Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
STARS STARS

Memristor-based nano-crossbar computing is a revolutionary computing paradigm that does away with the traditional Von Neumann architectural separation of memory and computation units. The computation of Boolean formulas using memristor circuits has been a subject of several recent investigations. Crossbar computing, in general, has also been a topic of active interest, but sneak paths have posed a hurdle in the design of pervasive general-purpose crossbar computing paradigms. In this paper, we demonstrate that sneak paths in nano-crossbar computing can be exploited to design a Boolean-formula evaluation strategy. We demonstrate our approach on a simple Boolean formula and a 1-bit addition circuit. We also conjecture that our nano-crossbar design will be an effective approach for synthesizing high-performance customized arithmetic and logic circuits.
FOR GAS HYDRATE ASSESSMENT : NEW INSTRUMENTATION AND FIRST RESULTS FROM THE BLACK SEA TEST CRUISE

The electrical conductivity of the seafloor derived from marine controlled source electromagnetic (CSEM) data can be related to the gas hydrate concentration and distribution within the stability zone, and can provide valuable information for resource assessment. Gas hydrates are electrically resistive in contrast to the conductive pore fluid and may significantly increase the bulk resistivity where they occur in sufficient quantities. The marine electromagnetic group at BGR has developed a new, seafloor-towed, electrical multi-receiver system that consists of a transmitting dipole and four receiving dipoles at increasing offsets, sensitive to depths relevant for gas hydrate evaluation from the seafloor to some hundred meters below. The system was successfully deployed on a test cruise on RV Poseidon in water depth of 1335 m over known gas hydrate targets in the Danube Delta, and in shallow water on the upper rim of the Danube Canyon. Inversion of the data reveals highly anomalous resistivity which at least for the deep water deployment can be explained with a combination of fresh pore water and the presence of gas hydrates in the sediments.
The Interactive Effect of Uncertainty Avoidance Cultural Values and Leadership Styles on Open Service Innovation: A Look at Malaysian Healthcare Sector

This cross-sectional study investigated the interactive effect of uncertainty avoidance cultural values and leadership styles (paternalistic, authentic and democratic) on open service innovation. Validation of the open service innovation scale in the Eastern context was another major objective of this research. Confirmatory Factor Analysis and cross-validation techniques revealed that Malaysian culture considers open service innovation on four dimensions instead of six dimensions proposed by Rangus, Drnovsek, and Di Minin (2013). Moreover, linear and multiple moderated regression analysis performed on a random sample of 422 medical professionals working in hospitals revealed that paternalistic, authentic and democratic leadership styles positively stimulate open service innovation. Malaysia is low uncertainty avoidance collectivist culture, so the results of this study empirically proved that a lower level of uncertainty avoidance would play its positive role to adopt open service innovation in the organization. The results of this empirical investigation are valuable for leaders, managers, and practitioners to understand how leadership and culture can influence the strategic orientation of open service innovation.
Management Accounting Change: ABC Adoption and Implementation

The current research tries to contribute to the successful design and implementation of ABC in the context of Jordanian Manufacturing Companies. In order to satisfy the research objectives, both quantitative and qualitative data are gathered. For the quantitative data, a questionnaire survey was developed for the determination of the present scenario involving ABC adoption and implementation. For the qualitative one, semi-structured interviews were utilized to find out the factors impacting the adoption and implementation of ABC. Data analysis included within company and cross-company analysis . ABC’s adoption and implementation rate were determined through the use of three criteria; namely, adopters, implementers and users or implementers. The primary findings revealed that ABC implementation in the context of Jordanian Manufacturing Companies is approximately 19.5% measured according to the third criteria which is implementers or users. Findings from the semi-structured interviews reveal that factors including fashion, forced decision, fad and efficiency are directly related to ABC implementation decision in the target companies. In addition, factors that both facilitate and motivate ABC implementation are: top management support, non -accounting ownership, higher information technology, education, globalization of consumer, increased competition, growing costs, allocation problems, inability of the traditional cost systems to provide relevant information in the new environment and financial crisis. The findings from the interviews also revealed that the barriers to ABC implementation are associated to behavioral and technical problems.
Optimizing the management of uneven-aged Pinus nigra stands between two stable positions

