Efficient Greedy Algorithms for Influence Maximization in Social Networks

( Jia Guo Lv ),( Jing Feng Guo ),( Hui Xiao Ren ) 한국정보처리학회 2014 Journal of information processing systems Vol.10 No.3

Influence maximization is an important problem of finding a small subset of nodes in a social network, such that by targeting this set, one will maximize the expected spread of influence in the network. To improve the efficiency of algorithm KK_Greedy proposed by Kempe et al., we propose two improved algorithms, Lv_NewGreedy and Lv_CELF. By combining all of advantages of these two algorithms, we propose a mixed algorithm Lv_MixedGreedy. We conducted experiments on two synthetically datasets and show that our improved algorithms have a matching influence with their benchmark algorithms, while being faster than them.

Modeling of the phase equilibria of aqueous two-phase systems using three-dimensional neural network

Hui-Chao Lv,Da Yong Tian 한국화학공학회 2017 Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering Vol.34 No.1

A three-dimensional neural network model has been designed for representing the phase equilibrium data related to aqueous two-phase systems. The polyvinyl pyrrolidone/phosphate/water system was selected as the model system to demonstrate the point of interest. The collected experimental data were categorized into two subsets, training and validation sets, not only to find the suitable network configuration but also to prevent the overfitting problem. Meanwhile, the weight comparison method was proposed to optimize the three-dimensional neural net. The results of accuracy comparison indicate that it outperforms the two-dimensional neural network on some details and can further enhance the calculation accuracy of the phase equilibrium data for these investigated aqueous two-phase systems. The development of the neural network in the three-dimensional space should be a research project of concern.

Correlation of Liquid-Liquid Equilibrium of Four Binary Hydrocarbon-Water Systems, Using an Improved Artificial Neural Network Model

Lv, Hui-Chao,Shen, Yan-Hong Korean Chemical Society 2013 대한화학회지 Vol.57 No.3

A back propagation artificial neural network model with one hidden layer is established to correlate the liquid-liquid equilibrium data of hydrocarbon-water systems. The model has four inputs and two outputs. The network is systematically trained with 48 data points in the range of 283.15 to 405.37K. Statistical analyses show that the optimised neural network model can yield excellent agreement with experimental data(the average absolute deviations equal to 0.037% and 0.0012% for the correlated mole fractions of hydrocarbon in two coexisting liquid phases respectively). The comparison in terms of average absolute deviation between the correlated mole fractions for each binary system and literature results indicates that the artificial neural network model gives far better results. This study also shows that artificial neural network model could be developed for the phase equilibria for a family of hydrocarbon-water binaries.

A newly developed tridimensional neural network for prediction of the phase equilibria of six aqueous two-phase systems

Hui-Chao Lv,Yong Zheng 한국공업화학회 2018 Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Vol.57 No.-

A newly developed tridimensional neural network (TRDNN) has been utilized to represent the phaseequilibria of six polyethylene glycol (PEG)-inorganic salt aqueous two-phase systems (ATPSs).18 data setstotaling 108 experimental data in the temperature range (298.2–318.2 K) were categorized into training,test and validation sets in order to teach the model about the input-output relationships and validate itspredictive ability. The optimal configuration of the model was found to be {5, [3,4,5], 3} and the systemerror for the training process was determined as 0.0055. Results indicate that the TRDNN model hasbetter prediction performance as compared to the two-dimensional model. The standard deviationscorresponding to three data sets for the TRDNN model were 0.0057, 0.0068 and 0.0055, while those forthe two-dimensional model were 0.0065, 0.0078 and 0.0062, respectively. Moreover, it incorporates themolecular weight of polymer, salt type and temperature in one model and can reflect the effects of thesefactors on the phase behavior of these ATPSs correctly.

Defect Detection in the Winding Layer of CNG Composite-Wound Cylindersvirtue of minimal mechanism is that it allows

Hui Lv,Gongtian Shen,Yue Yu,Lixiong Zhu,Rui Zhou 한국정밀공학회 2021 International Journal of Precision Engineering and Vol.22 No.12

Natural gas vehicles have been widely used around the world as a mode of green transportation. The defect detection method for a vehicle cylinder, which is the energy storage component of a natural gas vehicle, is essential for ensuring safety. Current vehicle cylinder testing methods are relatively simple and cannot quickly and accurately detect internal defects in the winding layer of the cylinder. In this study, the effect of winding layer defects on the temperature behavior of cylinders during filling was studied using finite element simulation and infrared thermal imaging technology. The results show that a defect in the winding layer acts as a source of thermal resistance that hinders heat transfer. The more serious the defect is, the greater the hindrance of the heat transfer is. According to this principle, an evaluation model based on the R parameter was developed for the temperature changes due to defects, and a method for quantitatively correlating the maximum R value with the defect depth was established, thereby providing a practical approach for the rapid detection and evaluation of defects in cylinder winding layers.

