Miracle-dz/UniFAR-FTUs huggingface dataset:
Detection of Cache-based Side Channel Attack Based on Performance Counters

Side channel attack is typically used to get private key of cryptography system. It is one type of great threats to the cryptosystem. How to detect the attack effectively is an open problem. We proposed a way to detect the cache-based side channel attack using performance counters in this paper. Two main performance parameters, i.e. cache miss rate and dTLB miss rate are used here. The result showed that the cache-based side channel attack not only has a high cache miss rate even above 99.4%, but also has a low dTLB miss rate even below 0.002%. The experiments prove that this method can detect cache-based side channel attack accurately and quickly.
THE EFFICACY OF COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY FOR REENTRY: AN ANALYSIS OF THE SERIOUS VIOLENT OFFENDER REENTRY INITIATIVE DATA

With over one million prisoners released from prison every year and fifty percent of those re-arrested within 3 years, the factors related to successful re-entry have become an important area of inquiry. The current study examined the effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on prisoner reentry, utilizing data from the Serious Violent Offender Reentry Initiative. Specifically, this paper used discrete time survival analysis to examine whether four components of CBT (anger management programs, assistance with life skills, assistance with working on personal relationships, and changing attitudes toward crime) decreased the probability of rearrest up to 15 months post release. Findings indicated the changing of criminal attitudes to be the most successful component of CBT in regards to rearrest. Future research and limitations are discussed.
Origins of switching field distributions in perpendicular magnetic nanodot arrays

We studied the reversal properties of perpendicularly magnetized Co∕Pd nanodots from 100to50nm in diameter fabricated using electron beam lithography. Polycrystalline Co∕Pd multilayers show considerable differences in the switching field distribution (SFD) depending on the seed layer used. With a Ta seed layer, we reduced the SFD to approximately 5% of the average switching field. To rule out effects of grain boundaries, we also fabricated nanodot arrays from epitaxial Co∕Pd superlattices. Although significant improvement in SFDs are obtained using epitaxial superlattices, our results indicate that grain boundary variation within nanodots is not the primary origin of SFD broadening that occurs with nanopatterning.
Fiber-optical grating sensors for wind turbine blades: a review

Abstract. With the rapid growth of wind turbines and focus on maintenance costs structural measurements are becoming essential. Fiber-optical sensors have physical properties that make them suitable for embedding in wind turbine blades, such as small size and immunity to electrical interferences. Fiber-optical grating sensors can be utilized to provide important information regarding strain, temperature, and curvature of the blades, which can be applied in condition-monitoring to detect fatigue failure and furthermore for optimization of the production from the wind turbine. We provide an overview of the current status and a discussion on research and implementation of fiber Bragg gratings and long-period gratings in wind turbine blade sensors.
Examining Sense of Place and Florida Black Bear Habitat Use in Florida's Northwestern Panhandle: A Social-Ecological Approach to Landscape Management

ii Acknowledgments iii List of Tables v List of Figures vi Chapter 1: Examining Human-Landscape Relationships: A Qualitative and Spatial Analysis of Sense of Place 1 Chapter 2: Habitat Use of Florida Black Bears in Florida‟s Panhandle 27 Chapter 3: Examining Human-Black Bear Conflicts in the Panhandle of Florida 51 Epilogue 67 References 70
Selection of a monetary aggregate for economic stabilization

IN recent years there has been growing acceptance of the view that controlling the growth of monetary aggregates is a useful strategy for purposes of economic stabilization, In particular, it is argued that the probability of achieving the desired growth of nominal gross national product (also referred to as income) can be improved by controlling growth of the monetary aggregates. Thus, assuming that in the long run real GNP grows at a constant rate determined by growth of the labor force and productivity, then controlling the long-run growth of nominal GNP would be an effective means of controlling the rate of inflation.
Study of wine tartaric acid salt stabilization by addition of carboxymethylcellulose (CMC): comparison with the "protective colloids" effect.