Abstract: This study proposes a discrete optimal control model to obtain harvest strategies that maximize the net present value (NPV) of the timber harvested from uneven-aged Pinus nigra stands located in the Spanish Iberian System, between two stable positions. The model was constructed using an objective function that integrates financial data on the harvesting operations with a matrix model describing the population dynamics. The initial and final states are given by the stable diameter distribution of the stand, and the planning horizon is 70 years. The scenario analysis corresponding to the optimal solutions revealed that the stand diameter distribution does not deviate substantially from the equilibrium position over time and that the NPV for the optimal harvesting schedule was always greater than the NPV for the “sustainable/stable” harvesting strategy. The NPV increase for the different scenarios is between 5.36% and 14.43%, showing a greater increase in higher site index scenarios and higher recruitments.
Resorption of Natural Calcium Carbonate by Avian Osteoclasts In Vitro

Osteoclasts isolated from the endosteum of 2.5 to 3-week chick tibia were cultured on glass coverslips or natural CaC03 (Tridacna) wafers for 2 and 4 days. The cells were exposed to the pH -dependent dye, acridine orange, and fluorescence was measured by a light microscope photometer. Fluorescence intensity values were higher in cells adherent to Tridacna wafers than in those incubated on glass after 2 and 4 days of culture (threeand two-fold, respectively). Moreover, osteoclasts on Tridacna wafers were more flattened and were found to produce resorption pits. Acid production by osteoclasts cultured on Tridacna wafers was stimulated with w-8 M parathyroid hormone and inhibited with w-7 M acetazolamide or w-7 M hydroxyben.zoyl thiophene sulfonamide, as shown by changes in intensity of acridine orange fluorescence after 30, 60 and 120 minutes of treatment. These results indicate that osteoclasts cultured on natural CaC03 wafers mimic the behavior of osteoclasts cultured on other substrates. Further, the capacity to acidify was enhanced in cells cultured on CaC03 wafers. These results indicate that natural CaC03 Tridacna wafers provide a suitable substrate for osteoclasts in culture and demonstrate that carbonic anhydrase plays a role in carbonated substrate resorption.
EFFECT OF THE ECKLONIA MAXIMA EXTRACT ON SELECTED MICRO- AND MACROELEMENTS IN ABOVE-GROUND BIOMASS OF FESTULOLIUM BAUNII (K. RICHT.) A. CAMUS

Studies with Festulolium braunii (variety Felopa), cultivation was carried out in the polyurethane rings with a diameter of 36 cm and hight of 40 cm, which were dug to a depth of 30 cm and filled with soil material. In this experiment Kelpak SL (extract from Ecklonia maxima) was used as bioregulator. It consists the natural plant hormones such as auxin (11 mg in dm 3 ) and cytokines (0.03 mg in dm 3 ). Experimental objects: A1 – control (no extract), A2 – extract. The preparation was applied to all regrowth in the form of spray at a dose of 3 cm 3 ring –1 during the grass shooting stage (2 dm 3 preparation diluted in 350 dm 3 of water). The full period of this experiment was in the years 2010–2011. The study traits were: the content of macroelements – phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium (g kg –1 DM) and trace elements – manganese, zinc and copper (mg kg –1 DM) in the aboveground biomass of Festulolium baunii. In the paper ratio of Ca : P and K : (Ca + Mg) was also calculated. The results were analyzed statistically using analysis of variance and the average were compared by according to Tukey’s test. As a result of spraying with the extract from seaweed, in Festulolium baunii aboveground biomass increased content of phosphorus, potassium, zinc and manganese. The contents of magnesium, calcium and copper did not undergo differentiation under the influence of study factor. In the consequence of differentiation of macroelements content the decrease of the ratio value of calcium to phosphorus and the increase in the ratio of potassium to calcium and magnesium was appered.
Studying the Effect of Perceptual Similarity Consumer from other Customers on Corporate Marketing Performance (Case Study: Isfahan's Iran Khodro Customers)