Simultaneous Single-Position Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion Surgery and Unilateral Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Fixation for Spondylolisthesis

Hui Lv,Yu Sheng Yang,Jian Hong Zhou,Yuan Guo,Hui Chen,Fei Luo,Jian Zhong Xu,Zhong Rong Zhang,Ze Hua Zhang 대한척추신경외과학회 2023 Neurospine Vol.20 No.3

Objective: To evaluate the clinical and radiological efficacy of a combine of lateral single screw-rod and unilateral percutaneous pedicle screw fixation (LSUP) for lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) in the treatment of spondylolisthesis. Methods: Sixty-two consecutive patients with lumbar spondylolisthesis who underwent minimally invasive (MIS)-TLIF with bilateral pedicle screw (BPS) or LLIF-LSUP were retrospectively studied. Segmental lordosis angle (SLA), lumbar lordosis angle (LLA), disc height (DH), slipping percentage, the cross-sectional areas (CSA) of the thecal sac, screw placement accuracy, fusion rate and foraminal height (FH) were used to evaluate radiographic changes postoperatively. Visual analogue scale (VAS) and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) were used to evaluate the clinical efficacy. Results: Patients who underwent LLIF-LSUP showed shorter operating time, less length of hospital stay and lower blood loss than MIS-TLIF. No statistical difference was found between the 2 groups in screw placement accuracy, overall complications, VAS, and ODI. Compared with MIS-TLIF-BPS, LLIF-LSUP had a significant improvement in sagittal parameters including DH, FH, LLA, and SLA. The CSA of MIS-TLIF-BPS was significantly increased than that of LLIF-LSUP. The fusion rate of LLIF-LSUP was significantly higher than that of MIS-TLIF-BPS at the follow-up of 3 months postoperatively, but there was no statistical difference between the 2 groups at the follow-up of 6 months, 9 months, and 12 months. Conclusion: The overall clinical outcomes and complications of LLIF-LSUP were comparable to that of MIS-TLIF-BPS in this series. Compared with MIS-TLIF-BPS, LLIF-LSUP for lumbar spondylolisthesis represents a significantly shorter operating time, hospital stay and lower blood loss, and demonstrates better radiological outcomes to maintain lumbar lordosis, and reveal an overwhelming superiority in the early fusion rate.

Regulatory Role of SFN Gene in Hepatocellular Carcinoma and Its Mechanism

Ying Hui,Hao Zeng,Yi Feng,Wenzhou Qin,Peisheng Chen,Lifang Huang,Wenfu Zhong,Liwen Lin,Hui Lv,Xue Qin 한국생물공학회 2021 Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering Vol.26 No.3

Purpose: This study aims to explore the differential expression of SFN gene and its regulatory role in different hepatocarcinoma cells, and the impact on hepatocarcinoma. Materials and Methods: High and low SFN expression cells were screened by qRT-PCR and western blotting methods. SFN over expression and interference vectors were constructed. Cell viability was detected by CCK8 kit, cell cycle and apoptosis were detected by flow cytometry. Cell invasion and migration were detected. CCNB1 and CDK1 expression levels were detected by qRT-PCR and Western blotting methods. Results: The high SFN expression BEL7402 cells and the low SFN expression Hep3B cells were screened from Hep3B, HepG2, and BEL7402 cells. The activity of Hep3B cells overexpression vector SFNpcDNA3.1(+) decreased and apoptosis increased, the ratio of G0/G1 decreased and the ratio of S phase increased. The activity of BEL7402 cells transfected with SFN siRNA decreased and apoptosis increased, the ratio of G0/G1 decreased and the ratio of G2/M increased. Interference and overexpression vectors have little effect on the invasion and migration of the two cells. The expression of CDK1 in Hep3B cells decreased significantly, the expression of CDK1 and CCNB1 in BEL7402 cells increased significantly. Conclusions: The differentially expressed SFN gene can regulate the growth of the two hepatocarcinoma cells, high expression of SFN gene can inhibit their growth. The mechanism may be achieved by regulating CCNB1 and CDK1 expression.