Aims : Inhibition of potassium hydrogen tartrate (KHT) crystallization by carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) is tested in a model solution and in wines. Tartaric acid salt crystallization risk is assessed by computing the supersaturation, saturation temperature and excess KHT with respect to the saturation equilibrium using MEXTAR® (Mesure de l’EXces de TARtre) software. Materials and results : Firstly, the time for crystals to appear was recorded by monitoring the conductivity in a model solution and in a wine, and the inhibition ratio was computed. At 11,5 °C, 0,5 mg.L-1 CMC inhibited KHT crystallization. The inhibitory effect increased exponentially with increasing CMC concentration and was several times greater than that of polysaccharides and polyphenols, the protective colloids in wine (Gerbaud et al., 1997). At 2 °C, 30 mg.L-1 CMC had the same inhibitory effect than 10 mg.L-1 at 11.5°C.Secondly, 20 red and white wines were refrigerated for 3 weeks at -4 °C with CMC or metatartaric acid. Results show that the addition of 20 mg.L-1 CMC has an inhibitory effect at least equivalent to 100 mg.L-1 metatartaric acid. Furthermore, for 10 wines preheated for 8 days at 30 °C and then refrigerated for 2 months at 0 °C, 5 and 20 mg. L-1 CMC maintains its inhibitory efficiency, unlike metatartaric acid which is hydrolysed Significance and impact of the study : The OIV-OENO 366-2009 and OIV-OENO 02/2008 resolutions recently authorized the use of CMC to prevent tartaric acid salt precipitation. With no impact on health, and stable under heating and in acid solution, CMC is an efficient candidate for tartaric stabilization. The optimal concentration of 20 mg.L-1 (2 g.hL-1) should however be adapted to local wine storage conditions and KHT crystallization risk.
The Reliability of Fair Value in Investment Property. a study on Swedish real estate companies

Type of thesis: Degree Project in Accounting for Master of Science in Accounting. 30.0 Credits University: University of Gothenburg, School of Economics, Business and Law Semester: Spring 2015 Authors: Jana Simunovic and Johan Wennergren Tutor: Andreas Hagberg Title: The Reliability of Fair Value in Investment Property A study on Swedish real estate companies Background and discussion: Since 2005 all listed companies in Europe have to present their financial reports according to the International Financial Reporting Standards regulation. For listed real estate companies the new regulations led to the adoption of IAS 40, which consequently caused a shift from the cost method to the fair value method. This change started a debate of reliability versus relevance, as the cost method was seen as more reliable, while fair value is seen more relevant. Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is to investigate how reliable the value of investment property is in the annual reports of Swedish real estate companies. The factors of ownership structure, management incentives and capital structure are investigated to see how they affect the reliability of the value. Research design: Two approaches are used in this study; the first and main study uses data from the annual reports of all listed real estate companies on NASDAQ OMX Stockholm between 2005 and 2013. Second, four interviews were conducted, where two banks and two external evaluators have been interviewed to verify the results of the first study. The collected data is then analysed and compared to the theoretical framework. Results and conclusions: The quantitative study shows that investment properties on average are sold at 13.6 per cent above booked value and the property is increased with an average of 1.8 per cent each year. This indicates that the values of investment property do not represent a true and fair view and thus the reliability aspect can be questioned. Furthermore, the factors of capital structure, management incentives and ownership structure do affect the reliability, however not as much as the variables of year, external valuator or big four auditor. Suggestions for further studies: For further research it would be interesting to include the company's assumptions in the valuation process. Another interesting research would be to closely investigate the time factor of the sale. Finally, it would be interesting to include some years before the implementation of IAS 40 as it would give the possibility to compare the reliability aspect before and after the implementation of the new standard.
The Evolutionarily Significant Unit Concept and the Role of Translocated Populations in Preserving the Genetic Legacy of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout

Abstract The Lahontan cutthroat trout Oncorhynchus clarkii henshawi, a listed subspecies of cutthroat trout O. clarkii, has been extirpated from over 90% of its historic waters. The 1995 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Recovery Plan identified three evolutionarily significant units, or distinct population segments (DPSs), of Lahontan cutthroat trout based upon morphological, genetic, and ecological data. Teams composed of federal and state agency and university biologists were organized to formulate recovery strategies that were specific to each DPS. In this context, fish native to each DPS are considered exclusively for recovery activities. Lahontan cutthroat trout populations in the Willow–Whitehorse drainage of the Coyote Lake basin, Oregon, were initially identified as part of the Northwestern DPS, but recent genetic analyses suggest that these populations may warrant a fourth DPS designation. The Willow–Whitehorse Lahontan cutthroat trout are found in seven within-basin streams and have been transloca.
From monsoon to marine productivity in the Arabian Sea: insights from glacial and interglacial climates

Abstract. The current-climate Indian monsoon is known to boost biological productivity in the Arabian Sea. This paradigm has been extensively used to reconstruct past monsoon variability from palaeo-proxies indicative of changes in surface productivity. Here, we test this paradigm by simulating changes in marine primary productivity for eight contrasted climates from the last glacial–interglacial cycle. We show that there is no straightforward correlation between boreal summer productivity of the Arabian Sea and summer monsoon strength across the different simulated climates. Locally, productivity is fuelled by nutrient supply driven by Ekman dynamics. Upward transport of nutrients is modulated by a combination of alongshore wind stress intensity, which drives coastal upwelling, and by a positive wind stress curl to the west of the jet axis resulting in upward Ekman pumping. To the east of the jet axis there is however a strong downward Ekman pumping due to a negative wind stress curl. Consequently, changes in coastal alongshore stress and/or curl depend on both the jet intensity and position. The jet position is constrained by the Indian summer monsoon pattern, which in turn is influenced by the astronomical parameters and the ice sheet cover. The astronomical parameters are indeed shown to impact wind stress intensity in the Arabian Sea through large-scale changes in the meridional gradient of upper-tropospheric temperature. However, both the astronomical parameters and the ice sheets affect the pattern of wind stress curl through the position of the sea level depression barycentre over the monsoon region (20–150° W, 30° S–60° N). The combined changes in monsoon intensity and pattern lead to some higher glacial productivity during the summer season, in agreement with some palaeo-productivity reconstructions.
Corruption and Armed Conflicts: Some Stirring Around in the Governance Soup

