Cloud computing is a technology that allows the end-users to access the network through a shared area of resources.As the demand for the cloud computing increases,vulnerabilities in the service provision also increase...Cloud computing is a technology that allows the end-users to access the network through a shared area of resources.As the demand for the cloud computing increases,vulnerabilities in the service provision also increase.EDoS is one of the attacks that take over the provider,financially affecting the various organizations which use the cloud data.This paper utilizes fuzzy entropy and lion neural learner(FLNL)for the classification of cloud users to mitigate EDoS attacks in the cloud.This technique includes a training phase,which creates a log file using various parameters and then transforms the features into database considering certain key features.There are two important stages in this classification approach:feature selection and classification.Here,the fuzzy entropy function is utilized for feature selection which effectively selects useful features without information loss.The classification is performed using lion neural learner(LNL)which incorporates Lion algorithm(LA)into the neural network and uses Levenberg–Marquardt(LM)algorithm.The experimental results finalize that the proposed FLNL is effective with 89%precision,78%recall,and 83.13%of f-measure compared with the existing Na¨ıve Bayes(NB),Neural Network+Back Propagation(NN+BP),and Neural Network+Levenberg–Marquardt(NN+LM).展开更多
Aim: We demonstrated the risk of developing islet autoantibodies-Insulin Autoanti-bodies (IAAs) and Islets cell Autoantibodies (ICAs)-in type-1 diabetic relatives and newly diagnosed type-1 patients compared to non-di...Aim: We demonstrated the risk of developing islet autoantibodies-Insulin Autoanti-bodies (IAAs) and Islets cell Autoantibodies (ICAs)-in type-1 diabetic relatives and newly diagnosed type-1 patients compared to non-diabetic controls. We also aimed to determine the predictive strengths of both autoantibodies in the development of type-1 diabetes mellitus, and which of the two autoantibodies is a better predictive marker of type-1 diabetes mellitus among Nigerian adults. Methodology: A total number of four hundred and fifty five (455) subjects (211 (46%) males, and 244 (54%) females) aged between 35 - 76 years were recruited for the study. IAA and ICA levels were estimated using ELISA reagents from Biomerica Inc. Other parameters such as fasting blood sugar, urine glucose, and urine protein were assessed using standard biochemical techniques. Results: Relatives of type-1 diabetic patients and newly diagnosed type-1 diabetic patients were at greater risk (p < 0.05) of testing positive for more than one autoantibody (ICA and IAA) compared to non-diabetic controls. In addition, IAAs appeared to be better predictors or markers of type-1 diabetes mellitus compared to ICAs. Conclusion: The present study indicated a greater risk of autoim-mune destruction of the insulin producing beta cells of the pancrease of the type-1 relatives and newly diagnosed type-1 patients and suggests the need for periodic re-cruitment of individuals in the general population, siblings and relatives of type-1 diabetic patients for planned intervention trials. In addition, IAAs appeared to be better autoimmune markers of type-1 diabetes compared to ICAs.展开更多
The present paper covers a kind of localized orbitals, namely bond-distorted or-bitals in the valence bond calculation. Test calculation on benzene is reported. The results indicate that Dewar structures are important...The present paper covers a kind of localized orbitals, namely bond-distorted or-bitals in the valence bond calculation. Test calculation on benzene is reported. The results indicate that Dewar structures are important in the description of benzene.展开更多
The rural commodity economy in the Edo period developed by leaps and bounds under the influence of institution,policy,technology and other factors. From the mid 17 th century,the specific area of cash crops gradually ...The rural commodity economy in the Edo period developed by leaps and bounds under the influence of institution,policy,technology and other factors. From the mid 17 th century,the specific area of cash crops gradually took shape in Japan and the largescale cultivation of cash crops greatly promoted the development of rural handicrafts,thereby creating the conditions for the initiation of the capitalist relations of production. The development of rural commodity economy not only changed the traditional mode of operation and production of Japanese farmers,but also accelerated the class differentiation,shook and disintegrated the economic foundation and class basis of Bakuhan society,and created the preconditions for the later Meiji Restoration.展开更多
<strong>Background/Aim:</strong> Quality of life is reduced in people living with leprosy as a result of its impact on human activities. Lipid profile means pattern of lipids in the blood, which is routine...<strong>Background/Aim:</strong> Quality of life is reduced in people living with leprosy as a result of its impact on human activities. Lipid profile means pattern of lipids in the blood, which is routinely done to assess cardiovascular risk. The aim of this study is to assess the risk of cardiovascular diseases among the leprosy patients settlement at Ossiomo-Ogan, Edo state. <strong>Method:</strong> Blood samples were collected from a total number of one hundred and eight (108) (57 leprosy patients and 51 controls) subjects. The lipid profiles of the participants were determined using standard methods. <strong>Results:</strong> Significantly (p < 0.001) higher mean serum levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL in leprosy patients compared with the healthy controls were obtained. There is significant positive correlation between artherogenic index and levels of total cholesterol (r = 0.663;p < 0.001);triglyceride (r = 0.901;p < 0.001);HDL (r = 0.284;p = 0.003);and LDL (r = 0.626;p < 0.001) in leprosy patients. However, all the control subjects and 54 (94.7%) of the leprosy patients had low cardiovascular disease risk, while 3 (2.8%) indicated moderate CVD risk. None of the participants had high risk of developing cardiovascular disease. <strong>Conclusion:</strong> In this study, lipid profile levels of leprosy patients significantly increased despite moderate level of BMI. This study also showed significant positive correlation between the anthrogenic index of plasma and all the lipid profile. Many of the leprosy patients are not conscious of their diet which was tilted towards heavy carbohydrate and fatty meals. None of the participants is at high risk of cardiovascular diseases but the risk may increase with further elevation of the lipid profiles. Efforts should be made by all stakeholders to improve on the awareness of leprosy disease and encourage the sufferers to live decent lives.展开更多
文摘Cloud computing is a technology that allows the end-users to access the network through a shared area of resources.As the demand for the cloud computing increases,vulnerabilities in the service provision also increase.EDoS is one of the attacks that take over the provider,financially affecting the various organizations which use the cloud data.This paper utilizes fuzzy entropy and lion neural learner(FLNL)for the classification of cloud users to mitigate EDoS attacks in the cloud.This technique includes a training phase,which creates a log file using various parameters and then transforms the features into database considering certain key features.There are two important stages in this classification approach:feature selection and classification.Here,the fuzzy entropy function is utilized for feature selection which effectively selects useful features without information loss.The classification is performed using lion neural learner(LNL)which incorporates Lion algorithm(LA)into the neural network and uses Levenberg–Marquardt(LM)algorithm.The experimental results finalize that the proposed FLNL is effective with 89%precision,78%recall,and 83.13%of f-measure compared with the existing Na¨ıve Bayes(NB),Neural Network+Back Propagation(NN+BP),and Neural Network+Levenberg–Marquardt(NN+LM).
