Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Design for test and reliability in ultimate CMOS

This session brings together specialists from the DfT, DfY and DfR domains that will address key problems together with their solutions for the 14 nm node and beyond, dealing with extremely complex chips affected by high defect levels, unpredictable and heterogeneous timing behavior, circuit degradation over time, including extreme situations related with the ultimate CMOS nodes, where all processor nodes, routers and links of single-chip massively parallel tera-device processors could comprise timing faults (such as delay faults or clock skews); a large percentage of these parts are affected by catastrophic failures; all parts experience significant performance degradations over time; and new catastrophic failures occur at low MTBF.
THE MEDIA’S PLACE IN RELIGIOUS INDIVIDUALISM: A CASE STUDY OF LAKEWOOD CHURCH

The Media’s Place in Religious Individualism: A Case Study of Lakewood Church. (May 2009) Patricia Calderon, B.A., University of California at Davis Chair of Advisory Committee: Dr. Heidi Campbell This thesis addresses how the Joel Osteen ministry uses mass media at its Lakewood church, located in Houston, Texas, and at its services around the nation. I studied this ministry’s religious use of media to understand what it communicates about the church or ministry itself. To assist in my analysis, I have applied the concept religious individualism. Herein, this concept describes an individual who sees himor herself as separate from their Christian community (or affiliation) which stems from a belief in a God who is also directly involved in the lives of individuals. Religious individualism is acted out in four observable characteristics which include: displaying emotion to seek attention, taking personal responsibility for one’s spiritual growth, expecting God’s future blessing, and seeking one’s personal needs in a church above communal needs. I used this definition to determine whether Lakewood illustrated these traits in order to make an inference on how this would inform its use of mass media. I applied both field observation skills and qualitative content analysis in this study. My own observation was used during my own observation of the Lakewood services, while content analysis was used to analyze blog and newspaper articles covering Osteen-led services. Findings from both methodologies revealed that the Osteen ministry does not
Teen Girls’ Online Participation: An Australian Study

This research investigated the online participation of Australian girls 13 years of age. The study was framed in the broad context of networked culture and the changing social environment associated with the Web 2.0 phenomenon. The participatory character of this space was considered critical to investigating teen girls’ online participation. In this landscape, new technologies and social media applications were understood to offer greater means for teen girls to engage with peers and close friends. It was presupposed that teen friendship was shifting towards more complicated and overlapping communication arrangements. The study was concerned with identifying the ways in which teen girls managed and navigated their everyday experience with peers and close friends in this context. The literature review highlighted the changing sociocultural context of everyday interaction. In particular, attention was drawn to the influence of new technologies on young people’s online safety. Online risk dominated the research scholarship and gendered practices emerged as critical avenues for exploring teen girls’ online experience. The regulatory influence of dominant discourses on teen girl’s everyday interactions and online practice came into question. Online interaction, rather than an isolated set of online actions came to be understood as a complex organisation of micro-interactions and macro-structural forces. The theoretical framework was built on the understanding that teen girls were active participants of their own experience but that this practice was situated in socially-defined parameters of structural discourses and technological opportunities and constraints.
Imperforate Hymen - a rare cause of acute abdominal pain and tenesmus: case report and review of the literature

Imperforate hymen is a rare condition that presents with amenorrhea, cyclical abdominal pains and urine retention among pubertal girls. A 14 year old girl with imperforate hymen underwent hymenotomy for hematocolpometra, having presented with abdominal pains and tenesmus.
Reported zinc, but not copper, intakes influence whole-body bone density, mineral content and T score responses to zinc and copper supplementation in healthy postmenopausal women

A supplementation trial starting with 224 postmenopausal women provided with adequate vitamin D and Ca was conducted to determine whether increased Cu and Zn intakes would reduce the risk for bone loss. Healthy women aged 51–80 years were recruited for a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Women with similar femoral neck T scores and BMI were randomly assigned to two groups of 112 each that were supplemented daily for 2 years with 600 mg Ca plus maize starch placebo or 600 mg Ca plus 2 mg Cu and 12 mg Zn. Whole-body bone mineral contents, densities and T scores were determined biannually by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, and 5 d food diaries were obtained annually. Repeated-measures ANCOVA showed that bone mineral contents, densities and T scores decreased from baseline values to year 2. A priori contrasts between baseline and year 2 indicated that the greatest decreases occurred with Cu and Zn supplementation. Based on 5 d food diaries, the negative effect was caused by Zn and mainly occurred with Zn intakes ≥ 8·0 mg/d. With Zn intakes < 8·0 mg/d, Zn supplementation apparently prevented a significant decrease in whole-body bone densities and T scores. Food diaries also indicated that Mg intakes < 237 mg/d, Cu intakes < 0·9 mg/d and Zn intakes < 8·0 mg/d are associated with poorer bone health. The findings indicate that Zn supplementation may be beneficial to bone health in postmenopausal women with usual Zn intakes < 8·0 mg/d but not in women consuming adequate amounts of Zn.
On user studies and information needs