Similarity among consumers can be identified as a major factor that attracts consumers towards a company or a brand.Interactions between consumers by perceptual similarity can be determinant of corporate image and as a potent source of competitive advantage . The purpose of this study was to investigate how the formation of a corporate image through perceptual similarity consumer from other customers and the impact on the corporate marketing performance. Population studied Iran Khodro's customers are located in the city of Isfahan that 172 person selected randomly and to collect data from these were used to questionnaires that its justifiability was confirmed by the supervisors, advisors and management specialists and experts and its reliability was confirmed 0/89 by Cronbach alpha . Collected data analyzed by SPSS and AMOS softwares. This research including of a main hypothesis (studying a significant effect of perceptual similarity consumer from other customers on corporate marketing performance) and eight sub-hypotheses (studying a significant effect of perceptual similarity consumer from other customerst on consumer emotional attachment to the company and consumer – company identification , studying a significant effect of consumer emotional attachment to the company on consumer – company identification and the corporate image, studying a significant effect of the consumer – company identification on corporate image , studying a significant effect of corporate image on customer behavioural loyalty and purchase / repurchase intention and customer extra- role behaviours )that based on the results, all of research hypotheses were confirmed . Results of this study showed that the fourth subhypothesis (impact of consumer emotional attachment to the company on corporate image ) with the path coefficient 0/90 has the greatest impact and the third sub-hypothesis ( effect of
Age, Gender, and Flexibility Differences in Tennis Sewing Among Experienced Older Adults

This study examined tennis serving in older adult tennis players. Twentytwo older adults, divided into younger and older halves, were videotaped serving five "first" serves. Dominant shoulder flexibility also was measured. From the videotape, servers were classified into developmental levels and their resultant ball impact velocity was calculated. An Age x Gender (2 x 2) mixed model MANOVA yielded no significant differences between the age groups or between men and women in flexibility, ball impact velocity, or movement pattern. A few combinations of the developmental levels of elbow and forearmlracket action were used by the majority of servers. Regular practice might consolidate older adults in these attractor movement patterns, making them more resilient to change than with less practiced skills. These results suggest practice in older adulthood favorably affects performance by resulting in consistency of movement pattern and maintenance of movement pattern, flexibility, and ball impact speed.
A new method for probing magnetic field strengths from striations in the interstellar medium

AT and CF acknowledge funding provided by the Australian Research Council’s Discovery Projects (grants DP150104329 and DP170100603), the ANU Futures Scheme, and the Australia-Germany Joint Research Cooperation Scheme (UA-DAAD). NS acknowledges support by the french ANR and the German DFG through the project ‘GENESIS’ (ANR-16-CE92-0035-01/DFG1591/2-1). KT acknowledges funding from the European Research Council (ERC) under the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 771282. The simulations and data analysis presented in this work used high-performance computing resources provided by the Leibniz Rechenzentrum and the Gauss Centre for Supercomputing (grants pr32lo, pr48pi and GCS Large-scale project 10391), the Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe (PRACE grant pr89mu), the Australian National Computational Infrastructure (grant ek9), and the Pawsey Supercomputing Centre with funding from the Australian Government and the Government of Western Australia, in the framework of the National Computational Merit Allocation Scheme, and the ANU Allocation Scheme. We acknowledge usage of the Metropolis HPC Facility at the CCQCN of the University of Crete, supported by the European Union Seventh Framework Programme (FP7-REGPOT-2012-2013-1) under grant agreement no. 316165.
Determination of fully N-methylated compound in different cabbage and beetroot varieties