A regression for estimating metabolizable glucose in diets of weaned piglets for optimal growth performance

Lv, Liangkang,Feng, Zhi,Zhang, Dandan,Lei, Long,Zhang, Hui,Liu, Zhengya,Ren, Ying,Zhao, Shengjun Asian Australasian Association of Animal Productio 2021 Animal Bioscience Vol.34 No.10

Objective: Two experiments were conducted to provide a new approach for evaluating feed nutritional value by metabolizable glucose (MG) in piglet diets with different levels of starch and crude fiber. In Exp 1, a regression equation for MG was generated. In Exp 2, the equation was verified, and the optimal growth performance of piglets under appropriate MG levels was tested. Methods: In Exp 1, 20 weaned piglets (7.74±0.81 kg body weight [BW]) were randomly assigned to 1 of 4 treatments, including the basal diet containing different levels of MG (starch, 25.80%, 31.67%, 45.71%, 49.36%; crude fiber, 1.23%, 1.35%, 1.80%, 1.51%). The piglets were implanted with an ileal fistula, cannulation of the carotid artery, portal vein, and mesenteric artery. The chyme from the ileum fistula and blood samples were collected. In Exp 2, 30 weaned piglets (8.96±0.50 kg BW) were randomly assigned to 1 of 5 treatments, including the experimental diets with different levels of MG (37.6, 132.5, 300.0, 354.3, and 412.5 g/kg). The piglets' BW, and feed consumption were recorded to calculate growth performance during the 28-d experiment. Results: In Exp 1, the MG levels in 4 diets were 239.62, 280.68, 400.79, and 454.35 g/kg. The regression equation for the MG levels and dietary nutrients was: Y (MG) = 12.13×X₁ (starch)+23.18×X₂ (crude fiber)-196.44 (R² = 0.9989, p = 0.033). In Exp 2, treatments with 132.5 and 300.0 g/kg MG significantly (p<0.05) increased average daily gain and feed conversion efficiency of weaned piglets, increased digestibility of crude fat, and had no effect on digestibility of crude protein compared to 300.0 to 412.5 g/kg MG. Conclusion: The pig model combining the ileum fistula and cannulation of blood vessels was successfully used to determine the dietary MG levels. The recommended MG level in weaned pig diets is 132.5 to 300.0 g/kg.

Neighbor Gradient-based Multicast Routing for Service-Oriented Applications

( Hui Wang ),( Jianbiao Mao ),( Tao Li ),( Zhigang Sun ),( Zhenghu Gong ),( Gaofeng Lv ) 한국인터넷정보학회 2012 KSII Transactions on Internet and Information Syst Vol.6 No.9

With the prevalence of diverse services-oriented applications, such as IPTV systems and on-line games, the current underlying communication networks face more and more challenges on the aspects of flexibility and adaptability. Therefore, an effective and efficient multicast routing mechanism, which can fulfill different requirements of different personalized services, is critical and significant. In this paper, we first define the neighbor gradient, which is calculated based on the weighted sum of attributes such as residual link capacity, normalized hop count, etc. Then two distributed multicast routing algorithms which are neighbor Gradient-based Multicast Routing for Static multicast membership (GMR-S) and neighbor Gradient-based Multicast Routing for Dynamic multicast membership (GMR-D), are proposed. GMR-S is suitable for static membership situation, while GMR-D can be used for the dynamic membership network environment. Experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness and efficiency of our proposed methods.

Fabrication of tubular porous titanium membrane electrode and application in electrochemical membrane reactor for treatment of wastewater

Hui Tong,Chao Yang,Yanqi Lv,Ling Wang,Koucheng Chen,Xingfu Zhou 한국공업화학회 2021 Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Vol.96 No.-

In this study, tubular titanium membrane (TTM) /SnO2-Sb/SnO2-Sb-CeO2 porous anode was fabricatedand used in continuous tubular membrane reactor for electrochemical treatment of dye wastewater. Xraydiffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and high-resolution transmission electronmicroscopy (HRTEM) were used to evaluate the morphology and microstructure of the different tubulartitanium membrane. Linear sweep voltammetry (LSV) and accelerated service life test are employed toillustrate the performance of TTM/SnO2-Sb/SnO2-Sb-CeO2 porous membrane electrode. It is found thatTTM/SnO2-Sb/SnO2-Sb-CeO2 active layer on titanium membrane has compact microstructure, high over-potential for oxygen evolution (2.10 V vs saturated calomel electrode). The effects of pore diameter,applied voltage andflow rate on the electro-catalytic property of the tubular porous electrode wereinvestigated. Study shows titanium membrane reactor with an optimized pore diameter of 10 mm has thelowest energy consumption which is important for the practical application of electrochemicaltechnology. The performance of titanium tubular membrane reactor is investigated by treatingmethylene blue (MB) wastewater under the cell voltage of 3.0–4.5 V and theflow rate of 2.5–3.5 L min 1. This continuous titanium membrane electrochemical reactor using solar cell show excellent performancein treating dye wastewater and the further potential application in electrochemical synthesis.