Apart from information retrieval there is virtually no other area of information science that has occasioned as much research effort and writing as ‘user studies’. Within user studies the investigation of ‘information needs’ has been the subject of much debate and no little confusion. The aim of this paper is to attempt to reduce this confusion by devoting attention to the definition of some concepts and by proposing the basis for a theory of the motivations for information‐seeking behaviour.
Catmull-Clark surface fitting for reverse engineering applications

Reverse engineering is an approach for reconstructing a computer model from physical object through dimensional measurement and surface modelling. Various mathematical models have be discussed for the representation of free form surfaces in the context of reverse engineering applications. Most of the existing algorithms are, however, mainly developed for fitting isolated surfaces and one must smoothly connect these surfaces afterwards. This paper presents a procedure for simultaneously fitting smoothly connected multiple surfaces from point clouds with arbitrary topology. The final fitted surfaces are represented as Catmull-Clark surfaces, a network of smoothly connected bicubic B-spline surfaces with a finite number of B-spline subdivision surface patches next to extraordinary corner points. The final fitted surfaces are perfect G2 continuous across all surface boundaries except at a finite number of extraordinary points where G1 continuity is obtained. The algorithm is purely a linear least squares fitting procedure without any constraints.
GLRT-Based Spectrum Sensing for Cognitive Radio

In this paper, we propose several spectrum sensing methods designed using the generalized likelihood ratio test (GLRT) paradigm, for application in a cognitive radio network. The proposed techniques utilize the eigenvalues of the sample covariance matrix of the received signal vector, taking advantage of the fact that in practice, the primary signal in a cognitive radio environment will either occupy a subspace of dimension strictly smaller than the dimension of the observation space, or have a spectrum that is non-white. We show that by making various assumptions on the availability of side information such as noise variance and signal space dimension, several feasible algorithms result which all outperform the standard energy detector.
Programming Research Group Bsp Scheduling of Regular Patterns of Computation Bsp Scheduling of Regular Patterns of Computation

One of the major challenges of the current research in the eld of parallel computing is the development of a realistic underlying framework for the design and programming of general purpose parallel computers. The bulk-synchronous parallel (BSP) model is largely viewed as the most suitable candidate for this role, as it ooers support for both the design of scalable parallel architectures and the generation of portable parallel code. However, when considering the development of portable parallel software within the framework of the BSP model, one cannot disregard the existence of a broad basis of eecient sequential and PRAM solutions for the most various classes of problems. In fact, the recent emergence of reliable techniques for the identiication of the potential parallelism of a sequential program has rendered the automatic parallelisation of existing sequential code more compelling than ever. At rst sight, BSP simulation of PRAMs appears to be the ideal strategy for taking advantage of this wealth of potential parallelism. Unfortunately, PRAM simulation heavily relies on the future manufacturing of parallel architectures providing powerful multithreading support and fast context switching/address translation capabilities. At the same time, simulation has been proven to yield ineecient solutions when computations on dense data structures are involved. This report describes the rst stage of a project proposing BSP scheduling as an alternative to PRAM simulation in the generation of portable parallel code. After introducing the BSP programming and cost model, the report presents a brief overview of the current trends in the identiication and exploitation of potential parallelism. Then, techniques for the BSP scheduling of many regular patterns of computation which occur frequently in imperative programs are devised and analysed in terms of the BSP cost model. Finally, a whole chapter is dedicated to the mapping of generic loop nests on BSP computers. A discussion of the further stages of the project concludes the report.
A Novel Ca-binding Protein, p22, Is Required for Constitutive Membrane Traffic (*)

We have identified a novel protein, p22, required for “constitutive” exocytic membrane traffic. p22 belongs to the EF-hand superfamily of Ca-binding proteins and shows extensive similarity to the regulatory subunit of protein phosphatase 2B, calcineurin B. p22 is a cytosolic N-myristoylated protein that undergoes conformational changes upon binding of Ca. Antibodies against a p22 peptide block the targeting/fusion of transcytotic vesicles with the apical plasma membrane, but recombinant wild-type p22 overcomes that inhibition. Nonmyristoylated p22, or p22 incapable of undergoing Ca-induced conformational changes, cannot reverse the antibody-mediated inhibition. The data suggest that p22 may act by transducing cellular Ca signals to downstream effectors. p22 is ubiquitously expressed, and we propose that its function is required for membrane trafficking events common to many cells.
Strong Turbulence in the Cool Cores of Galaxy Clusters: Can Tsunamis Solve the Cooling Flow Problem?

