced sport in athletes. In sedentary subjects VO2max was insignificantly (R2 = 0.18) related to flexibility. Discussion: Skin-fold based FFM reliably reflects maximally active muscle mass in young athletes, to a lesser extent in adult athletes but not in adult sedentary subjects. In sedentary, VO2max is often limited by local pain and fatigue and does not reflect the capacity of the oxygen extraction system. In sedentary, varying proportions of surface fat, muscle and bone increase variability in the relationship between skinfolds and FFM.展开更多
Lean electrolyte usage in lithium–sulfur battery(LSB)meets the demand of the high energy density.However,lean condition makes the electrolyte-related interface discrete,leading to retardation of ion transfer that dep...Lean electrolyte usage in lithium–sulfur battery(LSB)meets the demand of the high energy density.However,lean condition makes the electrolyte-related interface discrete,leading to retardation of ion transfer that depends on interfaces.Consequently,electrochemical reactions face restraint.Herein,lithium polyacrylate acid(LiPAA)with short-chain anions(molecular weight of 2000)is introduced into the cathode.Because of the polysulfide(PS)-philic instinct of the short-chain PAA anions,short-chain PS is captured inside of the cathode.In addition,LiPAA supplies Li^(+)to the short-chain PS captured.The strong interaction between Li_(2)S_(4)and LiPAA effectively decreases Li_(2)S_(4)migration to the anode during discharging.In a sense,the ion mass transfer pattern is thus changed comparing to traditional long-way mode between cathode and anode.Galvanostatic intermittent titration technique(GITT)proves that the interfacial reaction resistance is greatly decreased in the region where Li_(2)S_(x)(x≤4)reduction contributes most.In the same time,the reversibility of electrochemical reduction/oxidation is improved.Owing to the accelerated Li_(2)S_(x)(x≤4)reduction,Li implanting of only 0.3 wt.%plus O introduction up to 1.4 wt.%enables the LSB perform well even with 1/4 of regular electrolyte dosage(5μL mg^(-1))and high-sulfur loading(4.2 mg cm^(-2)),increasing its rate capacity C_(0.8/0.5)from 52.6%(without the LiPAA)to 92.3%(with the LiP AA)as well as a capacity of 518.7 mAh g^(-1)after 400 cycles at 0.8 mA cm^(-2).展开更多
BACKGROUND Although the prognostic relevance of sarcopenia has been increasingly recognised in the context of liver disease,there is a paucity of data evaluating body composition in patients with chronic hepatitis B(C...BACKGROUND Although the prognostic relevance of sarcopenia has been increasingly recognised in the context of liver disease,there is a paucity of data evaluating body composition in patients with chronic hepatitis B(CHB).Beyond virus-related factors,nutritional and metabolic aspects can be associated with skeletal muscle abnormalities in these patients and should not be disregarded.AIM To evaluate the association between components of sarcopenia and demographic,clinical,lifestyle,nutritional,and biochemical variables in CHB patients.METHODS Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry(DXA)was used to assess muscle mass by quantifying appendicular lean mass(ALM)adjusted for body mass index(ALMBMI).Muscle function was evaluated by hand grip strength(HGS)and the timed up and go test.Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease(MAFLD)was defined according to the criteria proposed by an international expert panel.A body shape index and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire were used to assess central obesity and physical activity level,respectively.RESULTS This cross-sectional study included 105 CHB outpatients followed at the tertiary care ambulatory centre(mean age,48.5±12.0 years;58.1%males;76.2%without cirrhosis;23.8%with compensated cirrhosis).The DXA-derived fat mass percentage was inversely correlated with the ALMBMI(r=-0.87)and HGS(r=-0.63).In the multivariable analysis,MAFLD,sedentarism and central obesity were positively and independently associated with low ALMBMI.MAFLD and central obesity were independently associated with low HGS.CONCLUSION MAFLD and central obesity were associated with low muscle mass and strength in patients with chronic hepatitis B,independent of the liver disease stage.展开更多
Drawing upon a Natural Resource-Based View(NRBV),this paper aims to propose a quantitative model that could be used to investigate whether Lean Manufacturing(LM)practices/tools can improve the three aspects of corpora...Drawing upon a Natural Resource-Based View(NRBV),this paper aims to propose a quantitative model that could be used to investigate whether Lean Manufacturing(LM)practices/tools can improve the three aspects of corporate sustainability performance(economic,environmental,and social).This paper is based on a theoretical study to develop a new model by reviewing the literature and proposing new ideas according to the Natural Resource-Based View(NRBV).Reviewing the literature showed that there is a significant association between LM practices/tools implementation and the improvement on three aspects of corporate sustainability performance(economic,environmental,and social).This paper provides insights to manufacturing managers about the ability of LM practices to reduce cost of operations and maximize the value provided to customers.Further,it highlighted the importance of LM practices implementation to manage organizations’activities responsibly in terms of their environmental,social,and economic effects.By proposing such a quantitative model according to a NRBV,this study contributes to a broader understanding of how LM practices affect three pillars of sustainability.展开更多
