Publications by authors named "A Varner"

Background: Behavioral economic theory suggests that the value of alcohol depends upon elements of the choice context, such that increasing constraints on alternatives (e.g., price) or increasing the benefits of alcohol (e.

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Objective: Social environment is a key determinant of substance use, but cannabis-related social network analysis is not common, in part because of the assessment burden of comprehensive egocentric social network analysis.

Method: The current pre-registered secondary analysis assessed the psychometric properties (i.e.

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In this paper, an approach for optimizing sub-Nyquist lenses using an end-to-end physics-informed deep neural network is presented. The simulation and optimization of these sub-Nyquist lenses is investigated for image quality, classification performance, or both. This approach integrates a diffractive optical model with a deep learning classifier, forming a unified optimization framework that facilitates simultaneous simulation and optimization.

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Wild canids serve as reservoir for various vector-borne pathogens of veterinary and medical importance, including the canine heartworm, . In North and Central America, coyotes () may be a relevant reservoir host for heartworm transmission. The objective of this study was to determine the occurrence of in coyotes across Texas using integrated antigen detection test and molecular assays.

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Aims: Despite the magnitude and protracted nature of the Rohingya refugee situation, there is limited information on the culture, mental health and psychosocial wellbeing of this group. This paper, drawing on a report commissioned by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), aims to provide a comprehensive synthesis of the literature on mental health and psychosocial wellbeing of Rohingya refugees, including an examination of associated cultural factors. The ultimate objective is to assist humanitarian actors and agencies in providing culturally relevant Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) for Rohingya refugees displaced to Bangladesh and other neighbouring countries.

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