On the basis of high-resolution two-dimensional hydrodynamic simulations, we show that the bulk gas motions in a cluster of galaxies, which are naturally expected during the process of the hierarchical structure formation of the universe, have a serious impact on the core. We found that the bulk gas motions represented by acoustic-gravity waves create local but strong turbulence, which reproduces the complicated X-ray structures recently observed in cluster cores. Moreover, if the wave amplitude is large enough, they can suppress the radiative cooling of the cores. Contrary to the previous studies, the heating is operated by the turbulence, not weak shocks. The turbulence could be detected in near-future space X-ray missions such as Astro-E2.
Improving software maintenance at Martin Marietta

Using data collected throughout a major project, the authors apply common statistical methods to quantitatively assess and evaluate improvements in a large contractor's software-maintenance process. Results show where improvements are needed; examining the change in statistical results lets you quantitatively evaluate the effectiveness of the improvements. We selected a process-assessment methodology developed by J.E. Henry (1993) that follows Total Quality Management principles and is based on Watts Humphrey's Process Maturity Framework. It lets you use a process modeling technique based on control-flow diagrams to define an organization's maintenance process. After collecting process and product data throughout the maintenance process, you analyze it using parametric and nonparametric statistical techniques. The statistical-analysis results and the process model help you assess and guide improvements in the organization's maintenance process. The method uses common statistical tests to quantify relationships among maintenance activities and process and product characteristics. The relationships, in turn, tell you more about the maintenance process and how requirements changes affect the product. <<ETX>>
Dual bronchodilation in COPD: lung function and patient-reported outcomes – a review

Several fixed-dose combinations (FDCs) of long-acting bronchodilators (a long-acting muscarinic antagonist [LAMA] plus a long-acting β2-agonist [LABA]) are available for the treatment of COPD. Studies of these FDCs have demonstrated substantial improvements in lung function (forced expiratory volume in 1 second) in comparison with their respective constituent monocomponents. Improvements in patient-reported outcomes (PROs), such as symptoms and health status, as well as exacerbation rates, have been reported compared with a LABA or LAMA alone, but results are less consistent. The inconsistencies may in part be owing to differences in study design, methods used to assess study end points, and patient populations. Nevertheless, these observations tend to support an association between improvements in forced expiratory volume in 1 second and improvements in symptom-based outcomes. In order to assess the effects of FDCs on PROs and evaluate relationships between PROs and changes in lung function, we performed a systematic literature search of publications reporting randomized controlled trials of FDCs. Results of this literature search were independently assessed by two reviewers, with a third reviewer resolving any conflicting results. In total, 22 Phase III randomized controlled trials of FDC bronchodilators in COPD were identified, with an additional study including a post-literature search (ten for indacaterol–glycopyrronium once daily, eight for umeclidinium–vilanterol once daily, three for tiotropium–olodaterol once daily, and two for aclidinium–formoterol twice daily). Results from these studies demonstrated that the LAMA–LABA FDCs significantly improved lung function compared with their component monotherapies or other single-agent treatments. Furthermore, LABA–LAMA combinations also generally improved symptoms and health status versus monotherapies, although some discrepancies between lung function and PROs were observed. Overall, the safety profiles of the FDCs were similar to placebo. Further research is required to examine more closely any relationship between lung function and PROs in patients receiving LABA–LAMA combinations.
Vitality, Language Use, and Life Satisfaction: A Study of Bilingual Hungarian Adolescents Living in Romania

This study examined the relationship between objective and subjective vitality, in-group language use, and life satisfaction among two groups of bilingual Hungarians adolescents living in Romania: a low objective vitality group from Cluj-Napoca/Kolozsvár, where Hungarians are the demographic minority, and a high objective vitality group from Sfântu Gheorghe/Sepsiszentgyörgy, where Hungarians are the demographic majority. Consistent with predictions, the high objective vitality group reported higher subjective Hungarian vitality, lower subjective Romanian vitality, more frequent use of the Hungarian language, and higher life satisfaction, compared with the low objective vitality group. The effects of objective vitality on language use were partially mediated by subjective Romanian (but not Hungarian) vitality. Conversely, the effects of objective vitality on life satisfaction were fully mediated by subjective Hungarian (but not Romanian) vitality.
Pictures and category labels as navigational aids for catalog browsing