Background: Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the quantum of calories needed for optimum body function when at rest. This has long been an indicator of one’s health and the basis for determining the metabolic age of indi...Background: Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the quantum of calories needed for optimum body function when at rest. This has long been an indicator of one’s health and the basis for determining the metabolic age of individuals. Many scholastic projects have led to the establishment of mathematical models and inventions that measure the BMR and other body composition parameters. However, existing computations have limitations as they do not offer accurate results for Ghanaians. Aim: The purpose of the study was to model BMR metrics that are most suitable for Ghanaians and to investigate the effect of caloric difference on weight, Lean Body Mass (LBM) and % fat composition that can be implemented with Information Technology. Research Methods and Procedures: This was an experimental study that adopted a quantitative approach. BMR and body composition were measured in a sample of 242 Ghanaian adults (141 males and 101 females) from 19 to 30 years of age. Body composition was measured using bioelectrical impendence analysis (BIA) in all participants. Each participant was under study for 7 days. A simple linear regression model was used to examine associations between BMR/calorie intake and total body weight and LBM. Results: There was a significant statistical relation between BMR and LBM and between BMR and weight of both men and women. Equations for BMR and weight were established for males and females. Furthermore, caloric intake differences affected changes in total weight as well as differences in % fat composition. Caloric intake however did not affect the difference in LBM. Conclusion: Caloric difference had an impact on total body weight and Lean Body Mass. The model derived from the study predicts weight change and BMR of Ghanaians from 19 to 30 years of age. It is termed the Health and Age Monitoring System (HAMS).展开更多
BACKGROUND Observational studies have suggested that depression is associated with sarcopenia.However,the causal relationship between depression and sarcopenia remains unclear.AIM To investigate the causal relationshi...BACKGROUND Observational studies have suggested that depression is associated with sarcopenia.However,the causal relationship between depression and sarcopenia remains unclear.AIM To investigate the causal relationship between depression and sarcopenia.METHODS We performed a Mendelian randomization(MR)analysis to identify the bidirectional relationship between depression and sarcopenia-related traits.Summarylevel data and independent variants used as instrumental variables came from large genome-wide association studies of depression(414055 cases and 892299 controls),of appendicular lean mass(ALM,450243 participants),and of hand grip strength(exposure:360000 participants;outcome:334925 participants).RESULTS We identified a negative association of depression with lower ALM[odds ratio(OR):0.932,95%confidence interval(95%CI):0.889-0.979,P=0.005].In the reverse MR analysis,we also observed an inverse association of hand grip strength with depression(OR:0.200,95%CI:0.108-0.370,P<0.001).Similar results were obtained in sensitivity analyses.CONCLUSION Depression was causally related to decreased muscle mass,and declined muscle strength might lead to a higher risk of depression.展开更多
文摘The hydrogen tank of LM-5 first stage passed the helium mass spectrum leak test recently, completing all the tests in the manufacturing phase and that the quality of products met the design requirement. The first-stage hydrogen tank is the largest one among all the tanks of LM-5, as well as the
基金support by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation(Ref:PID2020-117302RA-I00)La Caixa Foundation(Ref:LCF/BQ/PR19/11700007)+3 种基金the University of Granada Plan Propio de Investigación 2021-Excellence actions:Unit of Excellence on Exercise,Nutrition,and Health(UCEENS)and by CIBEROBN,Centro de Investigación Biomédica en Red(CB22/3/00058)Instituto de Salud Carlos III,Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación and Unión Europea-European Regional Development FundAMP was also recipient of a predoctoral fellowship(FPU20/05530)by the Spanish Ministry of Education,Culture and SportEUG was supported by the Maria Zambrano fellowship by the Ministerio de Universidades y la Unión Europea-NextGenerationEU.