文摘Aim: We demonstrated the risk of developing islet autoantibodies-Insulin Autoanti-bodies (IAAs) and Islets cell Autoantibodies (ICAs)-in type-1 diabetic relatives and newly diagnosed type-1 patients compared to non-diabetic controls. We also aimed to determine the predictive strengths of both autoantibodies in the development of type-1 diabetes mellitus, and which of the two autoantibodies is a better predictive marker of type-1 diabetes mellitus among Nigerian adults. Methodology: A total number of four hundred and fifty five (455) subjects (211 (46%) males, and 244 (54%) females) aged between 35 - 76 years were recruited for the study. IAA and ICA levels were estimated using ELISA reagents from Biomerica Inc. Other parameters such as fasting blood sugar, urine glucose, and urine protein were assessed using standard biochemical techniques. Results: Relatives of type-1 diabetic patients and newly diagnosed type-1 diabetic patients were at greater risk (p < 0.05) of testing positive for more than one autoantibody (ICA and IAA) compared to non-diabetic controls. In addition, IAAs appeared to be better predictors or markers of type-1 diabetes mellitus compared to ICAs. Conclusion: The present study indicated a greater risk of autoim-mune destruction of the insulin producing beta cells of the pancrease of the type-1 relatives and newly diagnosed type-1 patients and suggests the need for periodic re-cruitment of individuals in the general population, siblings and relatives of type-1 diabetic patients for planned intervention trials. In addition, IAAs appeared to be better autoimmune markers of type-1 diabetes compared to ICAs.
基金A state major key project for basic researches supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘The present paper covers a kind of localized orbitals, namely bond-distorted or-bitals in the valence bond calculation. Test calculation on benzene is reported. The results indicate that Dewar structures are important in the description of benzene.
基金Supported by Project of Introducing International Advanced Forestry Science and Technology(2014-4-45)
文摘The rural commodity economy in the Edo period developed by leaps and bounds under the influence of institution,policy,technology and other factors. From the mid 17 th century,the specific area of cash crops gradually took shape in Japan and the largescale cultivation of cash crops greatly promoted the development of rural handicrafts,thereby creating the conditions for the initiation of the capitalist relations of production. The development of rural commodity economy not only changed the traditional mode of operation and production of Japanese farmers,but also accelerated the class differentiation,shook and disintegrated the economic foundation and class basis of Bakuhan society,and created the preconditions for the later Meiji Restoration.
文摘<strong>Background/Aim:</strong> Quality of life is reduced in people living with leprosy as a result of its impact on human activities. Lipid profile means pattern of lipids in the blood, which is routinely done to assess cardiovascular risk. The aim of this study is to assess the risk of cardiovascular diseases among the leprosy patients settlement at Ossiomo-Ogan, Edo state. <strong>Method:</strong> Blood samples were collected from a total number of one hundred and eight (108) (57 leprosy patients and 51 controls) subjects. The lipid profiles of the participants were determined using standard methods. <strong>Results:</strong> Significantly (p < 0.001) higher mean serum levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL in leprosy patients compared with the healthy controls were obtained. There is significant positive correlation between artherogenic index and levels of total cholesterol (r = 0.663;p < 0.001);triglyceride (r = 0.901;p < 0.001);HDL (r = 0.284;p = 0.003);and LDL (r = 0.626;p < 0.001) in leprosy patients. However, all the control subjects and 54 (94.7%) of the leprosy patients had low cardiovascular disease risk, while 3 (2.8%) indicated moderate CVD risk. None of the participants had high risk of developing cardiovascular disease. <strong>Conclusion:</strong> In this study, lipid profile levels of leprosy patients significantly increased despite moderate level of BMI. This study also showed significant positive correlation between the anthrogenic index of plasma and all the lipid profile. Many of the leprosy patients are not conscious of their diet which was tilted towards heavy carbohydrate and fatty meals. None of the participants is at high risk of cardiovascular diseases but the risk may increase with further elevation of the lipid profiles. Efforts should be made by all stakeholders to improve on the awareness of leprosy disease and encourage the sufferers to live decent lives.