The paper discusses the impact of corruption on the probability of violent conflict events and traces the shifts in the composition of corrupt transactions during and in the aftermath of violent conflicts in an informal way. So far there has been little interaction between empirical corruption research and the empirical research into civil wars. When the two strands of research are brought together and their results are combined, some patterns become apparent that would have been difficult to detect if the results within each field were analysed in isolation.
A BIOMECHANICAL COMPARISON BETWEEN RACEWALKING AND NORMAL WALKING STANCE PHASE

The purpose of this study was to understand the peculiarities of lower limbs kinematics and kinetics during racewalking stance, by comparing it with normal walking gait. Four young but skilled athletes were analysed through a motion analysis system and a force platform. Results were expressed in terms of average kinetics and kinematics curves. Many differences emerged between the two walking modes, most of which can be reconducted to the rules that govern this sport. These observations might be useful, both for trainers and practitioners, to gain more insight in racewalking technique and proficiency, but they are just a first step toward an effective application “on the field”. In fact, an individual analysis might discover the athlete’s distinctive biomechanical characteristics and consequently might help in setting better training methodologies.
Growth and Development Status in the First Two Years of Uninfected Children Born From HIV Positive Mothers

Recently prevention of HIV transmission from mother to child by antiretroviral regimens has resulted in growing the numbers of HIV exposed but uninfected children (HIV-EU). The aim of present study was evaluation of growth and neurodevelopment status among less than 2-year-old HIV exposed uninfected children. A cohort study was carried out at Vali-e-Asr Hospital (Tehran-Iran). Thirty-nine HIV-EU neonates were recruited (2014 to 2016). Neonates and infants with concern to growth and neurodevelopment status were evaluated at 6, 12, 18, and 24 months by an expert physician. Neurodevelopment assessment was based on WHO Milestones Chart and Age and Stage Questionnaire. Of all children, 22 were male, and 17 were female. Regarding growth indices, although mean birth weight in half of the neonates was lower than normal population; no postnatal descending trend was observed in their growth chart. No significant differences were found between two groups' height and head circumference. Among the neurodevelopmental parameters measured, in 6 th months of life, 2 cases had abnormality in the gross motor while at 12 months, 6 cases had delay in language, social problem, and motor disorders. At 18 and 24 months, 7 infants showed developmental problems of which 71.4% of their mothers were younger than others (age<25 years, P =0.009). Prevalence of neurodevelopmental disorders including delay in language, motor, and social domains was common among HIV-EU children. As several environmental factors may involve the etiology of neurodevelopmental disorders, nearly-full postnatal control and prevention seem necessary.
Phytochemical screening of Ficus sycomorus L. bark and Cleome gynandra L. aerial parts

Phytochemical screening of the active morphological samples is extremely valuable in giving us information about the nature of constituents found in each plant sample. Ficus sycomorus L (Moraceae) grows wild in tropical Africa and Asia. It is used as a traditional medicine for the treatment of infertility and sterility in humans. Cleome gynandra is a common, widespread herb with wide range of medicinal uses. The n-hexane chloroform, ethyl acetate, n-butanol and water fractions of the selected plants were investigated for the secondary metabolites including Phenols, Tannins, Flavonoids, Coumarins, Quninous, Alkaloids, Triterpenes, Steroids, Saponins and diterpenes.
Workplace bullying, job satisfaction and job performance among employees in a federal hospital in Nigeria

This study examined the individual and interactive effect of workplace bullying and job satisfaction on job performance among employees in a federal hospital in Nigeria. 192 employees of a federal hospital in Nigeria voluntarily participated in the study. Questionnaires were administered on the participants to elicit their responses on the study variables. The study found that employees who perceived low level of bullying performed higher than those who experienced higher levels of bullying at work. In addition, the study found that employees who experienced high level of job satisfaction performed higher than those who experienced low levels of job satisfaction. Expectedly, the study found a significant negative relationship between workplace bullying and job satisfaction. However, there was no significant interaction effect between job satisfaction and workplace bullying on job performance. We recommend that employees who experience bullying at work should be given adequate support in order to reduce the negative consequences of bullying on employee well-being and performance. Key words: workplace bullying, job satisfaction, job performance, hospital, Nigeria.
The Attitudes of University Faculty toward Humor as a Pedagogical Tool: Can We Take a Joke?.