文摘Background Pediatric cancer survivors are at increased risk of muscle weakness and low areal bone mineral density(aBMD).However,the prevalence of muscle strength deficits is not well documented,and the associations of muscle strength with aBMD are unknown in this population.Therefore,this study aimed to investigate the prevalence of upper-and lower-body muscle strength deficits and to examine the associations of upper-and lower-body muscle strength with age-,sex,and race-specific aBMD Z-scores at the total body,total hip,femoral neck,and lumbar spine.Methods This cross-sectional study included 116 pediatric cancer survivors(12.1±3.3 years old,mean±SD;42.2%female).Upper-and lower-body muscle strength were assessed by handgrip and standing long jump test,respectively.Dual‑energy X‑ray absorptiometry was used to measure aBMD(g/cm2).Associations between muscle strength and aBMD were evaluated in multivariable linear regression models.Logistic regression was used to evaluate the contribution of muscle strength(1-decile lower)to the odds of having low aBMD(Z-score≤1.0).All analyses were adjusted for time from treatment completion,radiotherapy exposure,and body mass index.Results More than one-half of survivors were within the 2 lowest deciles for upper-(56.9%)and lower-body muscle strength(60.0%)in comparison to age-and sex-specific reference values.Muscle strength deficits were associated with lower aBMD Z-scores at all sites(B=0.133–0.258,p=0.001–0.032).Each 1-decile lower in upper-body muscle strength was associated with 30%–95%higher odds of having low aBMD Z-scores at all sites.Each 1-decile lower in lower-body muscle strength was associated with 35%–70%higher odds of having low aBMD Z-scores at total body,total hip,and femoral neck.Conclusion Muscle strength deficits are prevalent in young pediatric cancer survivors,and such deficits are associated with lower aBMD Z-scores at all sites.These results suggest that interventions designed to improve muscle strength in this vulnerable population may have the added benefit of improving aBMD.
文摘Objective: To characterize relationships between peak O2 uptake (VO2max) and fat free mass (FFM) in adult sedentary and in young and adult athletes. Methods: Healthy adult male sedentary workers or students reporting no regular physical activity in the last six months (n = 61, 31.0 ± 0.95 years) and young (n = 63, 15.8 ± 0.16 years) or adult (n = 85, 25.9 ± 0.48 years) males athletes were studied. Sports were classified according to their MET intensity. Bruce’s treadmill protocol served to measure VO2max. Weight and seven skin-fold thicknesses were used to estimate body density and FFM. Subjects signed informed-consent forms before the tests. Results: The significant correlations (R2 = 0.48, p 2max or of log FFM with log VO2max (R2 = 0.53, p 2 = 0.34 & 0.30), and not significant (R2 = 0.19 & 0.17, p > 0.05) in sedentary subjects. Stepwise multiple regression analysis (R2 = 0.65) indicated that VO2max depended on FFM, heart rates and MET intensity of practiced sport in athletes. In sedentary subjects VO2max was insignificantly (R2 = 0.18) related to flexibility. Discussion: Skin-fold based FFM reliably reflects maximally active muscle mass in young athletes, to a lesser extent in adult athletes but not in adult sedentary subjects. In sedentary, VO2max is often limited by local pain and fatigue and does not reflect the capacity of the oxygen extraction system. In sedentary, varying proportions of surface fat, muscle and bone increase variability in the relationship between skinfolds and FFM.
基金supported by National Nature Science Foundation of China(NSFC22078228)。
文摘Lean electrolyte usage in lithium–sulfur battery(LSB)meets the demand of the high energy density.However,lean condition makes the electrolyte-related interface discrete,leading to retardation of ion transfer that depends on interfaces.Consequently,electrochemical reactions face restraint.Herein,lithium polyacrylate acid(LiPAA)with short-chain anions(molecular weight of 2000)is introduced into the cathode.Because of the polysulfide(PS)-philic instinct of the short-chain PAA anions,short-chain PS is captured inside of the cathode.In addition,LiPAA supplies Li^(+)to the short-chain PS captured.The strong interaction between Li_(2)S_(4)and LiPAA effectively decreases Li_(2)S_(4)migration to the anode during discharging.In a sense,the ion mass transfer pattern is thus changed comparing to traditional long-way mode between cathode and anode.Galvanostatic intermittent titration technique(GITT)proves that the interfacial reaction resistance is greatly decreased in the region where Li_(2)S_(x)(x≤4)reduction contributes most.In the same time,the reversibility of electrochemical reduction/oxidation is improved.Owing to the accelerated Li_(2)S_(x)(x≤4)reduction,Li implanting of only 0.3 wt.%plus O introduction up to 1.4 wt.%enables the LSB perform well even with 1/4 of regular electrolyte dosage(5μL mg^(-1))and high-sulfur loading(4.2 mg cm^(-2)),increasing its rate capacity C_(0.8/0.5)from 52.6%(without the LiPAA)to 92.3%(with the LiP AA)as well as a capacity of 518.7 mAh g^(-1)after 400 cycles at 0.8 mA cm^(-2).