It is proved that antioxidants have an important role in preventing cell damage cancer, senescence and many other alterations leading to diseases. Supplementing the first pieces of experience and observations with scientific investigations has shown that food contains several components which may strengthen the common physiological functions, enhance the natural protecting systems of the body and the elimination of reactive radicals. The pyramid illustrating the “antioxidant” nutritional recommendations is based on vegetables and fruits. It is a proven fact that consuming these vegetables can restrict the absorption of carcinogenous substances and inhibit cell mutation. Cabbage and beetroot have long been used in folk medicine due to their widely known beneficial effects on human health. We carried out investigations comparing different varieties of beetroot and cabbage grown in identical circumstances. During the comparison of the quantity of quaternary ammonium compounds in cabbage varieties we have found the highest concentration of choline, while in beetroot varieties we have measured significant amount of betaine. Our results reveal well-detectable, significant differences among the analysed varieties (of both vegetable plants) which may be used in selecting the varieties most valuable with regard to human nutrition. Acta Biol Szeged 49(1-2):43-45 (2005)
A Comparison of Absolute, Ratio and Allometric Scaling Methods for Normalizing Strength in Elite American Football Players

Division I football players exemplify the greatest range in body mass of any modern team sport. Body mass may differ by over 80 kg between the various positions. Absolute muscular strength is typically greater in larger individuals, but such data does not allow for accurate comparisons. Therefore, in order to compare the performance indices of individual groups allometric rather than ratio scaling has been suggested. The purpose of this study was to compare absolute strength, normalized ratio and allometrically scaled data among players of different size. Following IRB approval, data were accessed on NCAA Division I football players over a six-year period at a mid-western university. Of the 606 cases accessed, the following characteristics were recorded: mean ± SD: age=20.1 ± 1.3, mass=107.38 ± 20.30 kg, height=186.76 ± 8.6 cm. With the exception of kickers, participants consisted of all offensive and defensive football players. Players were categorized into seven weight and seven height groups. Data on 1RM bench press and squat were recorded as absolute and subsequently ratio and allometrically scaled. Based on recommendations, the bench press and squat were scaled allometrically using m2/3 and m-1/3 for the bench press and squat respectively. Results of repeated measures ANOVAs yielded significant (p<0.05) and a near linear pattern of absolute strength by body mass, a significantly greater strength ratio for lighter mass than heavier mass, and no significant difference among the groups following allometric scaling. Results suggest that it may be possible to determine if an athlete falls within an acceptable range of the established standards derived from allometric scaling. Also, if an athlete falls outside by, say one standard deviation, he may demonstrate below acceptable performance and/or be more injury susceptible which should initiate a need for additional work.
IMPEDANCE AND INSTABILITIES

In these proceedings we evaluate the impedance of the LHC in 2015 and the corresponding stability situation, up to the beginning of the squeeze, for various beam and machine parameters. As a starting point we use the current knowledge of the machine in terms of observed limits in single-beam operation, or in physics operation up to the beginning of the squeeze, and rescale them thanks to simulations and the impedance model obtained for the possible collimator settings scenarios. We also evaluate the possibility to mitigate instabilities thanks to an optimization of the chromaticity.
Theoretical uncertainties due to AGN subgrid models in predictions of galaxy cluster observable properties

Cosmological constraints derived from galaxy clusters rely on accurate predictions of cluster observable properties, in which feedback from active galactic nuclei (AGN) is a critical component. In order to model the physical effects due to supermassive black holes (SMBH) on cosmological scales, subgrid modelling is required, and a variety of implementations have been developed in the literature. However, theoretical uncertainties due to model and parameter variations are not yet well understood, limiting the predictive power of simulations including AGN feedback. By performing a detailed parameter-sensitivity study in a single cluster using several commonly adopted AGN accretion and feedback models with flash, we quantify the model uncertainties in predictions of cluster integrated properties. We find that quantities that are more sensitive to gas density have larger uncertainties (∼20 per cent for Mgas and a factor of ∼2 for LX at R500), whereas TX, YSZ and YX are more robust (∼10–20 per cent at R500). To make predictions beyond this level of accuracy would require more constraints on the most relevant parameters: the accretion model, mechanical heating efficiency and size of feedback region. By studying the impact of AGN feedback on the scaling relations, we find that an anti-correlation exists between Mgas and TX, which is another reason why YSZ and YX are excellent mass proxies. This anti-correlation also implies that AGN feedback is likely to be an important source of intrinsic scatter in the Mgas–TX and LX–TX relations.
False Signals of CP-Invariance Violation at DUNE