We describe two experiments that compare the relative utility of pictures, labels, and the combination of both as navigational aids for computerized catalog browsing. The results point to the usefulness of example pictures as search aids in the context of menu traversal through hierarchically structured pictorial databases. We take this outcome to be a reflection of the disambiguating role that pictures can play for verbal category labels.
Un référentiel-outil de compétences méthodologiques

Cet article s'attache a decrire un travail d'enquete qui a deux objectifs : l'objectif a court terme est l'elaboration d'un referentiel de competences methodologiques universitaires ; l'objectif a moyen terme est l'elaboration de sequences didactiques - s'appuyant sur le referentiel - pour aider les etudiants non-francophones a mieux integrer les universites grenobloises ; l'objectif a long terme serait de developper un outil d'aide a la redaction universitaire francaise (memoire, these, articles de recherche). Cet article presente le premier objectif et des pistes pour le deuxieme.
Rating of perceived exertion as a tool for prescribing and self regulating interval training: a pilot study

The aim of the present study was to analyse the usefulness of the 6-20 rating of perceived exertion (RPE) scale for prescribing and self-regulating high-intensity interval training (HIT) in young individuals. Eight healthy young subjects (age = 27.5±6.7 years) performed maximal graded exercise testing to determine their maximal and reserve heart rate (HR). Subjects then performed two HIT sessions (20 min on a treadmill) prescribed and regulated by their HR (HR: 1 min at 50% alternated with 1 min at 85% of reserve HR) or RPE (RPE: 1 minute at the 9-11 level [very light-fairly light] alternated with 1 minute at the 15-17 level [hard-very hard]) in random order. HR response and walking/running speed during the 20 min of exercise were compared between sessions. No significant difference between sessions was observed in HR during low- (HR: 135±15 bpm; RPE: 138±20 bpm) and high-intensity intervals (HR: 168±15 bpm; RPE: 170±18 bpm). Walking/running speed during low- (HR: 5.7±1.2 km · h−1; RPE: 5.7±1.3 km · h−1) and high-intensity intervals (HR: 7.8±1.9 km · h−1; RPE: 8.2±1.7 km · h−1) was also not different between sessions. No significant differences were observed in HR response and walking/running speed between HIT sessions prescribed and regulated by HR or RPE. This finding suggests that the 6-20 RPE scale may be a useful tool for prescribing and self-regulating HIT in young subjects.
Olfactory Assessment of Competitors to the Nest Site: An Experiment on a Passerine Species

Since most avian species have been considered anosmic or microsmatic, olfaction and associated behavioural patterns have hardly been investigated. Most importantly, empirical data on avian olfaction is not equally distributed among species. Initial investigations focused on species with relatively big olfactory bulbs because they were thought to have better olfactory capabilities. Hence, in this study we tested the ability of house sparrows (Passer domesticus) to use chemical cues as parameters to estimate nest features. House sparrows are a commonly used model species, but their olfactory capabilities have not been studied so far. We offered two different odours to males and females, namely the scent of mouse urine (Mus musculus domesticus), representing a possible competitor and a threat to eggs and hatchlings, and the odour of hay, representing a familiar and innocuous odour. The experiment was performed at the sunset to simulate a first inspection to new possible roosting or nesting sites. Interestingly, males but not females preferred to spend significantly more time in front of the hay odour, than in front of the scent of mouse urine. Our results strengthen the hypothesis that oscines can not only perceive odours but also use olfaction to assess the environment and estimate nest site quality.
Extracts and Fractions from Edible Roots of Sechium edule (Jacq.) Sw. with Antihypertensive Activity

Sechium edule is traditionally used in Mexico as a therapeutic resource against renal diseases and to control high blood pressure. The purpose of this work is to evaluate the antihypertensive effect of the hydroalcoholic extract obtained from the roots of this plant, including its fractions and subfractions, on different hypertension models induced with angiotensin II (AG II). The hydroalcoholic extract was tested on an in vitro study of isolated aorta rings denuded of endothelial cells, using AG II as the agonist; this assay proved the vasorelaxant effect of this extract. Vagotomized rats were administered different doses of AG II as well as the Hydroalcoholic extract, which reduced blood pressure in 30 mmHg approximately; subsequently this extract was separated into two fractions (acetone and methanol) which were evaluated in the acute hypertension mouse model induced with AG II, where the acetone fraction was identified as the most effective one and was subsequently subfractioned using an open chromatographic column packed with silica gel. The subfractions were also evaluated in the acute hypertension model. Finally, the extract, fraction, and active subfraction were analyzed by MS-PDA-HPLC, identifying cinnamic derivative compounds like cinnamic acid methyl ester.