基金Supported by the Funda??o de AmparoàPesquisa do Estado de Minas Gerais,No.APQ-02320-18。
文摘BACKGROUND Although the prognostic relevance of sarcopenia has been increasingly recognised in the context of liver disease,there is a paucity of data evaluating body composition in patients with chronic hepatitis B(CHB).Beyond virus-related factors,nutritional and metabolic aspects can be associated with skeletal muscle abnormalities in these patients and should not be disregarded.AIM To evaluate the association between components of sarcopenia and demographic,clinical,lifestyle,nutritional,and biochemical variables in CHB patients.METHODS Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry(DXA)was used to assess muscle mass by quantifying appendicular lean mass(ALM)adjusted for body mass index(ALMBMI).Muscle function was evaluated by hand grip strength(HGS)and the timed up and go test.Metabolic-associated fatty liver disease(MAFLD)was defined according to the criteria proposed by an international expert panel.A body shape index and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire were used to assess central obesity and physical activity level,respectively.RESULTS This cross-sectional study included 105 CHB outpatients followed at the tertiary care ambulatory centre(mean age,48.5±12.0 years;58.1%males;76.2%without cirrhosis;23.8%with compensated cirrhosis).The DXA-derived fat mass percentage was inversely correlated with the ALMBMI(r=-0.87)and HGS(r=-0.63).In the multivariable analysis,MAFLD,sedentarism and central obesity were positively and independently associated with low ALMBMI.MAFLD and central obesity were independently associated with low HGS.CONCLUSION MAFLD and central obesity were associated with low muscle mass and strength in patients with chronic hepatitis B,independent of the liver disease stage.
文摘Drawing upon a Natural Resource-Based View(NRBV),this paper aims to propose a quantitative model that could be used to investigate whether Lean Manufacturing(LM)practices/tools can improve the three aspects of corporate sustainability performance(economic,environmental,and social).This paper is based on a theoretical study to develop a new model by reviewing the literature and proposing new ideas according to the Natural Resource-Based View(NRBV).Reviewing the literature showed that there is a significant association between LM practices/tools implementation and the improvement on three aspects of corporate sustainability performance(economic,environmental,and social).This paper provides insights to manufacturing managers about the ability of LM practices to reduce cost of operations and maximize the value provided to customers.Further,it highlighted the importance of LM practices implementation to manage organizations’activities responsibly in terms of their environmental,social,and economic effects.By proposing such a quantitative model according to a NRBV,this study contributes to a broader understanding of how LM practices affect three pillars of sustainability.
文摘Background: Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) is the quantum of calories needed for optimum body function when at rest. This has long been an indicator of one’s health and the basis for determining the metabolic age of individuals. Many scholastic projects have led to the establishment of mathematical models and inventions that measure the BMR and other body composition parameters. However, existing computations have limitations as they do not offer accurate results for Ghanaians. Aim: The purpose of the study was to model BMR metrics that are most suitable for Ghanaians and to investigate the effect of caloric difference on weight, Lean Body Mass (LBM) and % fat composition that can be implemented with Information Technology. Research Methods and Procedures: This was an experimental study that adopted a quantitative approach. BMR and body composition were measured in a sample of 242 Ghanaian adults (141 males and 101 females) from 19 to 30 years of age. Body composition was measured using bioelectrical impendence analysis (BIA) in all participants. Each participant was under study for 7 days. A simple linear regression model was used to examine associations between BMR/calorie intake and total body weight and LBM. Results: There was a significant statistical relation between BMR and LBM and between BMR and weight of both men and women. Equations for BMR and weight were established for males and females. Furthermore, caloric intake differences affected changes in total weight as well as differences in % fat composition. Caloric intake however did not affect the difference in LBM. Conclusion: Caloric difference had an impact on total body weight and Lean Body Mass. The model derived from the study predicts weight change and BMR of Ghanaians from 19 to 30 years of age. It is termed the Health and Age Monitoring System (HAMS).
基金Zhejiang Province Traditional Chinese Medicine Science and Technology Project,No.2023ZR075.
文摘BACKGROUND Observational studies have suggested that depression is associated with sarcopenia.However,the causal relationship between depression and sarcopenia remains unclear.AIM To investigate the causal relationship between depression and sarcopenia.METHODS We performed a Mendelian randomization(MR)analysis to identify the bidirectional relationship between depression and sarcopenia-related traits.Summarylevel data and independent variants used as instrumental variables came from large genome-wide association studies of depression(414055 cases and 892299 controls),of appendicular lean mass(ALM,450243 participants),and of hand grip strength(exposure:360000 participants;outcome:334925 participants).RESULTS We identified a negative association of depression with lower ALM[odds ratio(OR):0.932,95%confidence interval(95%CI):0.889-0.979,P=0.005].In the reverse MR analysis,we also observed an inverse association of hand grip strength with depression(OR:0.200,95%CI:0.108-0.370,P<0.001).Similar results were obtained in sensitivity analyses.CONCLUSION Depression was causally related to decreased muscle mass,and declined muscle strength might lead to a higher risk of depression.