Faculty members in a College of Education responded to a mixed methods questionnaire regarding their attitudes toward the use of humor as a pedagogical tool. Quantitative data and coding of open response questions revealed that instructors overall considered humor to be an integral part of their teaching plan and that humor relaxes students, contributes to a more enjoyable classroom climate, and helps students make content connections, in both traditional and web based classes. Despite general acceptance, the feedback suggested instructors could benefit from targeted training in how to effectively and consistently use humor as a teaching strategy, particularly in their online courses.
Modelling long‐distance seed dispersal in heterogeneous landscapes

1 Long‐distance seed dispersal is difficult to measure, yet key to understanding plant population dynamics and community composition. 2 We used a spatially explicit model to predict the distribution of seeds dispersed long distances by birds into habitat patches of different shapes. All patches were the same type of habitat and size, but varied in shape. They occurred in eight experimental landscapes, each with five patches of four different shapes, 150 m apart in a matrix of mature forest. The model was parameterized with small‐scale movement data collected from field observations of birds. In a previous study we validated the model by testing its predictions against observed patterns of seed dispersal in real landscapes with the same types and spatial configuration of patches as in the model. 3 Here we apply the model more broadly, examining how patch shape influences the probability of seed deposition by birds into patches, how dispersal kernels (distributions of dispersal distances) vary with patch shape and starting location, and how movement of seeds between patches is affected by patch shape. 4 The model predicts that patches with corridors or other narrow extensions receive higher numbers of seeds than patches without corridors or extensions. This pattern is explained by edge‐following behaviour of birds. Dispersal distances are generally shorter in heterogeneous landscapes (containing patchy habitat) than in homogeneous landscapes, suggesting that patches divert the movement of seed dispersers, ‘holding’ them long enough to increase the probability of seed defecation in the patches. Dispersal kernels for seeds in homogeneous landscapes were smooth, whereas those in heterogenous landscapes were irregular. In both cases, long‐distance (> 150 m) dispersal was surprisingly common, usually comprising approximately 50% of all dispersal events. 5 Synthesis. Landscape heterogeneity has a large influence on patterns of long‐distance seed dispersal. Our results suggest that long‐distance dispersal events can be predicted using spatially explicit modelling to scale‐up local movements, placing them in a landscape context. Similar techniques are commonly used by landscape ecologists to model other types of movement; they offer much promise to the study of seed dispersal.
Inflammatory bowel disease: gender difference

Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) are chronic, relapsing inflammatory diseases characterized by exacerbations and remissions of the gastrointestinal tract, clinically manifested as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. The etiology of IBDs is considered to be multifactorial, comprising environmental, immune, microbial and genetic factors. Clinical signs may include abdominal pain, frequent bloody diarrheas, mucorrhea, vomiting, fever, fatigue or weight loss. Males and females have a different predisposition for the development of intestinal disorders, like the inflammatory bowel disease. This review paper discusses the difference of gender in inflammatory bowel disease. Gender medicine has allowed, in recent years, to solve many diagnostic and therapeutic problems of female and male health.
Dimorphism of Mandibular Canine Index Establishing in Sex Identity

An investigation study to establish the effectiveness of using mesiodistal width of mandible and intercanine arch width in mandible in sex identity in Madhya Pradesh. The study was conducted in the Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Modern Dental College and Research Center, Indore. The subjects selected for the investigation included 350 individuals from rural and urban localities visiting to Modern Dental College and Research Center, and camp was conducted in school and junior college in Madhya Pradesh (MP) region. Results were statistically analyzed by using mandibular canine index (MCI), calculated by formula and observed that the mean mesiodistal width of the right as well as left mandibular canine was larger in males as compared with females. Due to accuracy and easy method, it is considered for use in sex identity.
Learning about profitability growth and expected stock returns

This paper develops and tests a dynamic cash-flow model with learning about long-run profitability growth for pricing cross-sectional stock returns. The learning model extended from Pástor and Veronesi (2003; 2005) shows that expected stock returns are associated with two systematic risks: cash-flow beta (i.e., short-run profitability growth co-movement with aggregate consumption) and growth beta (i.e., long-run profitability growth co-movement with aggregate consumption). I then construct a two-factor model consisted of a short-run cash-flow factor and a long-run profitability growth factor. The two-factor model can characterize all the nine pricing factors and explain their risk premiums proposed in the literature and the cross section of average stock returns formed on profitability, growth, momentum, and volatility. My findings imply that the cash-flow beta and the growth beta are two common elements in asset pricing.