Publications by authors named "T D Beynon"

Machine learning (ML) models have long overlooked innateness: how strong pressures for survival lead to the encoding of complex behaviors in the nascent wiring of a brain. Here, we derive a neurodevelopmental encoding of artificial neural networks that considers the weight matrix of a neural network to be emergent from well-studied rules of neuronal compatibility. Rather than updating the network's weights directly, we improve task fitness by updating the neurons' wiring rules, thereby mirroring evolutionary selection on brain development.

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Background: Cutaneous T-cell lymphomas (CTCL) are rare cancers, which can be difficult to diagnose, are incurable and adversely affect quality of life, particularly in advanced disease. Families often provide care, but little is known about their experiences or needs while caring for their relative with advanced disease or in bereavement.

Objectives: To explore the experiences of bereaved family caregivers of patients with CTCL.

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Background: Primary cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a rare but prevalent condition which can have a significant impact on many aspects of quality of life. However, there is little evidence of patients' lived experience of CTCL.

Objectives: To understand in greater depth patients' experiences of living and coping with CTCL, and to inform the development of models of care for this population in line with U.

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Background: Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is a rare, progressive cancer that can be life limiting and highly disfiguring. Patients with CTCL experience poor quality of life; however, there is little published about the experiences of their families.

Objectives: To describe the impact of CTCL on family members and how they cope and adjust, to inform support services.

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Background: Primary cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) is progressive, can cause significant symptoms, and impacts on quality of life. Therefore supportive and palliative care might have a role in the care of patients and families.

Objectives: To identify and appraise the available peer-reviewed evidence on the supportive and palliative care needs of patients and their caregivers.

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