One of the main goals of the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE) is to look for new sources of CP-invariance violation. Another is to significantly test the three-massive-neutrinos paradigm. Here, we show that there are CP-invariant new physics scenarios which, as far as DUNE data are concerned, cannot be distinguished from the three-massive-neutrinos paradigm with very large CP-invariance violating effects. We discuss examples with non-standard neutrino interactions and with a fourth neutrino mass eigenstate. We briefly discuss how ambiguities can be resolved by combining DUNE data with data from other long-baseline experiments, including Hyper-Kamiokande.
The Effect of Selected Financial Indicators on Liquidity of Companies in Selected Sectors in the Czech Republic

The aim of this paper is to determine the effect of selected financial indicators related to the structure of funding sources on liquidity of companies in selected sectors in the Czech Republic from 2000 to 2015. With the purpose to fulfill the aim, we examine existence and character of relationship between selected financial factors related to the structure of funding sources (debt equity ratio, return on equity, share of fixed assets to total assets, share of earnings before interest and taxes to total assets) and liquidity of the companies in sectors such as mining and quarrying, manufacturing, construction, service sector and energy sector. The existence of relationship between financial indicators related to the structure of funding sources and liquidity of companies is tested by correlation analysis and regression analysis. The results show that there is the negative impact of share of fixed assets to total assets on liquidity of companies in service sector in the Czech Republic. The liquidity of companies was positively influenced by the return on equity and negatively influenced by debt equity ratio in energy sector in the Czech Republic.
Hepatitis C Virus Envelope Protein E 2 Binds to CD 81 of Tamarins

Since recombinant envelope glycoprotein E2 of hepatitis C virus (HCV) binds to CD81 on human and chimpanzee cells, it has been suggested that CD81 may be a receptor for HCV. Humans and chimpanzees are the only species known to be susceptible to HCV infection. E2 has been reported not to bind to CD81 of the African green monkey, mouse, or rat, suggesting that binding of HCV to CD81 is species specific and may determine susceptibility to infection with HCV. We investigated the interaction between E2 of HCV and CD81 of tamarins, a group of small New World monkeys frequently used for the study of human viruses. Tamarins are not susceptible to HCV infection. Nonetheless, we found that three different forms of HCV E2 (intracellular, secreted, and cell surface-displayed) bound more efficiently to recombinant tamarin CD81 than to human CD81, as determined by ELISA and immunofluorescence. The affinity of the interaction was approximately 10-fold higher for tamarin than for human CD81. Binding of E2 to CD81 on cultured or primary tamarin cells was demonstrated by flow cytometry. In contrast to previous reports, there was also a low-affinity interaction between E2 and African green monkey CD81. Thus, the HCV E2 interaction with CD81 is not limited to humans and chimpanzees and does not predict susceptibility to HCV infection.
Seeing the Meaning: Vision Meets Semantics in Solving Pictorial Analogy Problems

We report a first effort to model the solution of meaningful four-term visual analogies, by combining a machine-vision model (ResNet50A) that can classify pixel-level images into object categories, with a cognitive model (BART) that takes semantic representations of words as input and identifies semantic relations instantiated by a word pair. Each model achieves above-chance performance in selecting the best analogical option from a set of four. However, combining the visual and the semantic models increases analogical performance above the level achieved by either model alone. The contribution of vision to reasoning thus may extend beyond simply generating verbal representations from images. These findings provide a proof of concept that a comprehensive model can solve semantically-rich analogies from pixel-level inputs.